Posted by Alara on March 16, 2003, at 5:11:15
In reply to Newbie, Majour Depression, doc woes, Celexa..., posted by lady fever on March 15, 2003, at 22:08:38
Hi Lady Fever,
Check out this site for stories written by people of all ages who are experiencing depression:
http://www.depressionnet.com.au/yourstory.html
I can guarantee that this will make you feel much less alone!
You are not going crazy. Depressed and anxious people (myself included) are notorious for questioning their sanity. Not all doctors have a good understanding of how terrifying and isolating this experience can be - in spite of all their clinical training.
Keep looking and you will find a compassionate, empathic doctor who can help you.
About the med crisis: Here in Australia we have mental health crisis units who can usually arrange for appointments on the same day that you call. They can organise for a short-term supply of medication until you get on your feet. Try looking up your phone book under medical services.Hang in there. If it's any consolation, my house looks as though a bomb has hit it too. I chose to sleep for most of the weekend, escaping from any thoughts of my job. :-)
The good thing about depression is that it never lasts for ever. Life will change and you will get reprieve. Meanwhile, try to look at your condition as a chance to grow. There's a silver lining in every cloud.
Let us know how you go.
Alara
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