It's starting all over again

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Registered: 01-20-2006
It's starting all over again
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Thu, 02-09-2006 - 4:46pm
I'm feeling my life spiral out of control. I have dealt w/ anxiety/depression over the last 4 years or so. I have been on celexa, wellbutrin and effexor but not for a few years. I have had good luck w/ them as far as anxiety but then the sexual side affects start up and then me and my husband start fighting and I normally end up getting off the medicine.
But lately.....my stomach has been in knots again. Life has been getting to me. My kids are driving me over the edge. Even at times when really they aren't doing much of anything I'm losing it. I'm screaming at them and just getting so mad (even if I don't verbalize it)
I really don't know where to turn...what to do....any advise?
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Registered: 03-11-2004
Thu, 02-09-2006 - 6:41pm

Hello & welcome to our caring community. You are NOT alone. We're all works in progress here attempting to find the balance in life with meds/therapy/coping skills. You sound miserable & @ the end of your tether. I am sorry to hear that.


There are meds without sexual side effects. In fact, sometimes we think the meds are the culprit, but depression can extinguish our desire in the bedroom. The older AD's such as the tricyclics have value. Doctor's still prescribe them. Tofranil & elavil come to mind. Therapy helps as well. We sometimes need that time with an objective person who can point us to better ways of living through various coping techniques. I just saw my *t* yesterday & felt alot better

 

 


 



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Registered: 03-22-2003
Thu, 02-09-2006 - 9:10pm

I'm sorry to hear your anxiety is back :(

Sheri Ann

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Registered: 03-22-2003
Thu, 02-09-2006 - 11:36pm

I'm glad you made chat!

Sheri Ann

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Registered: 12-05-2005
Fri, 02-10-2006 - 10:03am

Hi I haven't introduce myself I am lynn and I am sorry I must come after you had left in

chat

last night. Boy I remember those times and one of my triggers is my dh I love him to

death....he just doesn't understand the PA or anxety thing, He has gotton better tho,but

hey I guess unless you are there than how can you understand.. I decide I was going to

take care of me first and then him, I know that might sound selfish,but if I can't get

myself under control than what is the point? I wouldn't be good to him or anyone. I hope

you will feel better soon and the ladies here will give alot of good advice. Let us know

ok the update and again welcome..
(((BIG HUGS)))

LYNN

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Registered: 03-11-2004
Mon, 02-20-2006 - 6:01pm
Hi! Just wanted to let you know that we're thinking of you. Wondering if you made any decisions with the meds dilemma. Don't forget chat tomorrow evening. Sheri Ann should be back. Maybe I'll get a chance to meet you:) Good luck! (((hugs))) jan


 

 


 



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Registered: 01-20-2006
Tue, 02-21-2006 - 7:49am
I decided not to get back on medicine. I have started to go to a counselor/psychiatrist once a week. I only have 20 visits with my insurance that are covered so we'll see how that works. I went to my first one yesterday it's too soon to tell if it will help. My life is so wacked out I kinda rambled on about so many different things nothing was really said to help me yet.
She said it sounds like I have some ADD and or OCD tendencies in some of the things I mention. The constant worrying etc.
She told me to get on a B12 vitamin for stress so I'll probably try that.
I probably won't make it to chat tonight as me and my dh are trying to watch the DVD's of the 1st Lost season to get caught up this week.
Thanks for asking about me and I'll definitely be around.
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Registered: 03-11-2004
Tue, 02-21-2006 - 8:46am

Thanks for the update. It's always good to hear that our members decide to be proactive & confront their issues with counseling. It isn't always easy, but it's helpful. You know that we'll support you in the no meds decision. There are others who have chosen that path & done well. Good luck to you! The B vitamins have been discussed in a positive light. It seems they are effective in general wellness. Let us know how you feel on them. Have a great time watching the series. Since I'm holed up with my bum toe, I have 3 foreign films on my must-see list. Can't wait to hit the sofa!