Depression Support Thread

whitevanwoman

beachbeth wrote: »

Ive been filling it in - thanks for that! How do you turn it into a graph though? Ive never done graphs on excel!

If you scroll to the right of the worksheet you should see the graphs. When there is no data in the main mood diary "mood number" column there will be no data entered on the graphs (ie in the blank template I sent you)and the graphs will appear empty.

When you choose a mood level from the dropdown menu (1 - 10) in the mood level column, it should automatically enter that number on the graph for that day and show as a line from day to day. If you just want to print out the graph, either just select the cells containing the graph and set them as print area for printing or copy and paste the graph into a word document.

You can change the description for each mood number in the box in between the main diary columns and the graphs - I just put down what's relevant to me, 1 being the worst and 10 being the best (and never yet achieved!), and 6 being a target mood level. I get really pleased if I've had a few 6 days on the run, but it doesn't happen that often!

Graphs in excel are fairly straightforward using the graph wizard - there's an icon in the toolbar at the top of the screen. It takes a while to figure out what information you need for the x and y axis but the easiest way is to play around with it. Once you have figured that out, you can then go through all the chart options and change fonts, colours, marker lines, etc. I quite enjoy producing graphs - its quite a logical process which appeals to my OCDness and is very satisfying to produce something visually pleasing at the end.

Let me know if you still have probs. I can email you a copy of mine for this month if it helps.

whitevanwoman

absolutebounder wrote: »

Dont do it too well or when you show the tribunal they will get you a job in IT:rotfl:

I wish someone would give me a job in IT - anything to get out of the work situation I'm in at the moment!

I've got really good IT skills and know my way round all the MS Office packages pretty well, probably advanced level, but because I haven't got any NVQs or modern qualifications in IT, alot of employers won't take your word for it on an application form and look for specific qualifications
:mad: I did a degree which included IT but that was years ago and employers seem to prefer a modern NVQ qualification to a degree, despite the difference in achievement level.

And before you say "Go back to college and get a qualification", I live in a rural area so its both difficult and expensive to get to my nearest college, and although I'm very poor and on a low income, because I am (technically, though signed off at the moment) employed part-time, I don't qualify for any financial assistance and I simply can't afford the cost of courses plus the cost of travel and parking etc. I have considered online courses but again the cost of them makes them impossible.

Any ideas or suggestions most welcome as I desperately need to get out of the work situation I'm in at the moment, but can't work full time as its just too much and my nearest town is 12 miles away.

beachbeth

Ive found it now! I scrolled downwards and even looked on sheet 2 and 3 - but I didn't think to scroll to the right!:o Thanks a lot!

beachbeth

I know what you mean, WVW. If I was to look for a job now my qualifications would be out of date. Im really good on computers and can pick things up on Word or Excel pretty easily but its no good saying that in an interview! However, as Im too ill with depression to have a job its not something I have to worry about. I worked at the HSBC from 1990-2000 before I left and went on IB. So I havent applied for a job since 1990 and my qualifications are relevant to this date!

I wish I could suggest something but, as you say, these courses can be quite expensive.

shazrobo

whitevanwoman wrote: »

Just seen your latest signature - wow! Nimble fingers or what!

How's things going with Daniel?
Haven't caught up with rest of thread yet so sorry if you've already posted about the situation.

hi wvw, daniel was allowed home home last weekend, on bail, he has to attend the final warning clinic with youth offending team in april.
the shock of being in the cell must have done him some good, he has been well behaved and polite ever since

hugs
shaz xxx

shazrobo

feeling rough tonight, had a tooth out earlier today, and am in agony, taken some painkillers, but too soon to take any more just yet

hugs

shaz xxx

Sssssss

whitevanwoman wrote: »

Well done for hanging on in there at work and increasing your hours, despite the problems you have had :T

thanks, there have been a few moments when I've really felt like walking away from it all, but I'm hanging in there.

the 6 week training period (lol had 2 or 3 days only of training) is over next week and today I was given a draft copy of my contract, going to spend the weekend reading through it but as of 1st April I could be employed

Tulip

:hello: Everyone,

Just had a lovely evening of BuckyBingo and won £7.50.

I will chat tomorrow

Night! Night!


love and light,

Katie xxx

Tiff_2

Hi guys!

And that goes for Sunday too!
Safe journeys guys.
Much Love,
Tiff xxx

Tiff_2

Hi guys!

How are we all? I've only been able to skim the last few pages but it seems like you have all been very busy bunnies. I'm so glad to see that things are getting a bit easier for some of the clan.

As for me, I really don't know where to start - so I won't! Needless to say I'm storing away enough cannon fodder for 'The Tiff Chronicles' ~ Part 10, 11 and 12!

I've been doing a little thinking guys - yes, I know I promised I wouldn't try it again! - and a couple of thoughts occurred to me. I thought it about time for a friendly reminder, guys. Please be sure to tell your dr about any changes you have made with your meds. Your dr needs to be able to monitor you and to be able to keep your medical records up-to-date. Heaven forbid that you take very ill or have an accident and be unable to speak for yourself, because then all the professionals will have to go on, is your medical records. They may not give you an important treatment you might need because your out of date records show you are taking a med which will react badly with what they want to prescribe. So please tell your dr if you've stopped any meds.

Also guys, tell your dr if you've started taking any 'natural remedies'. They sound harmless, don't they? Don't forget, most meds started off being a natural remedy and natural remedies can cause reactions with other meds. These remedies still need to be respected just as much as other meds - always check with your dr first, just to be safe.

And finally, I think that many people - including ourselves sometimes - tend to dismiss the word 'stress' as being an every day thing when we try and describe our situations/illnesses, because they assume everyone has got stress. Everyone does get some stress but as with anything else, we all get it in varying degrees.

If it helps, try and think of the meaning of the word 'stress' in physical terms. A structure that has too much weight upon it, like a bridge for example, is said to be under stress. It is being asked to cope with a load that it cannot really bear and isn't built for and parts of the structure begin to bend and become too strained. It's the same with our minds and stress. Most people like to avoid the problem as much as possible and try not to think about it, but avoidance only really works by building a dam around the stress and not letting it enter your mind. When the stress becomes too great, you can't really avoid it any more and can't stop thinking it. So remember to give the word 'stress' some respect it deserves the next time you have to fill in a form listing health problems - it is a very valid factor and not just an excuse.

Of course, this is all just Tiffy's humble opinion...which on a good day, might get you a free bottle of air!

I'll try and get back soon. I'm thinking of you all.
Be kind to yourself guys.
Much Love,
Tiff xxx