The Black Dog Gang

Doing the doggy paddle, batty.
Staying afloat.. managing to keep my head mostly above water, because I fear i'll drown if I'm not careful.

Here I am , talking to myself again. How is everybody, waving, drowning or afloat?

aw, people its just so rubbish isn't it? The lack of light really makes it worse.

What to do? Anybody got any tips?

Feeling quite miserable, really.
I have had quite a lot going on, so maybe i'll pick up a bit at some point.. (hopefully said!)

Is everyone OK? I seemed to have been doing very well but then, a week or so ago, have felt really low again. How is everyone else?

‘eilyann* speak to your optician, they will advise , good luck x

I have been trying to research SAD lightboxes, and read on one website that if you have an eye condition you should get medical advice first. Almost impossible to get appointment at my GP's unless arm hanging off (and then they send you to A&E!) I have Glaucoma - does anyone have any experience?

Come back tomorrow Drann, you are not alone.

Hugs to everyone suffering tonight......if you feel as bad as I do. Hope tomorrow is a better day. X

That is a great pity eilyann, I found it so helpful when I was diagnosed with SAD quite a few years ago. I am sorry.

Unfortunately it closed at the end of September.

annie Thank you again! You are a mine of information!

eilyann, do look at ‘the SAD Association site , they have much info

Annie Thank you. Can anyone recommend a SAD lightbox? Am cofused by the number and variations in price!

eilyann, I start the therapy 18 January, a waiting list because people in my area have found it to be of help. I will share with all what it entails and if it helps

anniesorry got distracted.EMDR

annie thank you for that. It was mentioned on another thread but I haven't found it yet. I'll be interested to hear what you think of

As the young 'uns say Doris ,Cool!!

Haven't been on for a while ladies but just to let you all know that I am feeling so much better and able to enjoy this wonderful God given life again I was so unhappy about taking medication but now realise that it's the only realistic thing to do. Thank you all for your support ❤

Anyone considering alternative therapies please make sure the therapist is qualified. There are many videos on uTube showing the movements for EFT , anyone can watch these, learn the moves and claim to be a practitioner .

Morning everyone. I am struggling with anxiety today. My meds have helped a lot with depression but don’t do much for anxiety. I have health anxiety which sometimes is crippling. It’s like tempting fate if I don’t worry, sometimes over trivial things. I have had counselling and telephone therapy but they don’t seem to have helped with this aspect of my anxiety and depression issues. I would also be interested in finding out about the tapping therapy. Wishing everyone a peaceful day and thank you for listening.

eilyann someone posted on a thread several weeks ago that it had helped them, not on this thread .

I am starting EMDR therapy in January, hope it will help.

My counsellor has suggested Tapping Therapy. Anyone any experience of this? Would appreciate any comments

Morning all woofers.please don't be alone with the beast.message me or each other for a chat.

Morning to all of my fellow sufferers of the black dog club.
How I wish this hound would retreat back to its kennel far away.
Doctors appointment this afternoon to increase dose of my antidepressants,to help cope with the blackness and help me cope with the bext few months.
My wish for you all today some respite,however brief,from this relentless blackness