FORUMS

Connect with people who understand what you are going through, seek advice and surround yourself with support. We're free, anonymous, and professionally moderated 24/7.

  • 47,612Members
  • 1,358,869Posts
  • 1,400,000Visitors
Something’s not right

Changing meds

WIPSenior Contributor

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??

2972 replies

1,501 - 1,510 of 2,972
1...150151152...298

In response to: Changing meds

AnastasiaSenior Contributor

Re: Changing meds

Oh @WIP I'm so sorry 😭

I hear you. I just want to hug you tight

This too will pass hunny 🤗🙏💞

In response to: Changing meds

Emelia8Senior Contributor

Re: Changing meds

Awwww @WIP 😔🌷🌻🐶

Hugs sweetie. 💞

And I will point out that last weeks wins, are not diminished in any way, by this little setback. 💕

In response to: Changing meds

outlanderSenior Contributor

Re: Changing meds

Hearing you @WIP life is crappy sometimes
We're your friends though ❤💙💛💜

In response to: Re: Changing meds

AnastasiaSenior Contributor

Re: Changing meds

@WIP @outlander @Emelia8

In response to: Changing meds

WIPSenior Contributor

Re: Changing meds

Oh he'll ask @Emelia8

I had some small bruises on my cheek when Levi was really little going through his playful/ biting phase - he noticed and straight away asked, what's happened there. I bruise easily.

I look bloody awful!! And falling out of bed is an embarrassing story. I just feel

so deflated today.

Im made my mind up about calling the instructor tomorrow & will also go to the bulk billed GP.

I hope you get some restful sleep tonight. Thanks for answering me when you're not having the best time of it - I do appreciate it

💖💞💖💞

In response to: Re: Changing meds

WIPSenior Contributor

Re: Changing meds

Thanks @Emelia8

Last weeks wins do feel diminished - my life if completely one step forward, two steps back. I'm tired of it, I really am. I'm so lonely. It would have been nice to have someone to help and care for me today, but no, had to try and figure it all out on my own and I don't know if I got using the heat pack right - maybe it should have been ice to stop the bruising coming out so dark.

I don't want to feel so sad anymore. It hurts, it really does 😭😢😭😢

In response to: Re: Changing meds

Emelia8Senior Contributor

Re: Changing meds

Sounds like a good plan @WIP 👍

Sorry I didnt respond sooner ... simply missed your post until you later posted to my thread and apologised for reaching out. Didnt know what you were talking about, so had to go looking.

Please ... never apologise for reaching out when you need to. We are here for each other ... Okay?

Im off to bed now, so will say good night. @WIP @Anastasia @outlander @Eve7 💞💤

In response to: Re: Changing meds

AnastasiaSenior Contributor

Re: Changing meds

Yes it does hurt @WIP

I'm really so so Sorry ❤️❤️😞

@Emelia8 @outlander

In response to: Re: Changing meds

AnastasiaSenior Contributor

Re: Changing meds

Night dear @Emelia8

Sleep well beautiful 🤗

I echo what Em said @WIP 🤗💞

In response to: Re: Changing meds

Eve7Senior Contributor

Re: Changing meds

Can I please give you a big calming hug @WIP

You are s very precious friend and I hope you sleep well tonight. Put ice on your nose hun.

💙🤗💙🤗💙🤗💙🤗💙

1,501 - 1,510 of 2,972
1...150151152...298

SANE Forums is published by SANE with funding from the Australian Government Department of Health.

SANE Forums does not provide crisis support.
If you need immediate assistance, please see available crisis services.

Learn more about SANE and SANE services at sane.org

Back to top
SANE logo
Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care NSQDMH Accreditation logo

Help us push aside the stigma and discrimination surrounding complex mental health and change the way people talk about, and care for, mental illness.

Donate Now
Aboriginal flag
Torres Strait Islander flag
LGBT flag
Transgender flag

SANE acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past and present.

SANE values diversity. We are committed to providing a safe, culturally appropriate, and inclusive service for all people, regardless of their ethnicity, faith, disability, sexuality, or gender identity.

Back to top
SANE logo
Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care NSQDMH Accreditation logo

Help us push aside the stigma and discrimination surrounding complex mental health and change the way people talk about, and care for, mental illness.

Donate Now
Aboriginal flag
Torres Strait Islander flag
LGBT flag
Transgender flag

SANE acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past and present.

SANE values diversity. We are committed to providing a safe, culturally appropriate, and inclusive service for all people, regardless of their ethnicity, faith, disability, sexuality, or gender identity.

SANE is a public company limited by guarantee and registered tax-exempt charity with DGR (Deductible Gift Recipient) status.

Charity ABN 92 006 533 606. Donations of $2 or more are tax deductible. SANE, PO Box 1226, Carlton VIC 3053.