Mental Health - condition's and coping

[pedromakarachi]

A subject very close to my heart but just wondering as to how many members suffer with mental health problems i.e. depression, anxiety, bi-polar, schizophrenia, ADHD, OCD etc.

I have suffered with depression on and off for many years as well as ADHD and OCD. Time's have been tough and periods of life have been a hell of a struggle to get through. I know life doesn't always favour everyone in a positive light and can be a grind but people differ in their strengths and weaknesses and abilities to cope.

If you do suffer, how do you find other peoples understanding of your condition? Do you find much support available? Do you find people are wary of you? And that others don't perceive you having a problem just because you aren't plastered up, bearing scars or limping around on crutches.

I find playing car games on my Xbox, watching car orientated films or working on my car a great escape from my problems and directs my focus. Anyone the same?