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Alexxxis
Alexxxis Online Community Member Posts: 6 Listener
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Greetings ! I have cerebral palsy and I am very tired of living.
I have depression and apathy.....
Are there any moms who also have children with cerebral palsy.
I wonder if you could give me moral support.
It's very difficult when you don't have someone to turn to with questions.

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  • Anhedonia
    Anhedonia Online Community Member Posts: 56 Contributor

    The depression fog can be so difficult to shake and get out of, it's such an uphill climb and one that is lonely. The first stage is looking at reasons to keep going, things you enjoy. How old are you @Alexxxis? Do you have some close friends?

  • Richard_Scope
    Richard_Scope Posts: 3,851 Cerebral Palsy Network
    edited December 2

    Hi @Alexxxis

    It's good to meet you. I live with cerebral palsy too. I'm also a parent. Have you reached out to your GP to discuss how you are feeling?

    I will happily try to answer any questions that you may have.

  • Alexxxis
    Alexxxis Online Community Member Posts: 6 Listener
    https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/comment/1087469#Comment_1087469

    Hi! I'm 23, I don't have any friends.

  • Alexxxis
    Alexxxis Online Community Member Posts: 6 Listener
    https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/comment/1087481#Comment_1087481

    Hi @Richard_Scope

    Nice to meet you too!

    I haven't seen a doctor.

    I'm from a post-Soviet country.

    Here such delicate things are treated with disdain.

  • SaraC_Scope
    SaraC_Scope CP Network, Scope Posts: 366 Empowering

    Hi @Alexxxis

    I'm Sara and have right sided CP and epilepsy. It's lovely to have you on the community.

    These disabilities can take it's toll and there are days I feel exhausted, but on the good days I try to find moments that make me happy or just smile. This can be spending time with family, watching Christmas movies or comedy on TV.

    I'm a mum to a grown up son, age 21. Parenting with a disability was tough, but I found a way. Once my son understood how I did things, he helped me and it helped him to learn as well.

    Our CP community are here to support you. Please get in touch if you need to talk.

    Take care.

  • Alexxxis
    Alexxxis Online Community Member Posts: 6 Listener

    Hi! @SaraC_Scope

    Thank You!

  • Alexxxis
    Alexxxis Online Community Member Posts: 6 Listener

    Hello! Today I feel a kind of emptiness again..... Honestly, I'm so tired.

  • Rachel_Scope
    Rachel_Scope Posts: 2,501 Scope Online Community Coordinator

    So sorry you're feeling an emptiness today. Do you do any self-care? Maybe listen to music or watch your favourite film? I'm burning a red raspberry scented candle today that's helping me feel calm.

  • SaraC_Scope
    SaraC_Scope CP Network, Scope Posts: 366 Empowering
    edited December 4

    Hi @Alexxxis

    How are you today?

    It's not unusual for people with CP to have periods of depression and anxiety. When I experience low moods, I sit with the feelings and acknowledge them for what they are. I have found writing in a personal journal a good outlet. I have a very understanding family who I can talk with. Do you have anyone you can turn to?

    I find listening to music shifts my thoughts and puts me in the moment. As I mentioned before, I love a cheesy Christmas movie at this time of year.

    If you really are struggling with your mental health, please get in touch with your GP.

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