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Posted by JulieK on March 9, 2000, at 0:15:33
I admire those who can go back into the workplace, any workplace, and "work". I am a 46 year female and have suffered from major chronic depression for more then 2 years. I have tried a number of antidepressants as well as Lithium. My Physchiatrist now has me on Effexor and Zyprexa (yes an antipsychotic, mind altering drug). I have had perhaps a few weeks during the past 2 years where I have felt "OK". I am hoping this combination will help. Even so I am doubtful that I will be able to go back into a workplace because my initial stressor came from the workplace. I am so scared. I have lost all my skills in the past 2 years as well as confidence and self esteem. After all who wants to hire a middle aged woman like this. I think though I could come to terms with this (money not an issue) but am still worried about new medication. Does anyone know of mind altering drugs being used with Effexor for depression? My Dr. says next may need "Shock treatment" Please help?
Posted by saint james on March 9, 2000, at 11:39:30
In reply to Workplace for me?, posted by JulieK on March 9, 2000, at 0:15:33
> I admire those who can go back into the workplace, any workplace, and "work". I am a 46 year female and have suffered from major chronic depression for more then 2 years. I have tried a number of antidepressants as well as Lithium. My Physchiatrist now has me on Effexor and Zyprexa (yes an antipsychotic, mind altering drug). I have had perhaps a few weeks during the past 2 years where I have felt "OK". I am hoping this combination will help. Even so I am doubtful that I will be able to go back into a workplace because my initial stressor came from the workplace. I am so scared. I have lost all my skills in the past 2 years as well as confidence and self esteem. After all who wants to hire a middle aged woman like this. I think though I could come to terms with this (money not an issue) but am still worried about new medication. Does anyone know of mind altering drugs being used with Effexor for depression? My Dr. says next may need "Shock treatment" Please help?
James here....
All the AD's are mind altering meds.
j
Posted by MA on March 9, 2000, at 11:52:39
In reply to Workplace for me?, posted by JulieK on March 9, 2000, at 0:15:33
I have had depression since I was in my teens. That was more than 20 years ago and many, many AD's later.
I still struggle with my ability to work and make money. Right now I'm working part time but I always question my ability to continue working since I'm never sure how long my depression will stay under control. Right when I achieve a certain level of accomplishment my depression rears it's ugly head and I fail again.
I left a job 2 years ago and haven't worked full time since. I do wish that I didn't have to so that's why I'm working part time.
I certainly am not where I should be as far as a career goes. I would be happy to stay at home if money was not an issue. Since it is, there is that added pressure to go out and find a job, make money and stick with a job that really isn't that great. It is just about helping to support myself.
I'm not sure if I am better off since I have to push myself to take jobs only for the money. But as much as I would like to stay home and veg, my therapist insists that I need to work for my own feelings of self esteem and to contribute to the relationship (I'm married) financially.
My husband makes OK money but certainly not enough for us to live on comfortably.
Sorry for rambling but I can understand where you are coming from with the exception of "money isn't an issue". I'm resentful of those that don't have to work.During my worst depressions I thought I would end up dead or homeless. Such a dark period. It took my about 2 years to find a drug(s) that worked. I too was contemplating ECT and thought I was close to the end of any hope.
I hope you find the light very soon.
MA
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