Posted by DSCH on September 4, 2003, at 12:16:21
In reply to Re: Off meds = inattentive, on Anafranil = overfocused » DSCH, posted by Francesco on September 4, 2003, at 5:28:01
I'm realizing something of a frustration, right now, Francesco. You represent something of a "moving target" in that your *retroactive* accounts of symptom profiles on and off medication appear (to me) to change from day to day. I must admit the thought has come creeping in momentarily on me that this is all some sick little game that you are playing as your story appears to lack a certain consistancy. On the other hand, I don't really think this is the case because, well, ADD and bipolarity can do this to people and it's not their "fault". I hope you do not feel hurt by this comment but I feel the need to air this suspicion.
You will need to exert some willpower to gather what focus you can in order to present others with your case so that they can provide you with the best advice. It's tough, and I know because I have been there, but you will need to do it or your only recourse will be the luck of your pdoc (and I don't think that's the way to fly!).
Hang in there. Take some deep breaths. Find a quiet place with few distractions. Think. Think HARD. Write drafts. Engage your critical side. Edit. Reflect. Then post. It will take a lot of energy to accomplish this, so when you are done relax or treat yourself to something as a reward for having done it.
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