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Originally Posted by Kimaya
I am really glad you made progress! ***hugs***
I think the single most important thing in my therapy has been getting my 'label' - it geared me towards the right reading material, learning how to recognize what was happening, and more. Of course we know what our symptoms are, but its very helpful to know why. Especially for clinical purposes in developing treatment methods, and nevermind medication.
Oh, I am hypervigilant too! So, do you like position things very carefully around you to make sure no one messes with your things while you step away to get a cup of water? Haha  Ok its not funny... especially since you were abused. I am laughing at myself. Even while I know I will be continuing to monitor my surroundings for 'danger'. XD |
I never mind humor, Kimaya! I'm kinda a jokester to those around me as well. I totally agree that it helps to know a direction to walk in to get help for one's self. I also like to research about my problems. I have been on so many meds in the past and have had to discontinue so many meds due to side effects. So for me knowing the right labels will IMO help to get more appropriate medications. I hate meds but I do need something for my depression and a better one for my insomnia.
Well as far as hypervigilance, yes, yes I do like to watch my things very carefully, but in a way, that isn't a bad thing! But, I seem to be a safety freak always checking to see if my tires are flat and I keep mace around and a small knife in my pocket. I sometimes carry a bigger knife around. I, too am trying to decrease my anxiety about harm around me. It's like I feel that I need to be ready for anything.
