Should I stop visiting family and friends?

[Anonymous]

I'm diagnosed with depression and panic disorder. My family and friends have had enough.

My family said I haven't got to talk about how I feel anymore as it's causing too much negativity and they can't cope with it. They said they can't cope with being around me when I'm depressed. My friends said pretty much the same.

I feel terrible that I've become a burden to them. I have been trying to limit contact as I can't pretend I'm ok when I'm not. But I don't want to cause them stress. Not sure if I should just cut contact or not.

[Zylos]

Make sure you have some other outlet for your feelings, whether that is a therapist, a helpline, or an LLM like ChatGPT or Google Gemini.

Don't cut contact, maybe just beware of dumping all your feelings on family and friends.

It's important to be able to talk openly with people you love, but if it becomes a one-way thing where you are always complaining and focusing on yourself, then that can be hard for others to cope with.

So yeah, be mindful of others, but don't isolate yourself, and don't hold it all in.

[Asker]

Thank you. I appreciate your advice

I've always supported my family and friends during their difficult times, even when I was struggling myself. I neglected myself while being there fur them but they dint realize that. It hurts that I'm a burden to them. But I understand it's not easy being around people with depression.

[Asker]

For**

[Zylos]

Im sorry to hear that. Maybe this is not a you issue. Maybe they are just not emotionally mature enough to support you through this. Hope you find someone who is.

[jazzy34]

I understand completely. I was diagnosed with clinical depression back in 2020. I also understand not having a support system. It’s really hard to go through mental illness alone: If you’d ever like to talk, my DM is always open. ❤️

[EmmaMary]

I trust you are receiving the correct medical attention such as counselling and therapy... Wish you good luck.

[Asker]

I'm in therapy

[EmmaMary]

Thank you for the MHO.