Moved out & back, can't get on track, never more depressed than this. Any help?

Thanks. It really does feel that I'm less stressed out. I didn't think the coffee was such a big deal until I cut it way down. I'm still struggling with the marriage, but I feel in control of myself more. My wife thinks quitting the meds was a sign of bad faith in not trying to work on us, but I think I know when my body is telling me something isn't right and the meds were not my solution. Thanks again.

searching for me

Glad to read your post and to see that you are doing better.  Yes you do know your body best and if the meds did not feel right for you then you are most likely  right.

Cutting down on the coffee was a good choice.  You seem to be much more in control of your situation.  I am very proud of you and keep up the hard work.  I am here for you so please keep posting.
Kitt

why does everyone suggest a primary care physician prior to a visit with a local social worker/therapist? if during your work with counselors, did you find someone you enjoyed talking with. i would strongly suggest discussing a meeting with a psychiatrist through someone they recommend. i hear too many stories about primary care physicians using medications as the first line of defense and patients expecting that to be it. if that we it for mental health, this forum wouldn't be here. you need to work on your life as a whole, and this case especially, as you feel as though your mood has affected everything.

and though you can't blame depression for everything, it could very well be a source of your troubles. if you feel that you need more answers, search for them. don't be afraid to research your options.

ShynSassy, I apologize if i came across as feeling as though there is any right or wrong approach. of course sometimes insurance sets the limits for you. i was just surprised that everyone made the same suggestion and was curious as to why that is. i suppose that in my personal experience, professionally and personally, a referral rarely came from a primary care physician, but of course all insurance companies are different.

i feel as though speaking to a primary care physician about your mental health can lead you down a medication without therapy approach which, in my opinion, is part of the problems many of us face regarding stigma and psychiatric medications. i get the feeling that this forum is more about support and less about discussion in regards to treatments, so by all means, continue. i was just curious.

Post Edited (cakes) : 3/18/2008 8:20:39 AM (GMT-6)

Cakes
I too understand your view point... I was just trying to let you know that we try to encourage professional help first and foremost.

I gave up on my primary because he was not helping me at all..but,he did get me into the right door for help.

I can only speak for the UK since I dont really understand the US health system. In the UK, we have a National Health Service and the easiest way to get a referral to any treatment (whether it be a psychiatrist or therapist) is through your GP (Family Doctor). This is why I almost always suggest seeing a physician. They usually have better connections to other treatment possibilities. I completely agree with your point about mental illness and meds. There should be some kind of other therapy involved, but it is the meds which allow the patient to take full advantage of the therapy.

Darren