Posted by SLS on June 18, 2005, at 10:29:53
In reply to Re: Is There A Magic Pill? » linkadge, posted by ed_uk on June 18, 2005, at 9:50:56
> Hi Link,
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> >I really just need to let people know how things are going or not going.
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> That's ok, we're here to listen
Even me.:-)
I am very frustrated that you have not found a resolution to your condition. I wish I could contribute something that would help. It is difficult to watch someone try so hard and gain so little.
Three things that grab my attention are:
1. Pervasive thoughts of suicide. They seem to be mood-incongruent.
2. Mood lability.
3. Lack of candor with your doctor.
Resolving #3 might help with #1 and #2. I don't think you necessarily need medication to resolve #1 or #2. #1 and #2 might be an indicator of an Axis II condition that can be helped through psychotherapy. However, I would not overlook the possibility that #2 is an indicator of an ultra-rapid cycling bipolar disorder. You might want to treat #2 as if you were bipolar even though you might not be. It is time efficient. I notice not only a difference in your outlook when you feel bad, but also a deterioration of cognitive power. #2 can certainly be a manifestation of an Axis II condition, but the difference in cognition I see leads me to think there is something biological going on there.
The only thing I can really suggest is that something has to change or else nothing will change.
- Scott
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