((((deli))))

I am not on any psych meds at this time. For years up until a little over a year ago I was on so many but they were not working or if they would have I did not know. With having the diagnosis I have and those within that do not think they need the meds they would hide them and we ended up not taking them consistantly.

I am now not on them as my pdoc does not know who he is treating and I really do not want to be on them. I feel that I need to feel this and work through it instead of being medicated up. I do have anxiety and panic at times and it seems to come at times I am working through something but otherwise I am doing okay.

Sometimes the depression will hit and I feel like I am dragging but I feel that it is because of the memories and feelings connected there. As I work through those things I seem to be able to feel better. I do take something for anxiety when it gets so bad but other than that I only take medical meds.

I know that this is different for each person and maybe this has nothing to do with what you were asking. I think that it is important for you to talk with your pdoc and discuss your feelings about the meds and make that decision together. Sometimes meds are really needed and to go off them could be worse.

I wish you the best on figuring out taking them. Please talk to you doc first and listen to yourself. Being strong is not based on whether you take meds or not. People who take meds are strong as they are taking care of themselves and that is what is important. I guess being strong is knowing what you need to do for yourself and even asking questions.

I hope you find what works best for you. Sending you gentle hugs and loving thoughts. Always.

dps