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Posted by Lynn on September 16, 1999, at 11:44:57
Is there really anything that works for someone with a dissociative disorder? I have been dx with atypical manic depression, atypical depression, and Dissociative Disorder Not Otherwise Specified. I am starting to think I am not even normal in the abnormal, which....is depressing in itself. I have been on all kinds of anti-everythings over last 8 years and been to 4 different psychiatrists. I have not been on anything in two years. The depression is atypical and the thing that messes me up the most. Does ones brain chemistry change, should I start all over again and see how drugs affect me today bc like with lithium..have not been on it in 7 years.
Depression has gotten worse over last 8 years.
Posted by Janice on September 16, 1999, at 22:02:00
In reply to What works?, posted by Lynn on September 16, 1999, at 11:44:57
Lynn,
I know where you're coming from. I feel like a crazy, crazy person at times. I'm very self-conscious about it lately because I've just moved to a new place, need new doctors, and have to listen to myself tell them what i have; manic depression, attention deficit disorder, trichotillomania, anorexia, and post tramautic stress disorder. I don't think I'm being paranoid when i've noticed most family doctors look at me weird. When I have to tell people about them and I sense a reaction, I find it hard to tolerate, and this makes me feel crazier than any of my disorders do.Yes Lynn, depression is the worst of them all. I could handle them all quite well when i don't have depression. And depression seems to come with every disorder and tends to worsen if not treated and as we age. I've been at this for about 5 years, and have significantly improved.
I'm sure there is something for dissociative disorder, not a cure, but probably a damn good treatment. Why do you change psychiatrists so often? As far as i know, getting the right medication can be a hit and miss game, and how a drug affects you one time does not guarantee anything the next time. It's taken me 5 years to get the combination I'm on now.
abnormally abnormal, Janice
Posted by Sean on September 17, 1999, at 13:24:19
In reply to What works?, posted by Lynn on September 16, 1999, at 11:44:57
> Is there really anything that works for someone with a dissociative disorder? I have been dx with atypical manic depression, atypical depression, and Dissociative Disorder Not Otherwise Specified. I am starting to think I am not even normal in the abnormal, which....is depressing in itself. I have been on all kinds of anti-everythings over last 8 years and been to 4 different psychiatrists. I have not been on anything in two years. The depression is atypical and the thing that messes me up the most. Does ones brain chemistry change, should I start all over again and see how drugs affect me today bc like with lithium..have not been on it in 7 years.
> Depression has gotten worse over last 8 years.Hey -
You don't sound so abnormal to me, just very unlucky.
I bet there are some special things about you because
you have such interesting brain. And I mean good
things...Treat the depressions - they don't get better
with age and most of the new research shows that
treating depression can actually delay or
prevent actual changes in the brain that come
with depression over time. Best wishes,Sean.
Posted by Ian on September 17, 1999, at 14:21:36
In reply to Re: What works?, posted by Sean on September 17, 1999, at 13:24:19
Psychiatric stigma I feel is one of the most self propogating things about 'mental illness' The more labels the more us and them the situation becomes. Your Lynn to family and friends and if you get upset about something your not showing dysthymic symptoms, inappropriate affect or negative symptomatology of a bipolar illness. O.K. depression is a more constant and desolate situation than a simple up or down, but how is this scientific scrutiny going to help when what we are actually seeking is the empathy, understanding and mutual respect that seems to exist on this board.
Ian
Posted by dj on September 17, 1999, at 16:02:04
In reply to Re: What works?, posted by Sean on September 17, 1999, at 13:24:19
> >
> Treat the depressions - they don't get better
> with age and most of the new research shows that
> treating depression can actually delay or
> prevent actual changes in the brain that come
> with depression over time. Best wishes,
>
> Sean.I'm curious which research you are referring to (any urls?) and which types of treatment...& what about research focusing on reversomg negative changes that may already have occured such as impaired recall???
Posted by Sean on September 17, 1999, at 16:47:10
In reply to Re: What works? -- SEAN, posted by dj on September 17, 1999, at 16:02:04
> > >
> > Treat the depressions - they don't get better
> > with age and most of the new research shows that
> > treating depression can actually delay or
> > prevent actual changes in the brain that come
> > with depression over time. Best wishes,
> >
> > Sean.
>
> I'm curious which research you are referring to (any urls?) and which types of treatment...& what about research focusing on reversomg negative changes that may already have occured such as impaired recall???I wish I could remember (ha ha!) It may have been
prospective research, however, and not a bona-fide
finding reported in journals yet. I will check to
see.Sean.
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