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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 Contributor18 Feb 2021, 5:51 pm AEDT

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I am extremely lucky to have found her @Lee82

I had an awful experience with 2 seperate psychologists last year - waste of time and lots of money.

I asked her to see if she could find a psychiatrist who is taking on new clients. She said she would try, but she's not sure, so I'm not holding my breath. She agrees I need a new psychiatrist.

Sending you hugs too 💞💞

Hope all is ok with you.

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Lee82Senior Contributor18 Feb 2021, 5:59 pm AEDT

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That's the thing with pdocs...having to find the right one for you is a lengthy and expensive process and so when you do find a good one it is such a relief.
I am so glad to hear she is going to see if she can get you a new psychiatrist. That's great news.
@WIP

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WIPSenior Contributor18 Feb 2021, 9:05 pm AEDT

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I have to keep reminding myself one day at a time .....but the days are so difficult 😢

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AnastasiaSenior Contributor19 Feb 2021, 7:36 am AEDT

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@WIP

In your pocket today L 🙏🌸🌷💖

Cuddles for Levi too 🐾🐕🤗💞

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WIPSenior Contributor19 Feb 2021, 9:30 am AEDT

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Thank you @Anastasia You're always so thoughtful and it's greatly appreciated.

Happy Friday to you lovely lady.

💞🦋🦋💞

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AnastasiaSenior Contributor19 Feb 2021, 9:32 am AEDT

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Thank you 💖

Love you @WIP

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Emelia8Senior Contributor19 Feb 2021, 9:46 am AEDT

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Good morning @WIP

Kindest thoughts coming your way today. Sending love and hugs.

Emelia 💞🌻🐶

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WIPSenior Contributor19 Feb 2021, 9:50 am AEDT

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Good Morning @Emelia8

Thinking of you today, hoping it's a bit kinder to you.

lots of love

WIP 💞🦋🦋💞

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WIPSenior Contributor19 Feb 2021, 11:10 am AEDT

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Happy Friday friends. I hope the day is kind to you. Thank you for your help during the week - it's very much appreciated.

@Emelia8 @Anastasia @Lee82 @Shaz51 @Snowie @Bow @Eve7 @outlander @Appleblossom @TAB

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BowSenior Contributor19 Feb 2021, 11:12 am AEDT

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hey @WIP hope you are doing some better?

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