As always, check with your doctor... but after some initial research, and an attempt to wean myself off of several medications I am going to give CBD (a component of marijuana - but it does not give...
Try to be in the moment Force urself to do activities that u used to enjoy (exercise, etc.) Meditate, yoga, etc. Try to see the depression as a "visitor" and separate from yourself... breath and this...
RosePose, I was there last year at this time, it took every ounce of my energy to get up and go to work; I came home after and went to bed. Talking with a therapist is a good start (if u have not...
Resisting running out and buying an I-Pod or some bike gear (I'm generally impatient and go for the instant gratification - maybe I'm progressing); I would put it toward my planned bike trip to Italy...
409, I was on citalopram for many years and had good luck with it... until my situational depression/anxiety became really bad and my doctor suggested I try something different... my best advice is...
Prayers for you and your family Char... take it one day at a time and take some time for yourself......
Thanks for the words of encouragement Karen. Hugs back....
Hello friends, I am currently tapering my lorazepam dosage in hopes of getting off it totally. I have instructions from my doctor for tapering but I'd like to hear from someone who has actually gone...
Ilovepuppies, Lots of good advise so far... in some ways I was the same as your husband. I would not wish depression/anxiety on my worst enemies... At this point I think it would be a mistake for him...
New Me, I am in somewhat the same situation, albeit a divorce without the drug issues. I have new girlfriend perhaps sooner than what others (including my children) may think is appropriate; but my...
Thanks Trina! Cycling helps me for sure, part of my "practices" which also include mediation and yoga......
Karen, where is the "Daily check in thread"? Thanks...
thanks Karen! Its good to have a community to reach out to......
"The most helpful thing anyone has been able to do for me is to simply listen...when I'm ready to talk." Good advice for you from MarkintheDark.... heavy lifting is required to get better and only...
Hi all, I'm new to the site as of today.... 53 year old male with depression/anxiety which intensified last year as I made some significant changes in my life, including a divorce.... taking meds,...