Published on 12, July, 2020
Hello everyone! I am new here and I wanted to find people I can connect with and talk too because my mother keeps telling me to do so. I struggle with depression and anxiety, some days are better than others but I often have bad days. I would like to know how people cope with situations like this.
Depression and anxiety. Never far from me. For most of my life I've not known the cause. Seems like autism may play a part. Knowing that and not beating myself up about it is part of what helps me just now. Doesn't get rid of it but makes it somewhat less unbearable and hopefully means that I'm less likely to fall into the clutches of severe depression.
Also, having friends who will just listen and accept without judging or offering advice may help. I think it's good just to be heard. I had no-one like that at your age, but you may do and, if not, you may one day. Even talking to the Samaritans can be a safety valve. I've found talking to them can help just to let the feelings out.We're all different. I hope you find your way of managing these things in time. Take care!