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redrabbit29 said:
2) I have got my referral for talking therapies now - appointment is next Tuesday
Arrghh, I am such an idiot. I misread the email, it is Tuesday 28th February. Can't believe I have to wait so long, some days I feel close to breaking point - today I feel okish though.About 6 days ago I completed an online thing to ask Doctor to call me about Depression (they don't allow you to call for this). The email from them said they'd call within 24 hours. 5 days later they hadn't called. My partner called on my behalf and was caller number 68. Waited around 90 minutes to be told I am on the list for the Doctor to call that same day.
Thankfully the Doctor did call late afternoon and was very understanding. She prescribed 50mg Sertraline which I take once per day and started that this morning.
Yesterday was an awful day for no real reason to be honest. I slept well last night as I was just exhausted.
My Health Rating today: C (better than some other days)
sutoka said:
Was feeling very down last week, just over 4 years waiting for spinal fusion
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Unfortunately it's not as simple as going for run or walk as my mobility is extremely limited. Spend most of my week staring at four walls of my house. Pre injury I played 5-a-side a few times a week, driving range and tinkered with my motors. Now I've gone from that to being able to do very little.
Aw mate I am really sorry to read all of that. To be so physically limited must be incredibly frustrating and limiting. Especially as most books I have read and videos seem to bang on so much about getting out and walking, exercising etc. ...
Unfortunately it's not as simple as going for run or walk as my mobility is extremely limited. Spend most of my week staring at four walls of my house. Pre injury I played 5-a-side a few times a week, driving range and tinkered with my motors. Now I've gone from that to being able to do very little.
Are you a member of any other groups at all? I have joined a Depression group on Facebook and it's quite comforting some of the posts to hear others are also finding things tough. I am conscious not to overdo this as it can be an unhealthy thing I think to just surround yourself entirely by depressing posts and people in crisis. But when I have a bad moment or want to just reach out it's nice to know it is there.
redrabbit29 said:
Arrghh, I am such an idiot. I misread the email, it is Tuesday 28th February. Can't believe I have to wait so long, some days I feel close to breaking point - today I feel okish though.
About 6 days ago I completed an online thing to ask Doctor to call me about Depression (they don't allow you to call for this). The email from them said they'd call within 24 hours. 5 days later they hadn't called. My partner called on my behalf and was caller number 68. Waited around 90 minutes to be told I am on the list for the Doctor to call that same day.
Thankfully the Doctor did call late afternoon and was very understanding. She prescribed 50mg Sertraline which I take once per day and started that this morning.
Yesterday was an awful day for no real reason to be honest. I slept well last night as I was just exhausted.
My Health Rating today: C (better than some other days)
There's a separate thread running on Sertraline that you might want to read. The first couple of weeks can be rather "odd" but try to remember you're on a journey and ensure you at least see the steps through to validate whether or not it helps you before making any changes (including dose, your doctor hopefully explained that they will review dosage depending on how you get on). Took about 4-5 weeks for me before I felt 'settled' on sertraline so you do need to give it a chance.About 6 days ago I completed an online thing to ask Doctor to call me about Depression (they don't allow you to call for this). The email from them said they'd call within 24 hours. 5 days later they hadn't called. My partner called on my behalf and was caller number 68. Waited around 90 minutes to be told I am on the list for the Doctor to call that same day.
Thankfully the Doctor did call late afternoon and was very understanding. She prescribed 50mg Sertraline which I take once per day and started that this morning.
Yesterday was an awful day for no real reason to be honest. I slept well last night as I was just exhausted.
My Health Rating today: C (better than some other days)
redrabbit29 said:
sutoka said:
Was feeling very down last week, just over 4 years waiting for spinal fusion
...
Unfortunately it's not as simple as going for run or walk as my mobility is extremely limited. Spend most of my week staring at four walls of my house. Pre injury I played 5-a-side a few times a week, driving range and tinkered with my motors. Now I've gone from that to being able to do very little.
Aw mate I am really sorry to read all of that. To be so physically limited must be incredibly frustrating and limiting. Especially as most books I have read and videos seem to bang on so much about getting out and walking, exercising etc. ...
Unfortunately it's not as simple as going for run or walk as my mobility is extremely limited. Spend most of my week staring at four walls of my house. Pre injury I played 5-a-side a few times a week, driving range and tinkered with my motors. Now I've gone from that to being able to do very little.
