Anxiety and depression

what type of meds are they pumping you full of? - I'm personally on antidepressants which seem to help more with panic attack prevention rather than depression, if they do the job, I am happy to take them.

I've always refused meds but I have been at the point of sleeping my life away, surprising how long you can sleep for and still feel exhausted isn't it?
I reached a point where I was desperate for change and due to the possibility of losing my job (which would have left my flatmates homeless) I agreed to attend therapy sessions.
I found one thing that seemed to work for me was planning the week ahead - this might sound daunting but it was as little as "on Wednesday I'll do the dishes" and maybe "on Saturday I'll watch a movie" so it was really small things at first. Then later on I thought of things I used to enjoy doing, e.g. jewellery making, catching up with friends, and tried to work one of these activities in. I went really slowly so it was not overwhelming. I'm not sure if this is relevant to your situation or will help at all?

Hope you can feel a bit better soon.

Sometime a positive attitude isnt enough to combat the symptoms.

I have ADHD and at the moment my seretonin levels are very low.  Its horses for courses im afraid.  What works for one person, may not work for another.  I have found time and peace and quiet work for me.  Also taking my meds regularly is significant in keeping well, when i dont forget them.

Thank you for all your comments. I also sometimes feel that the positive attitude doesn't always work especially when I have tried it so often before and yet I'm back here again. It feels as though every time I get well, it always comes back and each time is worse. I am getting a little better at planning my days and the meds have given me some energy back but I still lack a lot of motivation. However, I really appreciate your thoughts and comments. Thank you.

Try to think of an activity you enjoy doing?  I know this is easier said than done.  I can empathise with how you are feeling.  I have had trouble with finding suitable jobs and keeping them.  It seems to be that we have to know what are limits are, and not just think of earning money, but look at something that you know you'd enjoy, get something out of, and then the money should follow.  I am a Greeting Card designer, but it's early days, and I am doing cleaning (private homes) to contribute to household bills.  I love singing, and have found my confidence is built up by being involved in local theatre groups.  Maybe think of something like that to help you stay in contact with people, and not spend too much time at home on your own.  Good luck.

I think you have to learn to keep yourself well.  Be aware of the signs and do something to alleviate it.  Lots of sleep is good, but not too much.  We need stimulation, but even this has to be in a measured dose.  Some adhders find it difficult to socialise, and avoid crowds.  I have helped to set up an adhd facebook chat group, all members either have or live with someone with adhd.  I have found it has helped to talk to others in a similar situation.  We have over 300 members now, and its growing every day.

Its nice to know your not alone, as mental health can be quiet solitary. 

Like you I struggled and still do with everyday life. I have severe anxiety and depression but I have two young boys aged 3 and 6.

I have learnt to adapt to what they need and have to do and like another member said plan your week of what you would like to achieve. Keep it simple to begin  with and work up to the major tasks. You are never alone and there is a support network out there surrounding you.

I have struggled with depression since i was 16, i am now 27, i feel like i am in a big, dark ditch with no way out, it is hard to find an excuse to even get up in the morning let alone live my life for my children but i try to manage best i can, i am on antidepressents but i have not been taking them due to the fact i dont like the person i am when i am on them, feel empty and void of any emotion at all, i prefer being able to think and feel rather than just move and breathe, this is a bad way to see life i guess, does anyone reckon that a doctor would be able to do something as my past doctor was really useless when i asked lol

You must know that to stay well you need regular meds?  Maybe it would be worth asking for a change in medication if youve been taking them for some time.

Unfortunately if you need the tablets to stay on a level, and your not taking them, you have answered your own question.  

We are responsible for our own health to a degree.

I know how you feel about taking your meds, it doesn't help you to feel. But what they do do is to give your body a chance to heal itself while you are on them and whilst you may feel a bit empty for a while, that might be preferable to feeling so low you can't properly function. I am on anti depressants too and hate taking them but I know that if I don't things will be worse. I firmly believe that a talking therapy in addition to the drugs is vital to help you recover fully so you won't need the meds anymore. Good luck.