The Effects of Clinical Depression on Your Pocketbook

United States
November 18, 2010 1:42pm CST
Just wondering what effect the consequences of clinical depression have had on your pocketbook? To make a long story as short as possible, I have suffered from the adult symptoms of clinical depression for 35 years. In 2007, thanks to the combination of the right medication and years of talk therapy, my symptoms are under complete control. However, my financial situation/bank accounts were in complete ruins. The depression inhibited my decision making abilities. When I was in undergraduate and graduate school, I majored in a subject area I did not enjoy. After college, I hopped around from job to job. I knew how to land a job, I just didn't know how to keep it. When my first wife, who was the bread winner died in 1998, things went from bad to worse. I charged on all my credit cards to the limit for money because I did not feel like working. I went bankrupt and eventually wound up on disability. Fortunately, in 2007, things began to turn around. The symptoms are now under complete control because my doctor found a medication that was just right for me. My second wife is working and very supportive. Although, I am still on disability, I have been able to create a blueprint for myself on how to earn or make money online and , as a result, I have been making some extra money for the past four months without spending any money out of pocket. Also, through a wealth builders club of which I am an affiliate, I have been able to show anyone with a disability, including those with clinical depression, how to go about making money online free. Now it's your turn. What effects have the consequences of clinical depression had on your pocketbook and what if anything have you done or would you like to do about it? Thanks in advance for sharing and God bless you.
2 responses
• United States
18 Nov 10
In all honesty I have no idea what form of depression I have been undergoing for many years. As I have never really sought professional help for it. I do not have health insurance and will not be able to pay out of pocket. Since I realize how expensive it is I try to help myself, I do not know how much longer I can continue to do this on my own as I have my very depressing moments that sometimes I do feel I need some help for. I wish you look and glad that you are able to get assistance.
• United States
18 Nov 10
Hi hardworkinggurl, Thanks for responding to my post. I'm originally from Chicago myself. Before I moved down to southwest Illinois I lived up in DesPlaines . Anyhow, have you tried any community sponsored locations that might give you some info where to look ? There are some clinics that base there fees on your ability to pay/income level. I even remember getting my meds free for awhile. You might want to do some research online because you really need to do something sooner rather than later. Any one who believes they have depression needs to see a doctor for a diagnoses and treatment plan. Kindest regards, Dave
• United States
18 Nov 10
Yes I am from Chicago, and thank you so much I will be looking and researching the information you gave me as I have been doing okay but quietly I suffer immensely. I do need to see someone as at times I do not feel I am coping well. So I am grateful for your information my friend.
• United States
22 Nov 10
Suffering from depression is not easy, but remember you are not alone. There is help out there. Hope to chat with you again.
• Canada
29 Nov 10
Well, I used to feel better short-term if I bought myself little trinkets, like makeup or jewelry, that I would wear or use maybe once and then forget about. That had an effect. Also, I hate cooking no matter what, and when I am depressed even making a sandwich seems like too much effort, so all the fast food and ordering in really takes a toll, as well. Luckily I love my job and the people there, so even at my worst, when I was doing NOTHING else, I was still working full time. But I know what you mean about impaired decision-making and spending money you shouldn't just for that temporary boost!
• United States
6 Dec 10
Thanks so much for sharing. I think it's great that you were able to work during your time of depression. Not many people, myself included, could say that. Kindest regards, Dave