Are you a member of any other groups at all? I have joined a Depression group on Facebook and it's quite comforting some of the posts to hear others are also finding things tough. I am conscious not to overdo this as it can be an unhealthy thing I think to just surround yourself entirely by depressing posts and people in crisis. But when I have a bad moment or want to just reach out it's nice to know it is there.
My depression I'm convinced is completely situational, the fact that one day in December I went from perfectly fit and healthy to being albeit temporarily disabled. It's like I'm in some medical no mans land, I was told 6 weeks by the first GP I saw back in December 2018. Never did I think at I'd be in my mid 30's and still waiting over 4 years later. Sick to death of the excuses from my solicitor, GP's, consultants, medical legal. Covid was the go-to excuse for two years. Now they've run out of excuses and I've run out of patience.
50mg sertraline is working amazingly well. I've had a much better few days.
Side effects:
Toilet issues has got better. I now eat a banana and then the tablet after
Stiff jaw but that may be just tension
Tiredness - quite bad around midday. I may do what others do and take it a night, or do 25mg/25mg at opposite times of the day. It does pass eventually and I've heard others say it goes away after 2-4 week.
..
Weird one is the inability to cry. I lost my Dad recently and with everything else going on I sometimes have a bit of a cry. Yesterday was just nothing, couldn't even feel the physical ability to very. Crazy
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Last night I was wondering if it's even working. Maybe I'm just feeling better? Woke up this morning and stomach full of knots so that tells me I definitely still need it
I am quite certain now I'm far more anxious than depressed. Probably 80/20
So far so good though
Side effects:
Toilet issues has got better. I now eat a banana and then the tablet after
Stiff jaw but that may be just tension
Tiredness - quite bad around midday. I may do what others do and take it a night, or do 25mg/25mg at opposite times of the day. It does pass eventually and I've heard others say it goes away after 2-4 week.
..
Weird one is the inability to cry. I lost my Dad recently and with everything else going on I sometimes have a bit of a cry. Yesterday was just nothing, couldn't even feel the physical ability to very. Crazy
...
Last night I was wondering if it's even working. Maybe I'm just feeling better? Woke up this morning and stomach full of knots so that tells me I definitely still need it
I am quite certain now I'm far more anxious than depressed. Probably 80/20
So far so good though
redrabbit29 said:
50mg sertraline is working amazingly well. I've had a much better few days.
Side effects:
Toilet issues has got better. I now eat a banana and then the tablet after
Stiff jaw but that may be just tension
Tiredness - quite bad around midday. I may do what others do and take it a night, or do 25mg/25mg at opposite times of the day. It does pass eventually and I've heard others say it goes away after 2-4 week.
..
Weird one is the inability to cry. I lost my Dad recently and with everything else going on I sometimes have a bit of a cry. Yesterday was just nothing, couldn't even feel the physical ability to very. Crazy
...
Last night I was wondering if it's even working. Maybe I'm just feeling better? Woke up this morning and stomach full of knots so that tells me I definitely still need it
I am quite certain now I'm far more anxious than depressed. Probably 80/20
So far so good though
Good to hear it's helping you along. It's not a quick process to get yourself out of the hole and ultimately you need to deal with the situation/thought process that got you there in the first place. Side effects:
Toilet issues has got better. I now eat a banana and then the tablet after
Stiff jaw but that may be just tension
Tiredness - quite bad around midday. I may do what others do and take it a night, or do 25mg/25mg at opposite times of the day. It does pass eventually and I've heard others say it goes away after 2-4 week.
..
Weird one is the inability to cry. I lost my Dad recently and with everything else going on I sometimes have a bit of a cry. Yesterday was just nothing, couldn't even feel the physical ability to very. Crazy
...
Last night I was wondering if it's even working. Maybe I'm just feeling better? Woke up this morning and stomach full of knots so that tells me I definitely still need it
I am quite certain now I'm far more anxious than depressed. Probably 80/20
So far so good though
The stiff jaw is probably tension, one of the noted side effects is teeth grinding (which I did before starting it anyway so I know your pain!). If you're aware of it you should notice when you're clamping that jaw together and can force yourself to relax.
The lack of range of emotion is certainly an issue, and is a reason why lots of people end up giving up with drugs like sertraline but just focus on this is a small phase of your life, you will get through it and you will get back to a new normal where you are better able to cope with the ups and downs of life.
I'm in a similar anxiety related position to yourself at the moment, please do feel free to message me if you'd like to chat offline.
redrabbit29 said:
50mg sertraline is working amazingly well. I've had a much better few days.
