People suffering from depression often find themselves struggling to remain productive and stay motivated. It can be a never-ending struggle because managing depression and making healthy choices requires motivation.

On MyDepressionTeam, the social network and online support group for those living with depression, members talk about a range of personal experiences and struggles. Motivation is one of the top 10 topics most discussed.

Here are a few question-and-answer threads about motivation:

• Is it possible to be a good employee with depression?

• How do people keep motivated?

• How do you get out of a funk?

• How do you stay productive if your desire to try is gone and you feel nothing?

Here are conversations that have taken place about motivation:

• I didn't have the motivation to get dressed but managed to have a bath and eat a little more.

• I don't have the energy, let alone the motivation to go out and exercise.

• I'm working for a very insensitive and inhuman boss.

• Reducing the chaos of my surroundings helps my inner turmoil.

Have another topic you'd like to discuss or explore? Go to MyDepressionTeam today and start the conversation. You'll be surprised just how many others may share similar stories.

Feel free to ask a question here.