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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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Eve7Senior Contributor18 Nov 2020, 6:47 pm AEDT

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Hi @WIP I hope your day has been good. Thinking of you my dear friend.

💙🤗💙

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WIPSenior Contributor18 Nov 2020, 7:17 pm AEDT

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Hi @Eve7

Thanks for thinking of me.

Another tough day for me unfortunately.

Not sure I can keep going this way - something's gotta give.

💕💕

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Unknown userMember18 Nov 2020, 7:59 pm AEDT

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Hey @WIP sorry to hear it's another tough day. If forum connection is most helpful tonight then ignore this. But if you need please reach out to the SANE Help Centre or any extra support you trust if you need 🌻

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WIPSenior Contributor18 Nov 2020, 9:32 pm AEDT

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Thanks @Former-Member

I just don't know what to do anymore - nothing seems to help unfortunatey.
Thanks for your note though. 🦋

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AnastasiaSenior Contributor19 Nov 2020, 3:33 pm AEDT

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Sending you an abundance of love and hugs dear L. Sorry things are :pile_of_poo:

Love you xxx

@WIP ❣️🐕

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WIPSenior Contributor19 Nov 2020, 3:52 pm AEDT

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Thank you @Anastasia - you really are such a thoughtful treasure.

I honestly don't know what to do anymore. I'm getting worse. I can't keep trying all on my own for much longer.

Hope your Dr appt went ok.

💕💕

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JynxModerator19 Nov 2020, 7:48 pm AEDT

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Hey @WIP,

Sounds like things are pretty overwhelming for you at the moment. Just letting you know we're here with you, please don't hesitate to reach out for support if you need.

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WIPSenior Contributor19 Nov 2020, 8:10 pm AEDT

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Sorry @Jynx

I know you aren't a crisis service, I'm just in a state of panic right now. I'll be alright.

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JynxModerator19 Nov 2020, 8:21 pm AEDT

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Sounds pretty overwhelming @WIP, do you think it might help to talk it through with someone? I'd definitely encourage you to reach out to your supports or to a helpline, you don't have to be alone in this.

It also sounds like something you won't be able to do anything about tonight - perhaps it would help to focus on what you can control for tonight - deep breathing, distractions, a cuppa; whatever you know to help.

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WIPSenior Contributor19 Nov 2020, 8:27 pm AEDT

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It is overwhelming @Jynx

I don't have any supports, that's part of my problem. I'm on my own.

Usual strategies aren't working & haven't for awhile now. That's what I mean, when I say I don't know what to do anymore. I've been this way for too long now.

Thanks for trying to help.

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