Posted by Diane J. on August 27, 2001, at 23:09:15
In reply to I think I miss my depression, is that nuts?!, posted by Hopefull73 on August 27, 2001, at 11:09:50
I don't think you are nuts. I have felt the same way, and I think it is because I was so used to being depressed that I didn't know how to be any other way. I think dreamer is right, it's like wearing a pair of comfortable old shoes. That being said, however, it's good that you aren't depressed anymore and I don't think you should go back to that place, even if it is very familiar. Maybe it is related to GAD because you are worrying if you can get to a (so-called) normal state of feeling. I have GAD, too, and although it can be unpleasant at times, it is easier for me to function on the anxious side of the spectrum rather than the depressed end. Dreamer is right, cognitive therapy might help.Diane J.
> This may sound like the craziest posting ever, but I wonder if I miss being depressed. I developed GAD last winter and sought treatment for it. The irony is that I can honestly say that one year ago I was more depressed than I am now. It was probably more of dysthymia than depression. I'm not sure what caused it to go away, but it was a part of me. I almost feel a little strange not having the meloncholy and isloating myself from others. I'm sure this sounds ridiculous, but it's what I feel. Anybody else ever experience anything like this? Is this related to the GAD?
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