Sending a Hug of Help
In just a few days I have become aware of several people I care about suffering from depression. It is depressing....I just want to help but all I can do is pray. If you, or anyone you love is suffering from any kind of mental illness, get help. It makes a difference. Start with your family doctor. Untreated depression only gets worse. Get help. Medication can and often does make a difference. Yes, some medications may have side effects you won't like but try another one. What have you got to lose? You try out something and quit if it is disagreeable. But maybe, just maybe, you will find a medication that makes a difference. And even a little difference can make a big difference when it comes to mental illness. Get help. Any kind of mental illness can make you feel all sorts of terrible things. One of my favourites is 'I hate people!' Really, when I am at my worst I feel like I hate everyone! And that makes me feel even more depressed. I feel guilty. I wonder 'what k