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Posted by ihatedrugs on August 31, 2009, at 14:15:29
How many more b-days will there be feeling like this. I am very sad. Not really depressed but sad in the sense of how much I have lost. I know I shouldn't complaint since I have my kids and husband and they are all successful. Did get the short end of the stick? Don't get me wrong, I'd much rather it be me suffering than anyone I love but it still hurts. It is hard to get excited about the future. After so many med trials and all kinds of treatment it is difficult to hope for a future full of tranquility and bliss.
Blah Birthday to me!
Posted by Phil on August 31, 2009, at 15:14:23
In reply to Well folks it's my bday today and I feel ?, posted by ihatedrugs on August 31, 2009, at 14:15:29
Happy birthday anyway. You never know about the future. No one does.
Posted by jms600 on August 31, 2009, at 16:23:56
In reply to Re: Well folks it's my bday today and I feel ? » ihatedrugs, posted by Phil on August 31, 2009, at 15:14:23
Sounds like you're having a rough time. I guess you've tried a fair few medications so far..?
Have you considered trying an MAOI like Parnate?
Posted by Phillipa on August 31, 2009, at 16:48:35
In reply to Well folks it's my bday today and I feel ?, posted by ihatedrugs on August 31, 2009, at 14:15:29
Ahhh IHATEDDRugs Happy Birthday to you!!!!! know what you mean about not feeling yourself but Happy Birthday Bet the future is gonna be brighter Love Phillipa
Posted by Maxime on August 31, 2009, at 16:52:14
In reply to Well folks it's my bday today and I feel ?, posted by ihatedrugs on August 31, 2009, at 14:15:29
Happy Birthday anyway. Maybe this year will be your year!
Posted by floatingbridge on August 31, 2009, at 23:18:46
In reply to Well folks it's my bday today and I feel ?, posted by ihatedrugs on August 31, 2009, at 14:15:29
Hi ihatedrugs--
I find sadness very tough to bear; and grieving over what is lost--so unfairly lost--can be so painful for me that I usually flee from sadness into depression. I say, kudos to you for knowing the difference--and thanks for caring enough to share your feelings.
May your next year be better and brighter. That you've got good kids and a husband says a lot about how hard you work--that's something to be proud of and take credit for. And you've got many friends here!
How are you doing on your new regime?
sending birthday wishes your way for a good, new year,
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Posted by SLS on September 1, 2009, at 8:40:02
In reply to Well folks it's my bday today and I feel ?, posted by ihatedrugs on August 31, 2009, at 14:15:29
I avoid telling people when my birthday is, as I don't want to be reminded of how many birthdays have passed me by as I languished in this severe and relentless depression. I try to ignore New Years Day as well.
You are smart to take inventory of those things for which you are thankful for. Making a gratitude list every now and then makes me feel better.
- Scott
Posted by ihatedrugs on September 2, 2009, at 21:35:41
In reply to Well folks it's my bday today and I feel ?, posted by ihatedrugs on August 31, 2009, at 14:15:29
Thank you all for responding with such kind words.
My family were very kind and actually made me feel better and hopeful.
My new med regimen is working pretty well. The best thing about the Emsam patch is that besides some insomnia which I treat with Magnolia bark (it does work)and Xanax, it is the first antidepressant I have taken that doesn't make me feel like I'm taking one. NO jitteriness, weight gain, sexual dysfunction,or dreaded brain zaps.
I think holidays are hard for most of us because they are a crude reminder of our struggle to find peace.Thanks again
ihatedrugs
Posted by floatingbridge on September 2, 2009, at 21:41:26
In reply to Re: Well folks it's my bday today and I feel ?, posted by ihatedrugs on September 2, 2009, at 21:35:41
Ihatedrugs,
This is the best news! I'm happy for you for so many reasons! Thanks for letting us know.
cheering you on!
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Posted by SLS on September 3, 2009, at 5:43:49
In reply to Re: Well folks it's my bday today and I feel ?, posted by ihatedrugs on September 2, 2009, at 21:35:41
Did you have social anxiety as part of your depression? If so, was this anxiety the first symptom to improve?
- Scott
Posted by ihatedrugs on September 3, 2009, at 14:29:25
In reply to Re: Well folks it's my bday today and I feel ? » ihatedrugs, posted by SLS on September 3, 2009, at 5:43:49
> Did you have social anxiety as part of your depression? If so, was this anxiety the first symptom to improve?
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> - ScottI don't think I suffer with social anxiety instead is more the dread of having to be fun socially. I usually am very talkative and quite sociable at parties but when I am depressed I retreat and even if I know that going out may help me feel better, the pressure to be the Happy Go Lucky person people think I am, gets to me and generates some anxiety. But in terms of symptoms to improve, I would say is having more motivation to do things which may include going out and socialize.
Posted by Phillipa on September 3, 2009, at 19:49:26
In reply to Re: Well folks it's my bday today and I feel ?, posted by ihatedrugs on September 3, 2009, at 14:29:25
Congrats on the EMSAM so glad it's working for you. Love Phillipa
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