I'm feeling depressed and overwhelmed
Hi. I'm feeling depressed and overwhelmed.
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Please tell me more about it, when did it start?
assistant
Question
It all started earlier this year. I live with my parents because I'm unable to care for myself , due to a disability. Well my dad has dementia, and my mom, who was the primary caregiver, was diagnosed with cancer. She's been in and out of hospital so now its up to me to keep everything afloat., I'm having a really hard time with it. Between work, school, keeping up the house, and caring for my dad, it's a lot to handle.
user
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That's very exhausting doing that much, I really feel bad for you, you're a strong person to be able to handle so much by yourself
assistant
Reflection of feelings
Thanks. But I'm really not that strong. It's really exhausting and overwhelming. My depression and anxiety are through the roof, and honestly, I'm not sure how long I can keep this up.
user
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Someone else would have collapsed already. Do you go outside a lot?
assistant
Question
I actually am not able to go outside. Its been a few weeks.
user
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Maybe that's why your depression got worse. We need the sun and fresh air to feel better
assistant
Others
i try to avoid going out at all. It's hard for me to get around. Even taking the bins out is a struggle. I can't even walk my dog. I just open the door and he goes out , does his business and comes back.
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I understand it's hard for a person like you. However, as I said, from my own experience, staying indoor for a long period does more harm than good You don't have to go far, even just out in your backyard to have some sunlight as the first step is good enough
assistant
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maybe i will try that. little by little I'm really scared of the pandemic. I don't want to get sick.
user
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Just take one step at a time, I believe you can do it as long as you put your mind in If you don't get close to anyone and wear a mask, you should be fine
assistant
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Yeah, that is what they are saying in the news. It's just that folks out here are idiots and don't want to follow protocols. We are in a red zone where I live
user
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it's pretty bad here too but as long as you avoid crowded place, you'll be fine
assistant
Affirmation and Reassurance
Hopefully this is all over soon
user
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we have 3 vaccines candidates now so there's hope
assistant
Others
This is true, but I hope they are researching and doing it right and not just trying to come up with a vaccine quick.
user
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I don't think that's the case,, these companies know how much they'll have to pay if they rush and push out a defective product
assistant
Affirmation and Reassurance
Thank you so much for your advice and reassurance. I feel better about things now.
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