Depression is very typical in people with any kind of a chronic disease and people with COPD are quite likely to have some depression at various times in their COPD experience.

Valerie3, Yes I have depression and anxiety that has gotten worse sense the COPD it never goes away but the dr can try to make it easier for you. I take Xanax and Zoloft.. You’re gonna laugh but the best medicine I find is to be around people who are goofy and funny, and be around my great grandchildren. Try not to be around people who have problems and have to tell you..that’s a NO NO. And don’t worry about little things.The most important person to worry about is yourself. If you would like someone to talk to day or night send me and e mail. I hope this company shows my e mail..take care be happy and stay safe

The "unknown" is definitely harder to overcome than something known that you can deal with, but with this disease every day is an unknown. I guess every day we have a new challenge to meet and overcome if we can. Those that can and do take on each day with a renews faith or hope can live a long time; it makes us stronger to beat the odds so to speak. I know you can do it @A MyCOPDTeam Member, I have faith in you! Hugs, Chris
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All my life I have been able to roll with the punches. Pick myself up and keep on going. This particular punch is definitely more difficult to get over but I’ll make it. I always have.

I understand your dilemma @Pjacas51; we've all had to make those same decisions and I know you will do what is right for YOU. YOU are the most important person to consider when making decisions. People are probably thinking you are being quite selfish at times, but you HAVE to be in order to take care of your health. Just please enjoy life and do as you normally would as long as you can. I have lived with moderate emphysema for a number of years and I don't see that diagnosis changing anytime soon, and that is because I try to live like I used to, just do things a little slower. It's hard to let the cleaning go or just do one or two rooms at a time, but we can only do so much and that's all there is to it. I choose to look on the brighter side of things every day and I must say I really do enjoy life. Keep active and that's the most important thing. I wish you the best of luck.
This message could fit you also @Valarie3 and I wish you the best of luck also!