Posted by jujube on September 24, 2004, at 19:09:31
In reply to Re: Thanks all - I'm done., posted by jerrympls on September 24, 2004, at 17:56:52
Jerry,
Just a question. Are you eating? I mean, if you are not at least getting some protein and healthy food into your system, it could be making the adhedonia even worse. If you don't feel like you can muster the energy to fix a sandwich or a meal, go to the drug store and pick up some high protein meal replacement shakes (Boost or Ensure) and some protein or energy bars. You can at least get a bit of protein and other nutients with these. I use them because I just tend to get caught up in thing and forget to eat. I have had one too many episodes of dizziness and almost fainting (caused by drops in blood sugar - which incidently can cause feelings of low mood) because of my bad eating habits. I know it must be hard. I have said this in my previous message, but I really find just flipping on the radio as soon as I wake up (almost the first thing I do), does make a bit of a difference in my day. When I was really down, I would be almost shocked to find myself singing along with a song and even dancing. Anyways, hang in there and do your best to get your pdoc to listen to you. Take good care.
Tamara
> Anyone else NOT a morning person? I tried to get up earlier this morning and even take my Concerta - but the anhedonia held strong and and went back to sleep on the couch and woke up at 4pm (central time). UGH. Everytime that happens I feel quilty - as if I ruined a whole day.
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> I really do need to contact my pdoc about changing meds or something...
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> *sigh*
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> Jerry :-)
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