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Originally Posted by PrayingForSmiles
I have struggled with depression all my life, and have been able to beat it, but this bout has been overwhelmingly awful. I am simply unable to beat it. I just called my doctor this morning about antidepressants, and am waiting to hear back about an appointment. This spell has lasted for almost 2 months now, and it's driving me crazy. All of my coping skills aren't working. I had lost 40 pounds and felt amazing, and then the depression hit and I gained 30 of it back. This is, of course, not helping. And it's a vicious cycle.
I used to take Effexor, and it worked well, so I'm going to ask for that again, take it for awhile, and then hopefully wean off of it after a time.
Any advice or info would be appreciated.
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Hello pfs.....So sorry that you're suffering. I know for me the seemingly "random return" of the stupid depression demon has always been the hardest thing to handle, and so discouraging. To be honest I don't necessarily have any brilliant advice, as our stories sound rather similar, and I'm really struggling (again) lately, but I do want to let you know that you're not alone in the way you're feeling. I did wonder if you're seeing a therapist.....especially if there is someone who you've worked with before, and who you had a good relationship with, perhaps it might help to at least touch bases again? Or if there is no one like that, perhaps a good time to reach out for it? Otherwise, a potential return to meds sounds like a good plan, especially as you say Effexor seemed to help. In the meantime I'm glad you posted, and sending warm wishes.....~whimsy
ps....If you ever want to talk by Private Message I'm here
