Posted by ShelliR on February 2, 2003, at 23:06:12
In reply to depression -a selfish illness ?, posted by dreamerz on January 31, 2003, at 0:36:36
I wouldn't say selfish. I would say self-absorbing. When we are depressed we really do have to protect ourselves in any way we can. For some people giving (time, especially), makes them feel better. Not me. I did need structure badly though, so I opted to take art classes after a while; (I had quit my job because I was too depressed at work.) Volunteering reminded me that I was too sick to get paid for what I was able to do. Not good for my weakened self-esteem.
Shelli
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