I know how frustrating it can be to wait forever for an appointment, especially when you really need the help...I had to through that last year. Things worked out OK, though, and I was happy to have waited, this particular doc was very good.

To tell you the truth, I was never able to truly overcome depression until the doctor added Seroquel to my existing med regimen (lithium and Lamictal). I have been feeling pretty "normal" for the first time in many years (>8 years). I hope this "normal" mood lasts forever; however, experience teaches me that at some time my depression will reoccur. In the meantime, I'll do everything I can do to maintain this equilibrium...regular sleep schedule (though the Seroquel makes it REALLY hard to wake up in the mornings), regular excercise (lifting weights 3 days/wk and aerobic type stuff on off days) and I am going to try to move on and reclaim my life. I'll be starting school in January...this is the part that worries me; I am concerned that the stress of school will cause trouble for me. But, it's really the only choice that I have, other than to sit around drawing disability.

I wish you well...I know how hard it can be. If you can do any of things I spoke of above, they are very helpful. But I know how hard it is to do these things when you're depressed.

All The Best,
DJ