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Posted 10/5/2014 8:02 PM (GMT 0)
I've been depressed for a very long time. For the past month or so I have not felt the sadness that goes along with depression. I of course believe that the depression is gone. But I still don't feel well. I'm still motivated to do nothing, not eating, very irritable. Asking people if there is a such thing as agitated depression. **bad thoughts**
thoughts a bit.
Has anyone ever experienced their depression changing over time? I have been working hard to rid myself of this depression so I hope it is gone and now I'm just feeling more anxiety.

I would appreciate anyone's thoughts and experiences.

Post Edited By Moderator (BnotAfraid) : 10/6/2014 10:43:28 AM (GMT-6)

Posted 10/5/2014 9:43 PM (GMT 0)
I think it sounds like you are still depressed. Are you taking anything for depression? If not, I think talking to the doctor or a therapist would help you.

My depression is worse than it has been. Days are getting shorter and I have some stuff going on at the moment that is effecting it. Hopefully it will get better soon as I get things sorted out. Maybe you have something going on in your life that is effecting the way that you feel...

Are you happy for the most part? I try to be. It can be hard, and we have to really work at it. Know you aren't alone in your struggles.

Hugs, Karen...
Posted 10/6/2014 2:28 AM (GMT 0)
Emwell,
Format of depression can manifest into various modes,thoughts of suicide are still there and you feel anxious but less sad.

some days i am more anxious than ever ,depression takes back seat ,my anxiety attacks bother me but my doc varies in his opinion and thinks i am depressed more .

so situations and environment and meds make huge difference.

I am on SSRI and xanax and still i am anxiety filled mess,with intrusive thoughts...which bother me and make me sad.

check with your doc ,update is necessary .I share with my doc how i feel.

keep us posted ,rest take it slow.
Posted 10/6/2014 4:47 PM (GMT 0)
Emwell, welcome to the forum

those of us with depression and other mental challanges, ride and wave, not unlike a roller coaster.

We can experience emotions on and off. It is a very good thing that you are in touch with your body so much that you notice this.

If you don't already, I would suggest your start journalling about your feeling. It most likely will help you in becoming emotionally balanced and smooth out that roller coaster ride.

I journal ever day. Except of the actional volcano, I now have a pretty smooth ride.

Peace
Trina
Posted 10/6/2014 10:05 PM (GMT 0)
Emwell-

It has definitely been my experience that depression and anxiety can present itself in different forms. That's really frustrating bc just when we think we know what depression or anxiety "looks" like, it can morph into a symptom we might not recognize. Sometimes I couldn't tell what was anxiety & what was depression.

From your brief description, It's very likely you're experiencing depression. Are you taking meds now or in therapy? Both work so well together.

This is a very supportive forum so please keep posting. We are like a family here :-)

Sending love-
Lisa

Ps: hugs & peace to you Trina & Karen xoxo
Posted 10/7/2014 6:16 PM (GMT 0)

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I saw one of my psychiatrists today. I was very honest about how I was feeling. He was glad to see that I am sleeping better and not feeling the sadness like I was. He wrote down everything else I mentioned. I will see him again on Thursday for a treatment.

I do take meds and am in therapy. The meds have been the same for the last year or so. My meds are for my OCD, sleep problems, and anxiety.

I see my therapist every week. Although I have been considering spreading that to every two weeks.

I appreciate the suggestions and support. I use to journal all the time, but that went away with this last bout of depression. I just don't have the motivation to write. Motivation is slowly coming back.

I see my other doctor on Tuesday. He manages my meds. I always make suggestions and he keeps it all the same. I think he is starting to feel better about my depression as he gave me a larger supply of Ativan last time I saw him. He is trusting me with more pills.

I belong to a another forum somewhat similar to this one. I actually followed a link from there to here. I am looking for positive people. So I chose to share this problem here rather than there.

I thank you for the welcomes. I have posted in other areas here and received similar welcomes.

Post Edited (emwell2) : 10/17/2014 12:11:41 PM (GMT-6)

Posted 10/17/2014 6:22 PM (GMT 0)
I saw my other doctor today.  Communication was difficult.  But I think I got him to do more for me than he has been willing to do in the past.  He increased a med I have been taking to help me sleep.  I was hoping he would do this as I have been reading about this medication and found that it may help with depression and anxiety.  I do feel a tad guilty as I think I manipulated the doctor into doing what I want.  Oh well all is well.
Posted 10/17/2014 7:51 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Enwell,

I hope that the sleeping medication helps with your depression and anxiety. Is it trazadone by any chance? My husband takes that and I read where it also helps with depression. I am sure that the doctor knew it too.

I hope you feel better soon. Keep posting as it does help...

Hugs, Karen...
Posted 10/18/2014 2:17 PM (GMT 0)
I took Trazadone for years to help me sleep.  After numerous years it stopped working. I'm taking mirtazapine and I slept well last night.
Posted 10/18/2014 2:27 PM (GMT 0)
I know it as remeron. I tried it, but the doc didn't tell me to take it at night and it made me sleepy during the day so I stopped it. I hope and am glad it works for you... In more ways than one.

Keep on keeping on...

Hugs, Karen...
Posted 11/2/2014 10:36 PM (GMT 0)
I'm feeling even better  .  My doctor increased one of my meds.  I've been giving myself little goals to do every day.  Even though my  anxiety feels worse, I am not letting it stop me from doing what I need to do.  All this helps me feel better.
Posted 11/3/2014 12:32 AM (GMT 0)
That is awesome... I am so happy for you. With the anxiety, remember to breathe. It does help...

Keep up the good work. Keep us posted on how you are doing.

I am so glad you are feeling better.

Hugs, Karen...
Posted 11/3/2014 9:44 PM (GMT 0)
Emwell-

Very good to hear. What my psychiatrist told me is once things start getting "better" &/or you're on the right meds/doses, it takes 3 months for the brain to heal. Isn't that interesting? I'd never heard that before this year. It's my belief that your brain is finally starting to heal. The small daily goals is perfect. Keep up the good work!

Sending you much peace & healing-
Lisa
Posted 11/5/2014 10:49 AM (GMT 0)
keep strong. sorry i hadn't said g'day. a lot going on. know that i send many healing thoughts your way.
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