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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 Contributor24 Feb 2021, 11:32 pm AEDT

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Thank you dear @WIP he did a little 🙏🤗💞

How was your DBT? How are you feeling? Hugs to you and Levi xxx

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WIPSenior Contributor25 Feb 2021, 11:40 am AEDT

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Hi @Anastasia

Thank you for the lovely flowers!

DBT class y'day was quite triggering for me. I struggled a bit afterwards. Had to take Levi to the vet & they confirmed an ear infection, not bad, but recommended drops - the whole visit was very pricey $$$ However, I'm sure this won't be his last ear infection & the drops will last his lifetime.

How are you going?

💞💖💖💞

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WIPSenior Contributor25 Feb 2021, 11:43 am AEDT

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Hi everyone - hoping you are all travelling along ok. Thinking of you all. xx

@Emelia8 @Myboy @Lee82

@Bow @NatureLover @outlander @Snowie

@Eve7 @Appleblossom

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AnastasiaSenior Contributor25 Feb 2021, 3:11 pm AEDT

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I'm sorry to her it was triggering. Not unusual I believe according to my boy sadly. But worth it 🙏

Poor Levi, you are a good Mum ❤️🐾🐕❤️

Sorry I'm short on words. It's 309pm and I'VE ducked into the kitchen to throw something down for lunch. Think this has been one of the most testing work days yet. Can't wait for Friday. Oh well thank you for your message, love you lots L

@WIP 🌸🌷🧚‍♂️🧚🌻🌹

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AnastasiaSenior Contributor26 Feb 2021, 7:32 am AEDT

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@WIP

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Lee82Senior Contributor26 Feb 2021, 8:49 am AEDT

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@WIP Hey hun. Just popping in to see how you are going? Have you had another appointment with your new psych?
hope your Friday is kind to you.

sending you lots of love and hugs.
❤️💚💜🧡💙❤️

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WIPSenior Contributor26 Feb 2021, 8:50 am AEDT

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Happy Friyay!!

I hope today is kind to you all.
love and hugs,

WIP

@Emelia8 @Myboy @Lee82

@Bow @NatureLover @outlander @Snowie

@Eve7 @Appleblossom

💞🌸🐾

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Eve7Senior Contributor26 Feb 2021, 1:48 pm AEDT

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Happy lunch time @WIP

💜💖💜

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WIPSenior Contributor26 Feb 2021, 2:49 pm AEDT

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Hi @Lee82

Thanks very much for dropping by, it's good to hear from you. How are things going for you?

I've had a busy week of medical appts - one of which was my psychologist on Tuesday. It went well, I'm very fortunate to have found her. She even scheduled a 'check in' call with me this morning.

Hope you are enjoying your Friday!

Love and hugs xx

💞💖💖💞

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Lee82Senior Contributor26 Feb 2021, 3:21 pm AEDT

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Wow that's so great to hear @WIP . I am so happy you have found a good psychologist. It makes the world of difference.
I'm doing ok. I have had a very busy day so feeling exhausted already but still have so much to do...waiting to pick up Mr9 from school then back home to begin the evening rituals.

hope your Friday night is a nice relaxing evening after a big week of medical appointment my friend.
sending you love and hugs. ❤️💚💜💙🧡❤️

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