Posted by JonW on October 29, 2002, at 8:58:26
In reply to OVERWHELMED!!, posted by Peter on October 29, 2002, at 3:12:09
Hi Peter,
It sounds to me like you should seek out a new doctor, but not just any doctor. If you can afford it, find a specialist who has the reputation of being one of the best in the business. You may have to travel some, but it's worth it. If you live anywhere near NYC, I highly recommend Dr. Michael R. Liebowitz from Columbia. He's amazing. I have a similar situation to yours. I was seeing a bipolar disorder specialist, and everything I said was treated as a symptom of bipolar disorder. It was assumed that this is a mixed state, or that is hypomania. Anti-convulsants were piled on top of one another and anti-depressants were removed. Anti-psychotics were thrown in. Stimulants were tried, etc. Then I finally sought out Dr. Liebowitz, and that has been the best decision yet. He's really cut through my symptoms and is so skilled at finding the right meds for my chemistry. He also picked up from day one that I should be in cognitive behavioral therapy. He has a therapist that works with him, and the two of them communicate. My therapists observations help Dr. Liebowitz to find the right meds as well. It's a team effort that has been very effective for me. I highly recommend him, or seeking out someone of similar caliber. If for no other reason, simply because you are not getting better.
Hang in there,
Jon
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