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Re:Fear of Medicines

Posted by King of Nothing on October 26, 2007, at 13:42:22

In reply to Re: Who is Better Now That They Found there Med? » Phillipa, posted by yxibow on October 26, 2007, at 13:29:54

> > So far benzos but pooping out must try the lyrica . I really do. Fear of meds my biggest problem. Phillipa
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> Fear of meds is a big problem, and a problem of mine, regardless of what they have done to to me in the past.
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> There's no one medication that may suffice at one point in time and not another especially if one is suffering from a biochemical/genetic disorder rather than if one is seeking say an antidepressant for a shorter term reaction to a traumatic period in life.
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> Even benzodiazepines are not innocuous but keeping them at a low dose can minimize memory issues.
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> Its not just medication but access to therapy is important too, which I realize that not everyone has.
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> The fear can create more psychological issues surrounding medication and render them less effective through unconscious paths. After all its demonstrated that 30% of people will respond to placebos so why not the opposite as well.
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> Appropriate choices are grounded, though, I must admit. Its a risk-benefit issue and how one wants their quality of functionality and living to take its course.

I'm just the opposite. I'll try anything if i think there's a chance it will improve my condition. I'd love to try amphetamines, but my Pdoc won't prescribe them.


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