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Q: I need help, I was put out my aunt and uncles house at 17. I am now 22. I've always had a problem growing up. I struggled with depression for as long as I could remember. I started to get myself together when I was 21. Had A Job Found A Room at But I Lost My Job And Was Still depressed. I find myself always being depressed and always hating them for giving up on me so I gave up on myself. I been jumping from family member to family member I'm depressed and lost. I'm currently unemployed and ready to just really give up this time.
First of all, I am sorry to hear about the situation you've been going through over the course of the last five years. And while I have no idea what it is like personally to get thrown out of your home, I do have some insights into the issue of depression.

It seems like you've been trying but have ended up failing several times and this contributes to your cycle of depression. But, that doesn't mean giving up is the solution.

There is a quote by Thomas Edison that reads: “Many of life's failures are people who did not realize how close they were to success when they gave up.”

In fact, many, many people have tried and failed at any number of things many, many times but through persistence eventually succeeded in whatever they decided to go into.

To help you along the way to success, you can combat your depression with the help of online forums or local groups for people going through similar situations. And of course, don't be afraid to reach out to a therapist or counselor. If you can't afford it, there are programs out there that can help. And lastly, as I frequently suggest, either get a copy of or borrow from your library a great book by Dr. David Burns "Feeling Good."

Stay strong and don't give up.

Thank you.

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