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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??

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AppleblossomSenior Contributor

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Sorry I was off the forum for a while @WIP

It is not good that you feel so bad after your session. What was the problem? Too official? Other things? Not a good fit?

Tbh I have given psychology a rest for a while. Its supposed to be better, but I am getting more out of Mental Health Occupational Therapist.

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Eve7Senior Contributor

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You do matter @WIP . You matter very much.

💙🤗💙

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JynxModerator

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Hey @WIP

Just wanted to check in and see how you were doing. I know your miind might tell you otherwise, but you definitely matter! I mean you're a much-loved member of this community for starters

Hope your afternoon/evening has brought you some peace and calm

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WIPSenior Contributor

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I'm alright. Sorry about my pity party y'day.


Upset yesterday and unsettled overnight, haven't slept very well again.

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NatureLoverSenior Contributor

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Thinking of you, @WIP and sending gentle hugs

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WIPSenior Contributor

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Thank you @NatureLover

You're very kind 🤗

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WIPSenior Contributor

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Thanks @Jynx

I don't always feel like a much loved member of the community, my mind takes over at times and tells me that I'm a nuisance.

Still looking for that peace and calm you speak of. A good nights sleep and waking feeling refreshed would be a great start!!

thanks for your support!

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WIPSenior Contributor

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I'm not in a very good place at all, and don't know what to do?

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Emelia8Senior Contributor

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I'm sorry to hear that @WIP ... I am here for a while to sit with you if you'd like? Or bring you a cuppa.

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Zoe7Senior Contributor

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That is hard @WIP It is often difficult for us to know what to do when things are really not good. Sometimes talking through what is happening helps but also just sitting with others. Happy to listen or just sit for a while

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