Posted by spoc on May 23, 2004, at 14:42:46
In reply to Re: My boyfriend's depression is driving me crazy!, posted by rachel11 on May 22, 2004, at 13:32:28
> How effective is therapy for someone with recurring depression/dysthymia?....
> He has been looking into some counseling. I know I can't take things this way anymore. Does anyone have any experiences with overcoming depression, at least somewhat?<<<<<Hi Rachel,
I understand how extremely frustrating that has to be. I'm not a good one to ask, since as you read, I haven't done all or even much of whatever I could have for myself. I guess someone who is pretty much "untreated" like me can feel totally discouraged about the chances of long-lasting change after sooooo many years, and be fooled by that into never trying. But it is probably fair to say I am making that assessment through faulty/clouded vision, created by my very conditions themselves. It's not always likely that we're going to be able to "pull ourselves up by our own bootstraps."
But, I just wanted to suggest that your question may be better addressed as a new thread (with a title making it a question, more so than this one does). I think you could even post it on the Psych board, where people may respond with more citations of what they've tried/been through, and intensive answers in general. If you want to carry over the conversations already on this thread, maybe you could include a link to it, but have posts go on Psych? Or just quote anything you found especially illustrative/relevant. Just thoughts -- I'm sure the issue speaks clearly enough for itself without references! (See, I'm an obsessive compulsive perfectionist too!)
I'm trying to limit my online time so may not be checking back much, but good luck. I do feel for you.... and him.... and me! It's all such a shame, to say the least!
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