Sorry to double post.. I just thought of something. I have left over Gabapentin from the last time this happened. As i understand, it's a neuro pain pill (non-opioid). Is it safe to take it or should...
Thanks for the replies, both of you. 1) Depression- yes, I've been seeing therapists and psych docs for years and honestly i have somewhat treatment resistant depression. But I'm working on it and...
I wasn't sure where else in the forum to post this, not sure I'd consider it to be "chronic pain." Anyway, I'm 31 years old, I'm overweight and struggle with depression, and I seem to have bouts of...
Vanessi, It sounds like the loss is out of your control. Meaning, he has ended it, and you can't get it back. The best thing might be to slowly try to recognize that it's over, and move on. What does...
Most residential places are self-pay, meaning they may not take private insurance. Be sure you are aware of your financial standing before admitting. Not all "psych wards" are scary places (the one I...
Vanessi, I can totally relate to waking up from really good dreams and feeling even worse. However, I've never gone through what you described. That sounds really tough. You are doing the right thing...
You know what, I can post now. I don't need the article, what you posted was enough to kick me in the butt. I'm not a mental health worker... I'm a person with depression who needs to leave my...
I do that ALL. THE. TIME. Can you send me the article? Or what words can I use to look it up? You described me to the T. I'll post more later. Need to sink in....
Tim Tam... thank you. My GP told me about reducing Carbs.. and I didn't really listen. They are the ultimate comfort food for me, so that's a great idea. Thank you for the reference to talk to Lanie....
Thanks to both of you. One of my past therapists always joked with me that "therapists and doctors make the toughest patients." It's so true. I do need to get out and do something, see people. Move...
I'm stuck in this .. loop of misery, lack of motivation to change, and self-hate. I suffer from depression and anxiety, have for a couple years. I left 3 jobs in 2 years due to my symptoms, and the...
Thank you. A few days seems it's all it took to calm me down a bit on the side effects. I like the combo I'm on ... it quiets my mind and keeps me from falling into deep depression. The restless,...
I'm sorry, I wasn't able to follow where you were going with your reply....
My psych doc said I am very sensitive to medications... case in point, I couldn't tolerate the lowest dosage of seroquel. Now I'm on 20 mg Prozac and 1 mg Rexulti, he wants to increase them gradually...
Thanks, SC. I just got back from my psychiatrist... he put me on a low does of seroquel to help me sleep and manage the mood, as well as manage my anxiety. I'm worried about the weight gain... But I...
I've been struggling with clinical anxiety for about a year and 5 months so far. Maybe longer, but when I first came on this forum, it was a very somatic expression of anxiety- a choking feeling in...
Cool. Would it be too much of a hassle then for a Mod to move/combine all my posts? If not, I'll just carry on on this thread :)...
Of course will do. Even just having a place (other than therapy) to talk about this helps me immensely. Question.. do you prefer we continue on the same thread we originally create, or is it okay to...
Well I didn't get the job I wanted, but I know my depression and anxiety is doing better because I handled it really well. I mean, I am upset, and frustrated, but I'm using my skills, spent my entire...
That sounds both painful and scary! Do you mind if I ask which came first? The anxiety or the pain? Just wondering. Also, with therapy, sometimes talking about issues that are hard to talk about make...
Great idea. We did that with the belsomra, but none others....
Thanks so much, SC. I'm seeing a psych doc and a therapist. Coping skills.... My therapist is on me about that all the time! My old job, all I would do is tell the patients to "use your skills!" but...
:cry: Haven't posted much and not for a while so quick check in. Depression, anxiety (constant choking feeling). I'm getting frustrated with all the med changes and how imperfect of a science it is....
I forgot to post about the dreams part. Even on Ambien, I dream. Thank god, it's my only escape in this nightmare. But of late, I've had very clear, complicated, detaild dreams, and they all end with...
Since starting Effexor, and quitting my job, my choking feeling has reduced. Not been eliminated, but reduced. I'll take it. I have restless leg since starting the Effexor and I really feel as if my...
Have a relaxing time! Thanks for all the help, you deserve a break!...
Hey guys, checking in. I saw my ENT, and there is redness on my larynx (sp??) so he prescribed something for acid reflux, but he said my symptoms were probably not due to minor acid reflux. Saw my...
Thanks to you both Scaredy Cat and Snoopy... Great suggestions. I see my ENT today, I'm not sure what I'm hoping for there. Not sure if I'd prefer a medical reason, or another conclusion that it is...
I've read some threads on this forum that were very helpful to me, but I wanted to share my story. I work in a mental health facility and help patients with eating disorders, depression, anxiety,...