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I have many health conditions. Why do I always get depressed 😞. I can't seem to get out of it . I'm always very sad!

A MyMSTeam Member asked a question 💭
Washington, NJ
June 3
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Many community members responded with warmth and encouragement to someone struggling with depression alongside multiple health conditions,... Read more

Many community members responded with warmth and encouragement to someone struggling with depression alongside multiple health conditions, sharing that finding the right doctor and a talk therapist made a significant difference in their own mental health journeys. Several members offered practical suggestions, including asking a doctor about low-dose Naltrexone for depression, seeking therapy, finding small joyful activities, and using the community itself as a safe place to vent and feel heard. A recurring theme was that depression tied to chronic illness is not a personal failing but a real condition, and that leaning on faith, community support, and professional help can bring hope even in the hardest moments.

A MyMSTeam Member

Learn to let yourself think an say fu*k it. Mind over matter.

June 6
A MyMSTeam Member

@A MyMSTeam Member I believe we all have been through something like this. I know I have and was so low I got scammed out of a bunch of money which made it worse. I had to pay it all back. I pray for you and will continue. I wanted to just end it all also. It is so easy to do and think that but in reality if we just talk to our doctor I did they will help in ways you couldn't imagine. I got therapy and some meds and all leveled out it took time but it worked. That is why I put this at the end of my post.
Stay safe, stay strong, God bless my friend!!

June 8
A MyMSTeam Member

Ronald BannonJr, I know God is great 👍. I will always believe in Him. You are a great friend ❤️ I will always be strong and safe. God bless you my friend 🙏❤️💖

June 9
A MyMSTeam Member

Hang in there. I know it can be hard, I think we all go through this some and it’s worse for others. I get really depressed actually more in the summer, I feel so left out. The heat wears me out.

June 8
A MyMSTeam Member

Ronald BannonJr, I understand everything you have told me. I've been scammed from people with money. I also have so much to deal with. Sometimes I just want to give up. But The Holy Spirit won't let me. He tells me to keep trusting and believing things will work out. I will stay safe and hope for the best. You are a great friend 💓😊

June 8

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