Hello from WV

[sunshine]

Hello everyone! I am very new to this as I have never participated in chat rooms or anything like this on the computer. I have struggled with depression since I was a teen and I am now almost 43. I am just beginning to understand how deep my depression is and I am looking for help anywhere I can get it. I am a mother of four (three of my own and one step daughter) and a wife to a good man. I am back in therapy and I am now taking Lexapro after taking Prozac for 9 years. The Lexapro is not working. My therapist is thinking that I need to start seeing a Psychiatrist. While I agree, this is also frightening to me. It is hard for me to accept that I cannot fix this problem on my own yet I know I need to do something as I have a great deal to live for but no desire to get out of bed each day and enjoy the blessings I know I have. I am looking for support from others who are going through the same thing. I feel very alone and the cold winter months are not helping any!!

[hollyann]

Hi Sunshine. Welcome to the forum. Its good to have you with us. There is a chat with this site too. You'll find both compassion and understanding in here and in the room. Have you told your therapist that the winter seems to make it worse? How long have you been on the lexapro? Seeing a psychiatrist can always be a bit scary the first time, but they usuaully know how the medication works better for people than a general doctor might.

Holly

[Warmsoul/Jeanie13]

Hello and welcome sunshine,

This is a very caring site, with people that live with the same issues as yourself. There are no professionals, just everyday people that are seeking support and giving support.

Please continue posting and I truly hope you find the added support you are seeking.

Warmsoul

[crystalgaze]

Hi Sunshine! Just a welcome. It's okay to accept help. Also, just stay alert & think positively!