Depression Understood Forums

Hello, everyone. I have been dealing with depression off and on since my teen years. For the most part, the worst of my depression has subsided in the past year or so, but I have been feeling mild depression for longer bouts of time lately. I find myself wanting to shut myself off from everyone lately.

It isn't necessarily that I don't want human contact; it's just that I find it hard to relate with most people. Does anyone else ever feel this way?

Beyondgrayskies,
Hello and welcome to the forums! Yes, I ca n identify with those feelings, I have to force myself to go out and do things, without forcing myself, I would be completely content staying at home all by myself. I used to be very social, and ready to go at the drop of a hat. I have found that when I do force myself to go out, I do usually enjoy myself, I just dread the outing for days. Good luck, hope to hear from you again, Take care!