Posted by Dinah on December 2, 2002, at 16:42:36
In reply to Thanks Dinah, posted by Greg A. on December 2, 2002, at 8:34:44
I guess the reason I thought my experience is different from yours is that my moods rarely last long, and I haven't had a prolonged major depression since my bout with postpartum depression several years ago. In fact I often say my problem isn't depression at all, although I may be fooling myself a bit with that.
As for medication, I take Klonopin and a very small dose of Depakote (125 mg). Risperdal worked well for the very short time I took it, but like most meds it had the effect of blocking my emotions, and I don't really like that feeling. If I ever have a really bad and longlasting depression I'm sure I'll feel differently.
My mainstay is therapy. I use it to help with emotional regulation, without numbing my emotions. I know it doesn't work well for everyone but it works well enough for me that I don't need to take more meds, and I still have an acceptable quality of life. When they come along with that perfect pill, I don't suppose I'll need it any more. :)
I hope the change in your treatment program brings you some relief.
Dinah
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