how do I stop the thoughts?!-Trigs?
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how do I stop the thoughts?!-Trigs?
| Tue, 12-07-2004 - 6:13pm |
I don't know if there's anything that can be done here, but if anyone can tell me how to stop the racing thoughts I would really appreciate it.



I know exactly where you are coming from. When the racing thoughts started with me I was pg, so I couldn't do anything for 3 months, talk about depressing. One great drug they gave me was risperdal. It is an antipsychotic, which is fancy for major benzo. If the thoughts become too bad, CALL YOUR DOC AND/OR GO TO THE HOSPITAL. I know that is rough, but your doc should call you back immediatly if you are in crisis, if not have someone drop you off at the er, they deal with this all the time, and may be able to give you some ativan to help releve the pain, which I know is emmense. Please let me know how you do, because I have been there and I feel for you.
Kristin
Foggy -
What has helped me (in addition to medication, and I too have used Risperdal when things got bad) is using meditation tapes - Louise Hays in particular - she is SO soothing and calming, and says loving and nurturing things. One of her tapes is good to use when not doing anything (like driving in the car) or when trying to go to sleep (I've never heard the end because i always fall asleep with my headphoness still on!). Another can be played in the background when you are doing other things.
Just one non-medical suggestion (coming from a medical person!)
peace and love,
just_a_big_kid
Sue
peace and love,
just_a_big_kid
Thank you Kristin and Sue.
hey, I'm keeping tack of you on both boards. Please read my response on the other board if you haven't already. DOn't give up the fight. We are rooting for you.
Lots and lots of hugs.
peace and love,
just_a_big_kid
Sue
peace and love,
just_a_big_kid
Hey Traci...I really really hate to say this, but your Risperdal is probably not working if your thoughts are still racing THAT much and just won't stop. Have you talked to your pdoc? I know they're wanting you to go inpatient and you can't do that right now with your job...is there any way you can get a medical leave, or a short term disability? I know its hard, being a single mom...but going inpatient was the only way I got help during my HORRIBLE mixed state. I know how bad it is...I'm so sorry...Hang in there really tightly...and my prayers are with you...
Hugs,
Keli