Posted by kiddo on June 16, 2001, at 23:59:23
In reply to Re: Not sure of the subject, posted by Glenn Fagelson on June 16, 2001, at 23:50:20
> Dear Kiddo,
>
> I am sorry to hear that you are in such a struggle right now. How long has the battle been
> going on?? Months?? Years?? I have suffered with clinical depression for decades.First began almost 6 years ago, however I'd made a huge improvement until about 3 months ago.
> There have been times when I have wanted to end
> it all. So,.....what keeps me going when things
> seem hopeless? That's a hard question? The first thing that enters my mind is that
> there are some very loving people in this world
> who really want to help other people. Also, I try to
> realize that there are a lot of people who love me very much. When I think of those things, I
> begin to get some hope, but the pain is still
> there. Community for me is very, very important, at least for right now. I know that it is no
> paradise going into the hospital, but sometimes
> it is just necessary. The positive things about the hospital are this: It is a safe environment;
> your psychiatrist can regulate your meds; and
> you would get emotional support for your pain.
> I feel for you; panic attacks are no picnic!
> I hope you do not hurt yourself; I hope that you
> get the support that you need.
What do you mean by community? I'm not sure I understand....Thanks for giving me those things to keep in mind, it helped. I didn't hurt myself, posting here seemed to have relieved that.
>
> Take care, Glenn
>
>Kiddo
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