works for me

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Registered: 05-19-2005
works for me
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Tue, 06-21-2005 - 5:20am
I've never taken any medication for anxiety or depression, but would qualify to be on 'em - I've dealt with gang rape, a vicious custody battle, S/O in prison and I put him there, sisters death ... and so on - instead I feel that good health: eating right, sleep, excercise ... is
     

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Registered: 03-11-2004
In reply to: fastlaine05
Tue, 06-21-2005 - 9:11am
Here, here! I think you're on to something:) I am so glad that you have found that balance in life. If it ain't broke, don't fix it. LOL My anxiety usually surfaces when I am off schedule or don't get my proper rest. But, there have been times that finding my way back to *normalcy* required meds to get me there. Wishing you continued success! (((hugs))) jan



 

 


 



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Registered: 05-19-2005
In reply to: fastlaine05
Wed, 06-22-2005 - 1:56am
Hey Jan, I'm such a 'lightweight' when it comes to professional treatments on this board that I get skipped over ... I don't think I fit in - and I'm definitely not interested in meds.
     
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Registered: 04-18-2003
In reply to: fastlaine05
Wed, 06-22-2005 - 9:51am

Lanie, I think it's so great that you can do that. I wish I had your strength. I suffered through anxiety for many years and used nothing. When I had a major negative event in my life my anxiety and major panic just spiraled out of control & the xanax was a lifesaver. I hope to get to where you are. I think that's wonderful. I have a hard time keeping my head clear, I relive my past alot and my brain works overtime, even when I'm sleeping. If you have anxiety, you fit in. We all cope in different ways & it's great to share with others, your personal experiences & triumphs!

Sheri Ann

Sheri Ann

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Registered: 01-17-2001
In reply to: fastlaine05
Wed, 06-22-2005 - 10:27am

Lanie,


That is great that you don't have to use and meds.


For me the meds are making me feel better and making my head feel more clear.


If you have a headache do you take tylenol? If you break a leg do you get a cast put on?


For me taking meds fo anxiety is the same principal. I belive that I have a chemical imbalance in my brain, the only way for me to fix that is to take meds to regulate it.


Of couse I understand your choice not to take meds but on the other had I don't believe for one minute that

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Registered: 05-19-2005
In reply to: fastlaine05
Wed, 06-22-2005 - 8:43pm
Oh definitely I could've used meds when I was gang raped ... or when my beautiful sister was killed in a car accident ... and CURRENTLY they would be great for my anxiety during a year-long deployment of my fiance - I don't know of any worse traumas to go thru, but I choose to go the health route (eating right, excercise and so on)
     
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Registered: 01-17-2001
In reply to: fastlaine05
Wed, 06-22-2005 - 8:51pm

I also choose to go the health route, I eat well, exercise every day, take a multivitamin, and am not overweight. STILL

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Registered: 12-08-2004
In reply to: fastlaine05
Wed, 06-22-2005 - 8:52pm
I dont care what anyone says, I NEED medication. No matter how many miles I ran, how many salads I would eat, or no matter how much sleep I would get, it doesnt matter, I would still not be able to breathe properly, have feelings of impending doom, go numb all over, have hot flashes, sit in my bed in terror every night. I am glad that your depression and anxiety is circumstantial, obviously you have gone through a lot, but some people around here actually have an imbalance that needs to be fixed by medication. I have a great life, supportive parents, nice house, no deaths no rape, nothing. I just physically need medication to go on. I know you say no offense, but I would be careful because a lot of people on here do NEED medication and to tell them that they don't need it, they just need a healthier lifestyle and happy thoughts, is a huge slap in the face. If it were that easy, none of us would be here.
-Katie
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Registered: 05-12-2003
In reply to: fastlaine05
Thu, 06-23-2005 - 8:34am

I completely agree with Katie and Heather! it's great that you can deal with your anxiety through a healthy lifestyle. However, keep in mind that just like any disease there are different severities of anxiety. There have been times in my life when my anxiety was mild enough to deal with without medication, while others times I needed medication to get through the day. I am not disputing that you have gone through many difficult and unfortunate life events and trials, but there are people on this board who are dealing with very severe anxiety. Also, I think this view can be somewhat dangerous because it perpetuates the stereotype that mental illness is "all in your head". there are biological and genetic factors that contribute to mental illness, and often they are completely our of our control.
and btw, i run 6 miles a day and eat healthy, am a full time graduate student and still need medication.

Mia

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Registered: 05-18-2005
In reply to: fastlaine05
Thu, 06-23-2005 - 9:09am
Hi Laine, I too was one who didn't like taking medication. However, my pdoc told me that after everything that I had been through in the last 4 years.....5 family deaths, granddaughter diagnosed with Juvenile Diabetes, daughter-in=law with cancer, then a separation for my son and daughter-in-law, that my body just re-acted with full blown anxiety. After my panic attack that sent me to the ER......I decided I needed something to help me. I do eat healthy, exercise all the time.....and try to do without my Xanax. But there are some days when it's a must. Just like my pdoc said, it you had pneumonia you would take an antibiotic.....so why won't you take this med. Anxiety is an illness and hopefully I will be able to stop my meds soon. But for now..... Jan
Jan
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Registered: 05-19-2005
In reply to: fastlaine05
Fri, 06-24-2005 - 2:46am
Hi Heather, I don't know anything about chemical imbalances ... ummm, my Uncle might have had one - I know my anxiety comes from external traumas in my life and so I don't take the meds.
     

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