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Posted by Ilene on October 5, 2005, at 23:16:55
I'm in the middle of a relapse that occurred out of the blue. I don't want to experience any more pain. I've already experienced a lot of misery and I just want out. Both my therapist and my pdoc have tried to talk me into going into the hospital, but I don't see how it would help me. I've been in two different hospitals before. At the first one they changed my meds around and released me. At the second one they gave me ECT, which I feel has left cognitive damage, and released me. I was in a partial hospitalization program for a few months. I started CBT a few weeks ago. I don't even remember all the different meds I've taken. The hospital might be an escape, but only temporarily. The only reason I'm staying alive is I don't want to hurt my family.
I just wanted to vent. I feel awful.
I.
Posted by UgottaHaveHope on October 6, 2005, at 0:48:01
In reply to Slipping down badly, posted by Ilene on October 5, 2005, at 23:16:55
i am sorry that you are going through this. please keep posting your thoughts in here. there are a lot of ppl in here who are where you are now or even worse. some of them have gotten better and you can do. it happens all the time. you have to have hope.
to me, to beat this is a two-step process: 1. meds and 2. re-training your mind. for the latter, please consider your spiritual life. we're praying for you.
Posted by lynn970 on October 6, 2005, at 16:10:40
In reply to Re: yes, do not hurt your family, posted by UgottaHaveHope on October 6, 2005, at 0:48:01
I think that many of us have been where you are.
Please remember that this will pass. love you.
Hang in there.
Posted by Phillipa on October 6, 2005, at 17:03:36
In reply to Re: I hate mental illness, posted by lynn970 on October 6, 2005, at 16:10:40
Ilene, same with me the hospital almost makes it worse. Better to be home where you are around familiar things and have access to your things. But if you become suicidal that's another thing. Then it is time to go. Fondly, Phillipa
Posted by rjlockhart98 on October 6, 2005, at 19:44:28
In reply to Slipping down badly, posted by Ilene on October 5, 2005, at 23:16:55
I understand what it feels like when you are trapped, and are obligated not to go to a hospital. I cant, i have Collage, life ahead.
Ilene, i dont want to make a recomendation, but possible a stimulant could help with helping you feel together. Dexedrine or Adderall. I feel focused when i take it and a sense of well-being. But they are amphetamines, so i dont know how it would effect your nerve. For me i can handle it.
You said you take 80mg of Prozac, and still nothing? your doctor needs to get with it, i do not like doctors who dont care. Stimulants in combination with SSRI's in articles have shown success. Feeling pain from the past hurts, but a stimulant can help you get back on your feet. So please, take my advice. Ask your doctor if a stimulant medication would help, because you have been having trouble with focusing. They will start you on a low dose. Ask about Adderall or Dexedrine. Adderall is more of choice, Dexedrine is an older medication, its same thing as adderall but without some isomers. Its been around a long time.
Take Care
Matt
Posted by Ilene on October 6, 2005, at 19:56:58
In reply to Re: Slipping down badly, posted by rjlockhart98 on October 6, 2005, at 19:44:28
Thanks for your advice. I tried Dexedrine a few years ago. It might be worth trying again, though. I think we're first going up on Wellbutrin, since it seemed to give me a little boost at low dosages.
Stay well,
I.
Posted by 4wd on October 6, 2005, at 22:35:04
In reply to Slipping down badly, posted by Ilene on October 5, 2005, at 23:16:55
> I'm in the middle of a relapse that occurred out of the blue. I don't want to experience any more pain. I've already experienced a lot of misery and I just want out. Both my therapist and my pdoc have tried to talk me into going into the hospital, but I don't see how it would help me. I've been in two different hospitals before. At the first one they changed my meds around and released me. At the second one they gave me ECT, which I feel has left cognitive damage, and released me. I was in a partial hospitalization program for a few months. I started CBT a few weeks ago. I don't even remember all the different meds I've taken. The hospital might be an escape, but only temporarily. The only reason I'm staying alive is I don't want to hurt my family.
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> I just wanted to vent. I feel awful.
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> I.
Ilene,I'm so sorry. Please try to remember thought that this is a relapse. If it is a relapse, it means you were better at one time and can get better again. On Sunday night, I wanted to die. Now it's Thursday and I'm still not good but I am better. See your pdoc. There's bound to be something you haven't tried. I will pray for you.
Marsha
Posted by gardenergirl on October 6, 2005, at 23:07:14
In reply to Re: Slipping down badly » rjlockhart98, posted by Ilene on October 6, 2005, at 19:56:58
Sorry I don't have more to offer right now.
Take care,
gg
Posted by Ilene on October 6, 2005, at 23:23:16
In reply to Slipping down badly, posted by Ilene on October 5, 2005, at 23:16:55
This is the end of the thread.
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