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Posted 4/12/2014 4:28 PM (GMT 0)
Hey yall! I've been noticing that after the birth of my first child I've been really flighty with my mood swings or just emotions altogether. I can have a good day... like a reeeeally good day and the next day comes and I literally want to crawl in a ball and die. I've bern on prozac, zoloft, and lastly lexapro with no results. I thought it may have been ppd but my oldest is two and like I've said before... I go from on extreme to another. I feel like I'm losing touch with myself and reality. Idk what to do or how to get help...cuz I don't even know what I have that needs fixed... I know I sound nuts...but any tips on how to cope with... whatever I have would be great. I just want to be happy.
Posted 4/12/2014 11:14 PM (GMT 0)
Hello tdunksley,

Welcome to the forum :-)

Sometimes meds usually take some time to work. They also work differently for everyone. People usually have to try different meds and different dosages before they find the right combinations and dosages.

Therapy usually helps together with meds. If possible, please try to seek some counseling. This will help you. Posting here does help as well. :-)

I usually try things to distract myself such as deep breathing, reading inspiration books or any novels, watching movies, listening to music and keeping a journal to write how I feel. I also practice mindfulness as it helps a lot. Feel free to try these to anything you enjoy. It can help you.

Please feel free to check out our resources where you will find information on coping:
www.healingwell.com/community/default.aspx?f=13&m=350839

Again, welcome and I look forward to learning more about you.

Take Care

UA
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