Posted by Sulpicia on March 21, 2001, at 16:59:32
In reply to Looking for answers, posted by Snuffy on March 21, 2001, at 12:58:48
> Hi--
Yes, I think there is more. But it has to be defined and pursued with a vengeance.
What you seem to be describing at the end of your post is depression that's only partially
in remission. Unless your leaving out decades of your life, you've not really had a chance
to explore the other options available.There are literally a ton of meds, and combinations thereof. If you are really unhappy with
the way you feel, as you seem to be, you might want to think about finding a pdoc who really
knows the meds. Against this you need to weigh the possible down side-- it's almost certain to
take time and cost $$$. Only you know if you could function while waiting for meds to work.
Other things to consider are a *really* good talking therapist, regular aerobic exercise [don't
snicker, it's a better high that you can buy and lasts for hours], nutrition, meditiation etc.Things can get better, but it's hard work. And of course the depression doesn't want you to do
anything. Ugh.One place to start is to ask you pdoc to do a depression inventory on you right now. It's helpful
to have solid data to work with. It's also really difficult for the pdoc to say everything is hunky-dory too.Good luck and I hope you feel better soon.
S.
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thread:57063
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