It's been brewing a while and it's getting closer. What happens when doing everything is not enough?...
Hi IFIXDIT, I loved how you worded that 'I write my own stories of Doom and Gloom.' I could never think of the words to describe what I do, and here you have done it for me. This was a huge problem...
Good on ya Michel!!!!!!! Sure you can keep it to yourself for now, keep it to yourself forever if you like. You don't have to tell your Superior anything about depression although you might like to...
I don't know if I'll be able to help you. Your mother is right. Anti depressants do make you dopey and unfortunately they can take up to 6 weeks to take full effect so she probably hasn't felt the...
hi Mic, good for you. Tell us how it goes at the Docs. As for your question... is depression a health condition?... Good question. Health is the state of your body and mind, so a health condition...
From what you've said you sound depressed. Am I qualified to tell you that... NO. Is your friend qualified to tell you that your not depressed... NO. If only to get diagnosed, you should probably see...
Good luck with the leg shaving ate....
That's interesting ate, bipolar is something I've never considered. I do have a psychologist, but he keeps alot to himself. He has never officially diagnosed me with anything. I know I am prone to...
Hi Cloudy, I can feel the anxiety building up from here. How to tell him... where to tell him... how to say it... etc. If you can't tell him outright, try telling him how your feeling at the moment....
Yes, My fat, lazy, 'supposed to be a guard dog' Percy makes me happy. He's so useless. Slug is a good word. My 4 year old who acts like a 50 year old makes me happy (he even has a shoe horn) My wierd...
This is actually an anxiety issue but left alone, my anxiety becomes so heavy it turns into a deep depression, plus I know you guys here alot better. I am currently unmedicated, and have been using...
Yesterday, I was running behind schedule. I accidently locked my keys and my kids (5) in my van, got a flat tyre and still got to my appointment on time. When things are completely crappy and then...
Hi Victoria, I have done both kickboxing and yoga and for me yoga more helpful. My anxiety actually helped me excel in kickboxing. I was already on the edge of my toes and if you can put anger and...
Susan, I could have typed this post for you a few years ago. I'm so sorry you are lonely. Lonliness is so hard because you can't fix it by yourself. I understand your predicament. I've always had a...
I'm really sorry Jez, I've only recently got my puppy a Newfoundland. He's huge, he bumps over my kids and sneaks into the food when I'm not looking. He barks if I put him in the yard without me. He...
Hi Casper, I was thinking of you over the weekend and was wondering how things went for your neice? Honey...
Hi Chrissy, I have had bouts of anxiety/depression since I was 16. The fact that you have previously been diagnosed with depression makes you prone to a repeat diagnosis. However, you know better...
Hi there clever, What your parents don't know COULD hurt them. You need to tell them, they could be in danger. You don't know if your dreaming things or living them. They can tell you what you're...
Good for you Luvdee, You asked an important and interesting question. I am prone to depression and it took me 10 years to recognise it. I have a friend who has ongoing post-partum depression (almost...
Hi Casper, I completely agree with Victoria. I am so sorry for everything you're up against. You have put your family first and have done well. Do not stop now. I promise you that the world will not...
Hey Just looking, Welcome to Healing well. This forum has become a lifeline for me. I don't have anyone else I can talk to about my depression. My parents may know but, this is not something we talk...
Thought you'd like to know, I read this... then went and got some strawberries... he he he... Deeeee-licious...
LOL strong, good for you. /community/emoticons/yeah.gif ...
How do you get off Effexor?.... Slowly. 1. Consult your Dr. Tell him about your negative side effects. There are some side effects that subside after time on effexor. If you do not need to stop...
While on effexor I was really tired, my mind was gluggy and my sex drive tanked. It was not a good med for me. However, I wasn't depressed so in that respect it worked. How long have you been on it?...
I'm glad that Elisha responded. The intention of my last post was not to hurt you, 'blame you' or to point my finger at you. It seems like you have had a rough time in terms of finding a suitable...
It seems you have a problem. 'the woman I worked for was completely ignorant' 'my area of expertise...is populated by childish narcissitic sycophants trying to exert their authority over others.' 'my...
Hi rf123, I think that you've had some good advise so far. Especially from poetdowns. It's hard for us to help her, when we are not in direct contact with her. BUT... you are here and we can help...
Hi, I, like everyone else did quite well on Celexa I am off it now. I was tired off my feet, but then I was anyway with my depression. I did gain a bit of weight and despite running four times a week...
Hi there, I'd really like to know how long you have been off effexor. I was in a deppressive slump (extreme blahs) and was prescribed a relatively small dose (75 mg) of Effexor. I took it for only 2...
I was on celexa for about 4 months and it wasn't too bad. It did knock me out flat though. I was extremely tired and that's the reason I got off it. Other than that it did it's job. But, everyone is...
Good advise Els, Alcohol is a depressant... probably not a good idea for those of us who are depressed. Kudos for the doctor's appointment... you DO need it and it WILL help you. Even if you only...
'Hi there, I was on Effexor XR briefly (2 months) at a dose of 75 mg (apparantly this is quite low) and did quite well with it. However it completely massacred my sex drive to the point that I'd...
Hi, The Effexor takes a while to kick in, but it should have been by now. It sounds like you may need to get your meds adjusted. Though a word of warning.... Effexor is a bugger to get off. However...
Hi Hope. This must be a frustrating predicament for you. Especially when others are essential for our healing. I too have a similar problem with pushing people away. If I have friends for too long, I...
Actually Rianna, ADHD is something I've never considered. You may have a valid observation. I've only asked for help when things are to 'heavy' for me to manage on my own (ie. I'm suicidal). So I've...
Hi creative, I'm really sorry for your situation. It must be really scary for you. I know your here looking for advice. I'll give you what I know and perhaps a place to start. And if anyone after...
Rianna, I just stopped by and I'm so glad I saw your post. You prompted me to become a member only to reply. I have only recently accepted my depression, although it has affected me as long as I can...