Posted by SLS on May 4, 2004, at 7:00:57
In reply to something I've been pondering today kind of.., posted by NikkiT2 on May 4, 2004, at 6:28:25
> I can feel the depression slipping back in, getting worse.. only the depression, not the suicidal thoughts etc.. just slowly losing interest in everything, stopping caring again.
Do you feel lazy and fatigued? What other differences have you noticed?
> But I refuse to go back down the meds route..
I'm sure you'll know when the time is right to use them again if it becomes necessary. In the meantime, keep monitoring yourself and use all the psychosocial coping tools at your disposal. Maybe keeping a journal would be helpful. It is definitely possible that you won't need medication. Have you ever tried any of the things discussed on the 'alternative' board? Perhaps fish oil would help. The very worst that can happen is that it doesn't, and you are left with healthier coronary arteries. I wish I had a more attractive answer for you. I hope knowing that you don't have to go through this alone is reassuring.
Take care,
Scott
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