Side effects:
Toilet issues has got better. I now eat a banana and then the tablet after
Stiff jaw but that may be just tension
Tiredness - quite bad around midday. I may do what others do and take it a night, or do 25mg/25mg at opposite times of the day. It does pass eventually and I've heard others say it goes away after 2-4 week.
..
Weird one is the inability to cry. I lost my Dad recently and with everything else going on I sometimes have a bit of a cry. Yesterday was just nothing, couldn't even feel the physical ability to very. Crazy
...
Last night I was wondering if it's even working. Maybe I'm just feeling better? Woke up this morning and stomach full of knots so that tells me I definitely still need it
I am quite certain now I'm far more anxious than depressed. Probably 80/20
So far so good though
Great to hear you're starting to feel less anxious. Bear in mind that you're still in the early stages of taking the drug and it can take 4 weeks to fully settle down, so you may have days where you feel overly happy, numb, tired, emotional, or anxious. Don't let these put you off, stay the course for at least 4 weeks and then start to review where you are.Side effects:
Toilet issues has got better. I now eat a banana and then the tablet after
Stiff jaw but that may be just tension
Tiredness - quite bad around midday. I may do what others do and take it a night, or do 25mg/25mg at opposite times of the day. It does pass eventually and I've heard others say it goes away after 2-4 week.
..
Weird one is the inability to cry. I lost my Dad recently and with everything else going on I sometimes have a bit of a cry. Yesterday was just nothing, couldn't even feel the physical ability to very. Crazy
...
Last night I was wondering if it's even working. Maybe I'm just feeling better? Woke up this morning and stomach full of knots so that tells me I definitely still need it
I am quite certain now I'm far more anxious than depressed. Probably 80/20
So far so good though
You'll presumably need a repeat prescription at that point, which may require another appointment with your GP? Now is the time to book this. Try to get it a few days before your current pills run out to give you time to get your next lot and avoid missing any days in the gap between prescriptions.
Peanut Gallery said:
Hows everyone doing?
SAD lamp helped me out over winter, so managing my own without meds.
Has anyone been able to convince someone else to go see a doc about their depression? - They keep saying "Depression is a head issue, doctors only fix broken bones and things like that"
You could ask their permission to submit a form to the doctor. Could start with a phonecall and go from there. Ultimately if someone won’t engage or consent then you are limited and people are free to do what they want.SAD lamp helped me out over winter, so managing my own without meds.
Has anyone been able to convince someone else to go see a doc about their depression? - They keep saying "Depression is a head issue, doctors only fix broken bones and things like that"
Peanut Gallery said:
Hows everyone doing?
SAD lamp helped me out over winter, so managing my own without meds.
Has anyone been able to convince someone else to go see a doc about their depression? - They keep saying "Depression is a head issue, doctors only fix broken bones and things like that"
A good friends of mine has really let themselves go over the last few years. And this has accelerated markedly this year - it's only April!SAD lamp helped me out over winter, so managing my own without meds.
Has anyone been able to convince someone else to go see a doc about their depression? - They keep saying "Depression is a head issue, doctors only fix broken bones and things like that"
I've tried to send them tests and talk about their behaviour and their kids (it is affecting the kids). They are completely unwilling to cooperate. Both them and their partner are highly introverted and it is amazing they even came across each other in the first place. Concerned about the kids ending up the same as their parents, but I don't think they will listen.
Have a depressed family member. Been single their whole lives due to a number of mental health issues and bad personality. They are on medication, but they have not done anything to improve themselves physically, emotionally and mentally. Will be a medicated journey to the end.
Peanut Gallery said:
Hows everyone doing?
SAD lamp helped me out over winter, so managing my own without meds.
Has anyone been able to convince someone else to go see a doc about their depression? - They keep saying "Depression is a head issue, doctors only fix broken bones and things like that"
I had a rubbish few days, but somehow managed to turn it around today and had a great day and feeling a lot better about everything.SAD lamp helped me out over winter, so managing my own without meds.
Has anyone been able to convince someone else to go see a doc about their depression? - They keep saying "Depression is a head issue, doctors only fix broken bones and things like that"
Peanut Gallery said:
Hows everyone doing?
SAD lamp helped me out over winter, so managing my own without meds.
