Posted by DanielJ on October 4, 2005, at 10:25:47
In reply to Re: Professor at Med School Says Wean off All Meds » linkadge, posted by SLS on October 4, 2005, at 9:45:44
If it already has been determined by the Pdoc that a serious mental illness exists then the correct medication can be precribed. This determination may take weeks or even months.
My son could not function as a normal human being and this happened virtually overnight. It took about 3 months to get him under control
and another 3 to get him stabilized. His psychotic episode was severe and he relapsed a month later. He had therapy sessions as well but in his case the real elixirs were Zyprexa and Zoloft. Three days off these meds and it would be a disaster in the making.
Those who can communicate rationally with a Pdoc are probably more apt to be helped by therapy. In truth my son occasionally speaks at length with his psychiatrist now. We got a highly recommended therapist for a few sessions. My son didn't like him and I believe the feeling was mutual. We dumped him before he could do any damage and my son feels his talks with his Pdoc are productive and helpful. He is satisfied with his life thus far and doesn't feel the need for additional therapy.
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