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Changing meds

WIPSenior Contributor15 July 2020, 11:14 am AEST

Changing meds

Hi. I battled MDD & acute anxiety nearly all of my adult life. I've been on numerous different SSRIs, SRNIs, antipsychotics, tried rTMS & ECT. Am addicted to a benzo for my anxiety.

I am in the process of swapping out from a SRNI to a MAOI and the wash out period is hell. I really don't think I'm going to make it. This is the darkest place I have ever been.
I have no family support, honestly no friends, not able to work & are completely isolated.

i don't feel my medical team actually care much anymore, they are overwhelmed by new clients because of covid.

i hardly sleep, but the last thing in my mind before I do, is how much I want to die. It's the first thought of the day when I wake up.

what if this new medication doesn't work either??

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WIPSenior Contributor17 Jan 2021, 2:03 pm AEDT

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Hi lovely @BPDSurvivor

Good to hear from you, it sounds as though you've been busy. I hope you're keeping your head above water ok.

The first class was on Wednesday and I enjoyed it. First half was really meet n greet, going over policies etc. Second half was the Wise Mind. I recall you posting about it in your DBT thread.

i have homework to do, but haven't been in the right mindset to fully concentrate. I hope I get my act together soon, so I can complete it.

Hugs,

WIP

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WIPSenior Contributor17 Jan 2021, 5:29 pm AEDT

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Anyone around @Anastasia @Emelia8

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outlanderSenior Contributor17 Jan 2021, 8:55 pm AEDT

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hey @WIP im around for a while if youd like to talk?

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Emelia8Senior Contributor17 Jan 2021, 9:00 pm AEDT

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Oh goodness @WIP ... I am so sorry ... I missed your post earlier. It must have been about 6pm, at which I was busy doing dinner. I simply didnt see it. I am really sorry. I suspect @Anastasia also missed it?

Anyway Im here now ... Is there anyrhing I can help you with?

Ems 💕

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AnastasiaSenior Contributor17 Jan 2021, 9:12 pm AEDT

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Thank you @Emelia8 💞

Yes @WIP I don't see your tag. I'm so sorry. I'm here for you 👀👂💞

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AnastasiaSenior Contributor17 Jan 2021, 9:17 pm AEDT

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@WIP @Emelia8 @outlander @outlander @BPDSurvivor @Eve7

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WIPSenior Contributor17 Jan 2021, 9:55 pm AEDT

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It's alright @Emelia8 @outlander @Anastasia

Juat another bad day and the bruises around my eyes have developed further. I think I need to go to the doctor as the bridge of my nose is swollen and sore when I move it from side to side. I've still got the bump on my forehead too.

I know I'm being vain, but I don't want to go to my psychiatrist & DBT class looking like this on Wednesday. I'm so embarrassed and ashamed.

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WIPSenior Contributor17 Jan 2021, 9:59 pm AEDT

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Thanks ladies. I shouldn't be bothering you with my pathetic little issues compared to what you have on your plates @Anastasia @Emelia8 @outlander

Just going to try and stop crying & get some sleep. My head hurts a lot tho

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outlanderSenior Contributor17 Jan 2021, 9:59 pm AEDT

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that doesnt sound very good @WIP
how has this happened (you dont have to say of course)
it sounds like your nose is broken and def worth getting checked out

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AnastasiaSenior Contributor17 Jan 2021, 9:59 pm AEDT

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Oh sweetheart I'm sorry.

Would ice help?

@WIP

@Emelia8 @outlander

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