I clearly am in need of some support but I don't know where from

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I know we are not supposed to say the 's' word on here, but I am, most days. Rather that I just don't see the point. It all looks hopeless.

G.P. - no help. Talks over me, interrupts, puts me on medication that causes weight gain even though I explained that the weight I have gained is a huge huge part of the problem. I'm considering complaining but I don't know how and anyway I don't want to be "that" patient.

Do I just need to accept there's no support for me and try to muddle through the days and nights as best I can alone?

What about friends, family? Do you have anyone close you can talk to? I know it's hard but getting out and about outside for half n hour can help. A stroll or maybe a swim. I know it's hard when you are down and you can't motivate yourself.

Can you see a different GP? Some are better than others regarding mental health. If you don't feel able tl keep yourself safe go to A&E, they can keep you safe and get crisis team to assess you. I some areas you can ring crisis team direct, thr number should be available online or through your local hospital switchboard. If it's less ungent alot of areas have self referal to iapt which is a mental health service.

There is also samaritans 116 123 or email [email protected].

Thanks for your replies. I'm not sure a different G.P. would make a huge difference although it's worth a try. I don't really have anyone I can talk to and more to the point I think when I'm like this I would ultimately end up losing friends as I'm miserable. As a result I end up very isolated.

I hate to say it because I know they can be very good and are a very worthy charity but I haven't found Samaritans very helpful of late. Of course it's 'pot luck' but I have found them very quick to give advice which is odd as they point out that's not what they do but then get very huffy if I explain I can't!

Try to reach out to people if you can. Isolating yourself is the worst thing you can do.

What have they suggested that you can't do?
How long have you been on the pills? Any CBT? See a different GP? Why wouldn't that make a difference?

Definitely try a different gp, or two or three. Some are excellent and will possibly suggest a different medication, or may even refer you to CMHT for an assessment of your needs. Try to talk to your friends. I know it's hard but true friends won't dump you because you're feeling rubbish.