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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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AnastasiaSenior Contributor28 Jan 2021, 9:08 am AEDT

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So good to see you @WIP

Came on specially to see if you are here. My life would not be the same without you, you've got this. I'm pleased you will discuss last night and be able to move forward. Love you L 🙏🌸🧚💕

Big hugs to Levi sorry he wasn't well last night xox 🐕🐾🙏💕

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WIPSenior Contributor28 Jan 2021, 9:17 am AEDT

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Lovely message from you @Anastasia - thank you!

I don't know if I've got this, but I am trying. I keep trying, but keep getting knocked down I feel.
I hope my effort pays off soon.

I'm already in tears this morning, and it's only just gone 9am....

Thank you for being you. I so look forward to hearing from you. I hope you are doing ok.

L & Levi

💞🐾💞

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travellerSenior Contributor28 Jan 2021, 9:18 am AEDT

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Hi again @WIP , i'm glad you are able to expres yourself about this experience and in my opinion and experience is that talking it over usually reselves the issue. keep being brave. all will be okay i'm sure. The main Sane team are on at 10am and they will discuss with you then. Try and do some of your relxation techniques. Take care of yourself. Cheers Traveller

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WIPSenior Contributor28 Jan 2021, 9:20 am AEDT

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Thank you for your kindness this morning @traveller . It means a lot..

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DaisydreamerSenior Contributor28 Jan 2021, 10:08 am AEDT

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Hi @WIP

It's Daisydreamer here, one of the Community Managers. It sounds like you were sitting with some really painful feelings last night, and were doing what you could to get through the night, including reaching out for help online and offline. I can see from the response from the community that there are so many people here who care about your safety and wellbeing.

We are sorry to hear the hurt that you have been feeling. As @traveller mentioned, you are welcome to email community managers at team@saneforums.org and provide feedback or suggestions, or to ask a community manager to review any decisions. I will send you an email now so that you can have an opportunity to provide some feedback should you choose to

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SnowieSenior Contributor28 Jan 2021, 10:43 am AEDT

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Morning @WIP

Sorry to hear that it was a rough night for you.

Please be kind to yourself today and perhaps try some self care.

We are here for you and to support you

💜💜

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AnastasiaSenior Contributor28 Jan 2021, 10:58 am AEDT

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@WIP 🙏💕

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Eve7Senior Contributor28 Jan 2021, 2:24 pm AEDT

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Just checking in on you again @WIP and hoping you feel a little better than this morning.

Big, gentle hugs

💜🤗💜

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WIPSenior Contributor28 Jan 2021, 2:28 pm AEDT

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Dear @Eve7

That's so very kind and thoughtful of you - thank you. I'm doing a bit better than yesterday....I was able to get a little more sleep in this morning thankfully.

I hope your day back at work is going well.

Hugs back to you

🤗💞🤗

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Eve7Senior Contributor28 Jan 2021, 2:41 pm AEDT

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Hey @WIP

Thanks for responding and I’m pleased you’ve had some sleep and doing better.

Work is full on...I am stopping to breathe.

💜💖💜

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