Really depressed.

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I feel really depressed. This is the first time ive admitted it. My life is awful and I think anyone in my position would be depressed. I have no friends and Im nc with most of my family. I have 4 children and im a Lp. I dont want to take medication though, are there any other options? I also dont want to go to the drs as im worried about having it down on my records. Any advice would be great.

Hiya, and hugs. It's fine for it to be on your records - it's no different from your records saying you have asthma or diabetes. The GP may be able to refer your for counselling, or suggest online things you could do (maybe mindfulness etc). You don't have to take pills, and I know the feeling exactly - I put off taking them for ages. They are worth considering though, and your GP can talk you through that option as well. Best wishes

Hello OP, I am in similar situation. No friends, almost nc with family, no social life at all. I know it can be very hard without any moral support especially when dealing with depression or difficult life situations.
Every mental health advice suggest to get in touch with friends / family for support.
Can you try therapy for some time or join a hobby course?
Having a mental health diagnosis on records is not something you should be afraid of. Are you in the UK?
Can you do some art or craft? Perhaps learn something from youtube.

Like JamPasty said, suffering from depression is not different from suffering from asthma.
From experience, I know it might feel like a permanent state, but it can be helped, you can get better.
Your doctor will be able to help you with prescriptions and hopefully counselling and/or therapy. Remember that meds are merely crutches to keep you going whilst you work on getting better.
I would strongly suggest you get referred for some therapy.

• You are not alone.
• It will pass.
• There is help out there.