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Posted by stargazer on January 7, 2007, at 23:23:50
I just logged on and although so many of the posts I want to read and understand, I just do not have the energy and ability to follow and absorb all of the information being posted by everyone. I don't know if it is because I am not feeling so good lately or that many of you have amazing abilities to read, think, process, respond, etc. to other posts...It makes me feel even more depressed and envious of those that can do this so well multiple times every day.
I'm also trying not to spend as much time here as it keeps me up late, throwing my sleep cycle off, which is never good when depressed.
How much time do most of you spend on PB daily?
I would have to spend a few hours daily in order to read all the posts I want to. That is too much time for me to stay focused to read, comprehend and reply in a meaningful way. I just find it too exhausting lately. Maybe if it was my full time job I might(?) be able to do it!
Stargazer
Posted by kotsunega on January 8, 2007, at 4:59:51
In reply to Wish I had more energy to read more of the posts, posted by stargazer on January 7, 2007, at 23:23:50
Is your inability to focus as much as you would like a symptom of your depression?
Or is it a side effect of your medication, if you are taking any?
Or, could it even be an adjunct dx of ADD?
That last one I give you for consideration because that is how I was before going back into the adolescent treatment I undertook for attention deficit in years past (I do not have the hyperactive component of ADD).
What a difference the right meds make, if ADD is keeping you from focusing and carrying through with the things you want to do.
Then again, what a difference the right meds make if you get your depression controlled and can summon the energy to do things (been there with that, too).
Whatever the source of the poison that is keeping you from goals you would like to pursue (yes, reading all the posts on PB is not exactly a lofty goal), I will say a prayer that you find renewed focus and energy by some means.
Best regards,
K
Posted by stargazer on January 8, 2007, at 10:48:17
In reply to Re: Wish I had more energy to read more of the posts, posted by kotsunega on January 8, 2007, at 4:59:51
Thanks for your response...
Since there is not a formal test for ADD, I'm not sure that I have it but I think I do. I have taken Adderall in the past and think it helped before. See how uncertain I am about everything?
That bothers me that I can't remember too. Poor recall.How does one really know they have ADD? Don't most people have shades of ADD today becasue there is so much thrown at us along with so many options? I am very cynical about modern technologies for giving memore choices since it makes my life more complicated, not easier.
I have trouble reading, always have...I don't remember movies or books I've read. It seems like I have many of the symptoms of the inattentive type, although my pdoc has not focused on this aspect of my depression very much.
I will pursue this avenue with him again, thanks for pointing out what should be crystal clear...
Stargazer
Posted by Crazy Horse on January 8, 2007, at 11:09:44
In reply to Wish I had more energy to read more of the posts, posted by stargazer on January 7, 2007, at 23:23:50
Sounds like symptoms of depression to me. I feel the same way when i am severely or even moderately depressed, posting takes every bit of energy that i have. Be well.
-Monte
Posted by Phillipa on January 8, 2007, at 11:11:27
In reply to Re: Wish I had more energy to read more of the posts, posted by stargazer on January 8, 2007, at 10:48:17
Stargazer even when I wasn't depressed I could never remember books I read. I'd get half way through them and then remember. I didn't pay it any attention then too many other things that were more important to focus on. So to answer your question I don't think it's Add just maybe tired? Love Phillipa ps you get on late anyway don't you?
Posted by deniseuk190466 on January 9, 2007, at 14:39:10
In reply to Wish I had more energy to read more of the posts, posted by stargazer on January 7, 2007, at 23:23:50
Hi,
Don't feel bad or envious about not being able to read all you want to read, digest or respond to all you want to on psychobabble.
I often feel the same way. I just try and remember the posts I want to respond to and set myself a goal to try and respond to at least one a day.
Hope you are feeling better soon.
Denise
Posted by stargazer on January 12, 2007, at 9:23:37
In reply to Re: Wish I had more energy to read more of the posts, posted by deniseuk190466 on January 9, 2007, at 14:39:10
Hi...I think my lack of energy is from more than depression...I'm leaning towards having a large component of ADD and finding I need a stimulant or something to help with motivation. I have so many symptoms of depression and ADD, I have never really risen above the marginal response from every med out there for depression. Lately I have added a tiny bit of amphetamine to my Emsam and definately am seeing an improvement in my energy level and focus. Although stims are not sanctioning with EMsam, some others (Laima) are using it successfully.
A common thread is that we have low BP too which probably plays a large role in my lethargy, probably as much as depression.
My ability to read the posts here is increasing everyday. I see my pdoc today to discuss my response to the tiny (2.5 mg) addition to Emsam. Daily monitoring of my BP has remained consistent although pulse has increase from 60 to 80 at times, other times increase is minimal.
SG
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