Antidepressants

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im finding life overwhelming at the moment. I work,do all the household chores,washing etc food shop childcare( I have a 16, 12 and 6 year old) Their father works long hours so doesn’t think he should help. My middle child is acting up at school and getting into trouble. He has been bullied in the past and I think there’s a connection between the bullying and his current behaviour. I took him to a child therapist yesterday and she has suggested at least 3 sessions.
I’m not really sleeping as I’m worrying about him and life in general. I’m physically and emotionally drained at the moment.
I’m not sure if I need a course of antidepressants or if things will get better in time. I never usually take stronger medication than paracetamol but I really want to start feeling like myself again.

Their father works long hours so doesn’t think he should help.

And you don't work long hours??? Maybe if you didn't cook for him or do his laundry you'd be able to rest more...

I work 33 hrs a week he works 50

Plus all the household chores, washing, shopping, childcare, etc. Probably more than 17 hours a week.

The lack of sleep is the biggest problem I would guess?

Don't know if it will help but this video will at least explain the link between anxiety/depression and sleep;