Posted by Larry Hoover on April 10, 2003, at 9:38:13
In reply to Re: Fending off depression... chronic stress, posted by HelenInCalif on April 10, 2003, at 0:38:45
> Looking up definitions of chronic stress: it could be. What I've recently discovered is my immediate supervisor at work fits the definition I've seen of a bully (bullyonline.org) and has caused 3-4 weeks straight of intense stress (with several disconnected episodes before that).
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> My stress reactions match that website's descriptions, and they do say a person can get something like PTSD after this. Now, with me its only been a month, but still, that is constant stress each workday. The only good thing is that my job is temporary (yay, I won't be making money, but I'll be happy?!) But this depression is still creeping in.The sort of research you've been doing, and the nature of the comments you're making are definitely part of a healthy coping strategy. The simple act of taking these observations will probably lessen their impact on you. You recognize this is a temporary situation, you see the boss for the asshole that he is, and you're seeking resolutions via a number of means. Good for you.
> What type of betaine do you use? I see that several forms exist, including betaine citrate and betaine aspartate.
I have nevers seen betaine citrate and betaine aspartate before. I was thinking of anhydrous betaine, also called betaine freebase, or simply trimethylglycine (betaine is the trivial name, whereas trimethylglycine is the chemist-geek name). I do not recommend betaine hydrochloride.
> Thanks again for the help!My pleasure.
Lar
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