Struggling with depression

[Jill]

Thank you both for your helpful replies. Lovely to meet you too.

I haven't had a meds review with my GP for a while now as I get my meds (which is Prozac) on repeat prescription for a while before I have to have a review but I do need to see her soon about my eczema which is flaring up again so I will mention it then.

My hobbies are mainly family history and card making. Both I enjoy very much though the family history tends to come to a stand still when I get stuck and can't find information.

I will certainly volunteer for something when I do retire as I can't just stay at home. I can look into doing something at weekends when I have no plans or around times like Easter. Thank you.,

[Paula]

Hi Jill and welcome . Please don’t just ‘mention it’ to your doctor, please book a double appointment and give yourself time to really talk over everything. Has anyone ever mentioned doing a mood diary? That might be worth doing and showing to your doctor. (And it’s always important to have regular med reviews anyway.)

In my town, we have an organisation that other charity’s use as a central resource for finding people who want to volunteer, and the organisation also lists all available voluntary roles available in the area. Perhaps there’s something similar in your area ? I’d recommend voluntary work to anyone - and there’s roles for everyone