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Feeling comfortable being around others with mental health illnesses, talking to them.

October 11, 2018
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Members shared mixed but mostly positive feelings about being around others with mental illness, especially in places like doctor's offices or... Read more

Members shared mixed but mostly positive feelings about being around others with mental illness, especially in places like doctor's offices or support groups. Many felt a strong sense of belonging and comfort, describing it as a reminder that they are not alone, while a few noted that anxiety or past experiences made it harder to be around others in general. A recurring theme was that shared struggle builds connection, with several members who had worked in mental health or attended support groups feeling especially at ease.

A MyDepressionTeam Member

I have no problem being in the doctor's office with others with mental issues. All who work there are super nice & all the patients know the rest of us ate dealing with something just as they are dealing eith something themselves. I am fortunate to be going to this place. I have had others I didn't like.

November 3, 2018
A MyDepressionTeam Member

Yes..I feel like I'm not alone and it's not so bad

October 13, 2018
A MyDepressionTeam Member

I am comfortable, too. I usually start a conversation with someone, this last time it was with a woman who had been a nurse for 41 years, and is now working for an insurance company.

October 15, 2018
A MyDepressionTeam Member

No problem being around other people with mental health issues. Actually there are some "normal" people who scare the daylights out of me!

October 15, 2018
A MyDepressionTeam Member

Depends on my mood that day, it may trigger me more, hearing about all these problems, other times, i need "my people" to feel more myself.

October 12, 2018

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