diagnosed/ happy thoughts

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Registered: 07-10-2006
diagnosed/ happy thoughts
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Fri, 07-21-2006 - 11:57am

Well, I got my diagnosis yesterday :) I went to see the psychiatrist. I FEEL SO MUCH BETTER HAVING A NAME! I was diagnosed with Panic Disorder. thats a lot better than all the what if'ing and self diagnosis (I had so many things according to me ). I can work with this.

I feel SO MUCH BETTER right now. I know its hour by hour... but Praise God I am feeling good right this minute! and Im going to write it down, so that in bad moments, I will remember that there is a light to look forward to. my derealization and depersonalization is very little right now, almost gone :)

I hope you all are having a good Friday! what a network of great women here! I prayed for sisterhood and understanding with the PA, and you were put in front of me. THANK YOU!

smile today.. even if its a little forced. because you make a difference, you help and support and put relief into others when none can be found.

ps. im still trying the panic away technique.. I do like it. and its working I think..i am however flicking myself in the knuckles to stop the negative thoughts. per my therapist. makes me feel a little funny like im reprimanding myself, but hey.. its working too. :)

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Registered: 05-27-2003
Fri, 07-21-2006 - 12:18pm

i'm glad that you are getting some relief...good for you:)

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Registered: 07-10-2006
Fri, 07-21-2006 - 12:27pm

Well, about the meds.... i have xanax.. but have only taken a half of one ONCE! and that was pretty much forced on me when my Mom came by on one of my "im losing it" days. shes a nurse.. and stayed with me while i was on it. :)

They have prescribed me effexor. but because of my control issues and fear of meds.. the pyschiatrist wants me to break open the capsules and take just 5 -10 little balls today, then up it by 5 balls tomorrow.. and so on..until im up to a whole capsule.. then eventually two capsules a day, which is only 35 mgs i think..this is so I wont be as sensitive to the side effects. I feel so good right now.. i just dont want to take it! but I know i should. i feel the side effects, even if there arent any.. so im starting with dust! lol which if i feel a side effect, I will know its just me getting worked up.. because 5 little ballies arent going to do that. lol

do any of you have experience on effexor. no real weight gain right?

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Registered: 04-07-2003
Fri, 07-21-2006 - 3:56pm
Hi MOM GOOD NEWS is great to hear!! I am glad you feel
better! If you need us you know where to come--- GOOD LUCK! Judy
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Registered: 04-18-2003
Fri, 07-21-2006 - 4:00pm

I think it is absolutely awesome that your doc is working with you and letting you start your Effexor like this!

Sheri Ann

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Registered: 03-22-2003
Fri, 07-21-2006 - 4:02pm

I am so glad you found us!

Sheri Ann

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Registered: 03-11-2004
Fri, 07-21-2006 - 5:17pm
I know how reassuring it can be to finally have everything in order. Having that diagnosis & knowing what you're facing is a big relief! Good luck to you. Have a great weekend! (((hugs))) jan