How do I make my husband understand?

people that dont have the disorder will never understand. it is very hard to make others understand my daughter tells me all the time i dont use my brains but she doesnt understand that i am who i am. i will be thinking of u and your situation i have a disorder just like u. your husband does not understand because he probably does not know how to provide the answers he needs. some people just never get it have u thought of counseling they can provide some perspective in situations like this maybe they can help him. its got to be realized that this is a disorder a real disorder that needs to be addressed. good luck with your husband try counseling so he may get it otherwise he will never understand u are not alone out here because alot of people suffer with this disorder. u can always find a forum that u can join so u dont feel so alone. its gonna take time with your husband if he is included in your diagnosis and help maybe he can grasp that this is real and he needs to be supportive people just accept me for who i am others just think im crazy i just am me and u are who u are medication can help but having support always helps

hi dirtdigga.i can understand your situation. i am sure your a housewife and life ofr housewife is sometimes very miserable.i had gone through this phase.i used to do job before marriage,however after marriage i came to different country and could not do job because of some personal reasons.however after some time i used to feel that the house is biting me.i used to get depressed.then finally i joined the office and now i am very happy.since you are all alone most of the time,it really pinches you.so i will suggest you to be occupied.take good sleep and do yoga since then you will be able to concentrate more.

Hi!! from my point of view it would be nice if you tell him whats the reason of your real depression,sometimes its hard to know each other how close we may be!! better you be frank and tell him your feelings after all your man loves !!he will surely help you!! pliz dnt try to ruin good relationship only because of not understanding each other for a few things!! good luck and tell him frankly ,live happier life!!

What is the cause of your depression in the first place? If there would be nothing to be depressed about then I think taht he would really not believe you. First i think you should talk to him and let him know how you feel. Then tell him straight that you think you are undergoing depression. Then maybe that would be the time you would understand.

I can tell you something... men are not really reactive to every detail most specially if it doesn't concerns him, but since its really a big deal you should talk to him give a certain time for that conversation and tell him everyting that its not small problem that your trying to make it big but its cretainly a major problem of yours if he's really concern on you then am pretty sure that he'll do something on it... ok goodluck...

Go see the doctor, and tell him the result. Never think "if you see a doctor then you are crazy". It's for your own good. I hear lot of wive feel depression and they think they only tired. do you had children? it's not a good situation grow up with depression mother, especially if you had under 5 years old kid.

Hello Dirtdigga I was reading your discussion and can sympathise with you as I have been through this in the past and what helped me a lot was chatting to my internet friends they really helped me to get out of a bad situation. I am not sure what you think about this but can I suggest you and your hubby visiting your doctor and with your doctors help you may be able to convince your husband that Depression is a real problem not just sadness. I hope this can help you out and remember to talk to friends about it. Cheers! Craig

hmmmmmmmmm maybe get a husband who understands and can lift the depression for you maybe

I am going through the exact same situation with my husband. But I am trying to pray and read my bible more. Even though depression is a form of mental illness, the devil adds to it. A healthy diet plan, fresh air, exercise and sunlight helps. But most important is having a peace of mind and at least 8 hours sleep. sufficient sleep is crucial. And at times rest during the day. Along with good friends to talk with who would understand and probably drag you out the house when you need it. Best thing try hard not to give into it. I know its hard. But with God, prayer and trust in his promises, it helps a whole lot.