Has anyone been able to convince someone else to go see a doc about their depression? - They keep saying "Depression is a head issue, doctors only fix broken bones and things like that"
I've not had a brilliant month or so. Been struggling to get to the gym since the end of February owing to essay and general degree stress. Had issues with self confidence and life expectations too, especially after a big birthday. I'm getting there slowly, I'm having regular counselling, but it's still tough. I've been really erratic with getting out of bed in the morning too. Yesterday, no issue. Today, I was awake but struggled to find the compulsion to get up. It's a tough nut to crack for me recently. Anyone else struggle to get out of bed in the morning? What tips do you have? SAD lamp helped me out over winter, so managing my own without meds.
Has anyone been able to convince someone else to go see a doc about their depression? - They keep saying "Depression is a head issue, doctors only fix broken bones and things like that"
Michael
Got4wheels said:
Peanut Gallery said:
Hows everyone doing?
SAD lamp helped me out over winter, so managing my own without meds.
Has anyone been able to convince someone else to go see a doc about their depression? - They keep saying "Depression is a head issue, doctors only fix broken bones and things like that"
I've not had a brilliant month or so. Been struggling to get to the gym since the end of February owing to essay and general degree stress. Had issues with self confidence and life expectations too, especially after a big birthday. I'm getting there slowly, I'm having regular counselling, but it's still tough. I've been really erratic with getting out of bed in the morning too. Yesterday, no issue. Today, I was awake but struggled to find the compulsion to get up. It's a tough nut to crack for me recently. Anyone else struggle to get out of bed in the morning? What tips do you have? SAD lamp helped me out over winter, so managing my own without meds.
Has anyone been able to convince someone else to go see a doc about their depression? - They keep saying "Depression is a head issue, doctors only fix broken bones and things like that"
Michael
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-6521...
Paul Cattermole: S Club 7 star dies aged 46
Just thought i would post. I think it shows how some do have it tough. He obviously was decent bloke but struggled in many areas, and very sad really.
Paul Cattermole: S Club 7 star dies aged 46
Just thought i would post. I think it shows how some do have it tough. He obviously was decent bloke but struggled in many areas, and very sad really.
youngsyr said:
Got4wheels said:
Peanut Gallery said:
Hows everyone doing?
SAD lamp helped me out over winter, so managing my own without meds.
Has anyone been able to convince someone else to go see a doc about their depression? - They keep saying "Depression is a head issue, doctors only fix broken bones and things like that"
I've not had a brilliant month or so. Been struggling to get to the gym since the end of February owing to essay and general degree stress. Had issues with self confidence and life expectations too, especially after a big birthday. I'm getting there slowly, I'm having regular counselling, but it's still tough. I've been really erratic with getting out of bed in the morning too. Yesterday, no issue. Today, I was awake but struggled to find the compulsion to get up. It's a tough nut to crack for me recently. Anyone else struggle to get out of bed in the morning? What tips do you have? SAD lamp helped me out over winter, so managing my own without meds.
Has anyone been able to convince someone else to go see a doc about their depression? - They keep saying "Depression is a head issue, doctors only fix broken bones and things like that"
Michael
How's everyone doing?
I've been on a bit of a downward spiral in the last few months. Anxiety is up, feelings of hopelessness are almost constant. I feel like I'm slowly withdrawing from the world. Not constantly and there are days or weeks that are better, but the overall trend has been downwards.
Despite the above I still maintain hope that it'll turn around though. I hope you guys are doing better though
I've been on a bit of a downward spiral in the last few months. Anxiety is up, feelings of hopelessness are almost constant. I feel like I'm slowly withdrawing from the world. Not constantly and there are days or weeks that are better, but the overall trend has been downwards.
Despite the above I still maintain hope that it'll turn around though. I hope you guys are doing better though
deadtom said:
How's everyone doing?
I've been on a bit of a downward spiral in the last few months. Anxiety is up, feelings of hopelessness are almost constant. I feel like I'm slowly withdrawing from the world. Not constantly and there are days or weeks that are better, but the overall trend has been downwards.
Despite the above I still maintain hope that it'll turn around though. I hope you guys are doing better though
Similar. I think it's a combination of the weather, the shorter days and the 'back to school' blues. I think exercising daily is helping me stay on an even keel.I've been on a bit of a downward spiral in the last few months. Anxiety is up, feelings of hopelessness are almost constant. I feel like I'm slowly withdrawing from the world. Not constantly and there are days or weeks that are better, but the overall trend has been downwards.
Despite the above I still maintain hope that it'll turn around though. I hope you guys are doing better though
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