Topic: Mental Health Awareness/ Support Chat

@DBryWM30
I guess if you're struggling, which you clearly are, you do need professional medical help? Sounds like you might have a form of PTSD? I can appreciate why you might feel ashamed (although in reality you don't need to be) but you shouldn't be so ashamed that you can't speak to a professional!

@DBryWM30 Hey there - sorry to hear all this and that you are struggling.

It is good to reach out but my advice would be to see your doctor in a local area. If you are worried about seeing a doctor that knows you, try a walk in centre. They can refer you to local support, including charities or mental health programmes. Or you could possibly try calling a support line such as Samaritans (if in the UK) because they can also put you in touch with people.

It will be seriously hard to reach out and make that contact but it is such an important one and can be done almost anonymously if you are worried about family etc.

@DBryWM30 I have no real advice to offer but just want say well done for taking the first step to dealing with this. I can only imagine how hard it must be for you- but know that if a bunch of randoms on a gaming website are willing to listen to you, just think how receptive your fiance and any professional services you talk to will be. There's nothing you should be ashamed about.

All the best.

PS- my love and respect to everyone posting on this thread. I read it now and again out of genuine interest and empathy. Good on @DonJorginho for having the guts to start the conversation

@DBryWM30 I echo everyone above first of all well done for bringing it up even on here it takes guts it does. Secondly alcohol addiction isn’t a real thing and it’s affected even the greatest people the world has ever seen. Next step I agree share it with someone close to you your fiancé for example or if not speak to your GP or if your financially sound enough speak to a Counselor or and AA group. I think you’ve made the right choice don’t let this define you , it will eventually catch up with you your managing it right now but that can’t continue as this problem will continue and grow .

Thank you everyone for your kind words.

Telling people close to me isn’t really an option, although it’s only a matter of time until someone figures it out.
I think I’m going to go & stay with my folks for a few days. Haven’t seen them in a while.

@DBryWM30 always a nice recentering sep dint time with the folks , please keep in touch you are not alone in so many ways

For those people in self isolation or will be doing so shortly, take a look at the World Health Organization’s advice on protecting your mental health during the outbreak. It’s recognised that the uncertainty and constant news coverage of the outbreak can have a negative impact on people’s mental health. You can read the WHO advice here: https://www.who.int/docs/default-source/coronaviruse/mental-h... which is factual and useful.

@JohnnyShoulder Yeah this is a big thing, well said.

I think keeping fit and healthy might be an issue as well. I am worried about the lack of exercise my kids are getting without their football and school playtime etc

@JohnnyShoulder great stuff man and I was only thinking this earlier as thing started to get on top of me , stay safe but stay out the news . Self isolation or isolating gonna be tough on us, super cool of you to post this up , thank you

@Unffclcntrllerpd Yeah I'm a bit concerned if I had to self isolate as I live on my own. Got my sister and brother who live close by, within walking distance, but if I'm not supposed to see anyone I might go a bit loopy. Guess I'll be using video calling a lot more then. One of the reasons I'm continuing to go to work for as long as possible.

@JohnnyShoulder just stay safe and employ social distancing if you want my advice nows a great time to get through the game back log

So I've decided not to read or post in the Coronavirus thread anymore. No one has posted anything offence or anything, but am finding it increasingly difficult to read and it is making me anxious. Which is the last thing I need at the moment.

@JohnnyShoulder you do right I’d never look at such a thing personally, Chinese whispers and doom sayers , get in your bubble that keeps you feeling good and stay there

@JohnnyShoulder Good call. Scaring yourself is only useful when it corrects troublesome behaviors. Beyond that, best to focus on the positive and hope for the best.

@JohnnyShoulder you are not alone bro. In fact this can be the jetty for a massive online gaming sesh! Turning the negative into a positive. You got a microphone?

@JohnnyShoulder Obviously the whole situation is making everyone anxious to be fair so I dont blame you. That said, the vast, vast, vast majority of us will get through this just fine.

@themcnoisy I'm down for some online gaming, don't mind buying the peoples favourite if neccessary, anything but bloody Rocket Leauge though! Think I have my mic from the Destiny days somewhere, might be covered in dust and jam.

*Streets of Rage 4 could be out sooner than we think, we have to get on that for sure.

@kyleforrester87 I'm setting up a Rocket League tournament!

Have you ever played FF14? Only ever dipped my toe in - could be worth a punt.

@themcnoisy lol did you write that before I edited my post? No Rocket Leauge, for the love of god!

Yeah, I did sub for a couple of months, honestly I didn't love it - could certainly be more fun with a dedicated party, though. I'd give it another go if anyone fancies.

Elder Scrolls Online could potentially be better - doesnt that have a F2P element?