Finally on meds after 10 years of suffering | DadHQ

Finally on meds after 10 years of suffering

4d ago1 min read

Just wanted to share that I finally got help. Spent a decade thinking I could just tough out depression on my own, that real men don't need pills or therapy. What a waste. Been on antidepressants for 3 months now and the difference is honestly night and day. I actually want to do things again. I can be patient with my kids without feeling like I'm going to explode. This isn't weakness, it's actually the strongest thing I've done for my family.

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JJoeRegular3d ago

Welcome to the other side. It's wild how much clearer everything gets when your brain chemistry isn't working against you. Tough it out mentality almost cost me my marriage so I get why you held off for so long.

JJasonRegular4d ago

How long did it take to feel the difference after starting? I'm asking for a friend who's been on the fence about this.

LLucas M.Regular2d ago

Did you notice a difference right away or did it take a few weeks? Asking because I think I might need to talk to someone and I keep telling myself I'll handle it myself.

RRyan M.New Dad3d ago

This took guts to share. Seriously proud of you for getting help. A decade is a long time to white knuckle through something that has actual solutions. Your kids are going to benefit from having the real version of you around.

JJoeRegular2d ago

This is huge. Really proud of you for taking that step. It's not weakness, it's strength. Took me way too long to realize that the morning runs I've been doing for years were me trying to medicate myself instead of actually getting help.

KKevin M.New Dad4d ago

This is it right here. Real men do what it takes to be better for their families. Glad you're getting the help you deserve and showing your kids what actually takes guts.

TTyler M.New Dad4d ago

Huge respect for this. Taking that step takes real strength, not weakness. My kids need me sharp and present, and I finally realized meds help make that happen. You're setting the right example for them.

JJake M.New Dad3d ago

Ten years is a long time to carry that alone. I'm glad you finally got the support you needed. Being a better version of yourself for your kids starts with taking care of yourself.