I’m a 52 year old Mom of 4 kids with depression, anxiety, arthritis, high blood pressure, diabetes, and I’m a highly sensitive person. My depression causes me to have no motivation or energy to do anything and my house shows it. I’m so embarrassed that I can’t even invite anyone here. I also have an online gambling addiction.

My 2 oldest kids are on their own now, my next is in university, and my youngest is a wonderful 10 year old who has anxiety and ocd. They are my reason for living. I’m married to a very supportive man who loves me.

My doctor retired 6 months ago and my town does not have any available doctors, so I’m on my own managing my health. Without a doctor, I feel somewhat neglected. I take medication for anxiety (lorazepam), high blood pressure, and diabetes. I could never seem to find the right medication to help my depression, but I feel like I need something. How do I go about finding the right medication if I don’t have a doctor?

Does any of this resonate with anybody?#Depression #Unmedicated #doctorshortage