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Originally Posted by raspberrytorte
My depression keeps on getting worse. I also just got out of the hospital for a serious drug overdose and soon after my cat died, which is further adding to it.
My therapist, who I normally see every week, is on medical leave for two weeks, so I don't really have anyone to talk to and am trying not to panic about him being gone.
Any tips for not falling further down?
I'm on lamictal, haldol, gabapentin, wellbutrin, and diazepam, if that helps any.
I'm thinking about asking to go on my old antidepressant, but that was such a nightmare to get off of I don't know. It was cymbalta.
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I am sorry you are feeling so terrible. And that is so sad about your cat.
For me personally, keeping a little bit of a schedule helps, such as making sure I eat meals, shower, sleep, work or do an activity.
Also, it is very tempting but I find not socially isolating helps. Isolation can cause me to spiral. If you are lacking a support network it might still be helpful to get out and volunteer or something to put you in contact with people. Or even an in person support group? I also wonder if you might benefit from being around animals since you lost yours, perhaps volunteering at a shelter? Or would it too hard emotionally?
If you get seasonal depression, maybe see if you can prevent that with a light therapy lamp after discussing with your doctor (think this can give some people hypo/mania). Or some walks outside?
Self compassion during these times is important. Try doing things that make you feel good--treat yourself a little. You deserve it.
Self compassion meditation helps me sometimes.
Okay, this is a lot of rambling, and you probably know a lot of these things haha. I really hope this doesn't last long for you. Also, is there something about the remeron that you don't like?
Hang in there.
