Question by Fred: In Ohio, What can you do if you’re depressed and can’t afford treatment?
I feel like I’m hanging on by a thread. I had a nervous breakdown on my kids yesterday morning (which I hate myself for). I need help but I don’t have any $ $ for meds or threapists.

My spouse and I work opposite schedules. I need help.

Best answer:

Answer by Walking on Sunshine
In the front part of your local phone book you will find many FREE resources from counseling, government aid to educational resources. You can also join a support group like Al-Anon if you have a substance abuser that is causing you stress (it can be a boss, co-worker,friend or family). If your depression is causing you to abuse (alcohol, smoking, prescription drugs, over the counter sleep aids, etc) then you should look into AA if food is your “drug of choice” then go to OA. Finding a group of people that have been there and are getting better is a big help. You can also look for women’s help centers – they can supply counseling, medical assistance, job training and so much more. Never feel you are in this alone – there are millions of women at the breaking point and just as many services to help. Good Luck!

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