Hi New Member(s)!

I wanted to introduce myself because I am hoping this will be a successful group! I am Cassandra. I'm 20 years old and I suffer from MDD, PTSD, and GAD. All are associated somewhat with my weight as my PTSD and most of my MDD and GAD are due to severe bullying as a child for being "fat". I have deep routed confidence issues and social anxiety because of my fears about what others might think about my body. My ultimate goal over any weight is just to feel confident and happy in my own skin. I wanted to create this group because Depression is a common disease and yet there is not enough support groups out there. 

People should never down play depression. Yes, I've had those friends who think you are just "Seeking" attention or something. I don't even know what to say to those people. I can't believe the insensitivity that can be associated with telling one you have depression. I choose not to tell my friends, although my closest ones know.

Please call these numbers in any time you feel you need. 

I wish you all the best of luck and will be back often!

xo,

Cassandra