Isolation and fear

Piamadonna

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Joined : Mar 2012

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Posted 3/24/2012 10:05 PM (GMT 0)

I am 40yrs old and have anxiety/depression. I am new to these chats. I have been on Cipramil 20mg for 3 years now. My depression tends to go and always reappear .. ( Sneaky) . Anxiety sneaks in ,, it all gets too much and just head back to bed.. No motivation , even to clean the house. Isolate myself from the world. My therapist has suggested changing my medication .. I at times believe exercise and good nutrition are going to be the answer to all my anxiety /depression problems ?? At times I get so afraid of eating, thinking is this going to make me more sick!! I do eat well, then I just get over the food.. Low self esteem.. Not working at all, then this even gets me down even more.. I have a very loving boyfriend that has helped me to talk these issues out.. Does anyone else have these problems.. I isolate myself many times /avoid people due to low self esteem..
Thankyou Piamadonna

Scaredy Cat

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Joined : Sep 2006

Posts : 28868

Posted 3/25/2012 3:13 AM (GMT 0)

Hi Piamadonna and welcome!

I am glad that you have joined us.:) This is a great place to get back to talking with others and avoiding isolation. Even if it is a struggle to get out and socialize at the moment...this is a great outlet to talk with others who understand your struggles.

I am glad to read that you are in therapy. I believe that using all of your tools to fight the A/D will help you on your path to healing. A combination of therapy, meds, good nutrition and exercise, hobbies/recreational activities and breathing /relaxation exercises is a great way to treat the issues from all sides!

Keep posting here with us as well. We understand, and are always ready to listen and help when we can. You will find validation and support here anytime that you need it.!

Talk to you soon.:)

Scaredy Cat

Piamadonna

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Joined : Mar 2012

Posts : 2

Posted 3/25/2012 9:41 AM (GMT 0)

Thanks so much for the reply Scardey Cat.......!! I am in therapy so this is a blessing.. I do have a set date to have my meds changed. A little worried seeing I have been on the same Meds since 2007.. I am a little worried , Will they work??? Will I feel better?? It all is a challenge at the moment.. I am a mother as well to a gorgeous 8 yr old girl. My daughter tries to motivate me,, That really breaks my heart.. C mon Mummy lets go for a swim>> I drag myself there... Thank you so much for the reply, really helps to touch base..
XX Piamadonna

Scaredy Cat

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Joined : Sep 2006

Posts : 28868

Posted 3/25/2012 3:02 PM (GMT 0)

I am sure that you will get your new med regime figured out...it may take a little trial and error and patience (or it could be the first one you try is a winner!) but the point it, you will start to feel better, with a better acting medication...and that is what you want.:)

I wish you the best with this...keep us updated as to when you start and how you are doing with it, okay?

Let your daughter be that wonderful motivation when you need it...our kids are our life, yes?...and one of the reasons that we need to fight the fight everyday to feel our best and conquer the issues that want to hold us down. I often find myself pushing myself a little farther that I might feel like it, because the mom in me is urging me..okay nagging me, lol, to do what I need to not only for me, but for my family.:)

Keep us updated and talk to you soon,

S.C.

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