Posted by Emme on March 26, 2002, at 13:00:14
In reply to Lamictal beneficiaries- A Question for you. . ., posted by Bekka H. on March 24, 2002, at 17:07:00
Hi Bekka,
The relief I got from Lamictal was that my depression diminished (didn't go 100% away yet, but much improved), and I became more interactive. I started to have greater emotional responses to things. For example, I looked at some fabulous birds at a wildlife sanctuary and felt fascination and appreication. I saw a lovely painting in a gallery and felt an emotional response. I went to a modern dance performance and found it lovely. I felt like doing yoga. And I didn't feel ugly.
Unfortunately I've backslid into depression again. But I believe it is a case of environmental factors unhinging me - I think I wasn't well enough long enough to be ready to take on the major life decisions I may be faced with. No chance to regroup. I think if I were in a slightly more stable life situation I'd be in a decent place emotionally. I'm hoping I'll regain some balance soon. Maybe we should inch up the lamictal higher and see if that gives me greater benefit. I'm certainly not going to abandon Lamictal, though I may need to tweak the mixture right now.
Anyway, I got big relief from depression and it didn't make me numb or apathetic.
Good luck,
Emme
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