Can't pretend anymore..

[allax2]

Why does everyone think that if you are "older" you must have learned to handle your depression?? They've stopped looking for the warning signs. Many days I just don't think I can keep on pretending I'm "ok". Society really sucks sometimes. And no, people around me, those new scars aren't from the cat/etc! I'm tired...

[flippinterp]

I don't know why people think that you can better handle depression with age. Sure, you're probably less impulsive than a teenager, but it doesn't make the symptoms easier to bear. It's possibly tougher, with the expectation that you keep all your adult responsibilities and be strong for those around you. Depression is tough to deal with at any age. *hugs*

[BoundNoMore]

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Originally Posted by allax2

Why does everyone think that if you are "older" you must have learned to handle your depression??

That, my friend, is a question that I ask myself all the time.
It sucks don't it?
*hugs*
you are not alone.

[blondiebear]

Depression doesn't have anything to do with age. I agree with flippinterp.

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