I feel a bit better today. My NP told me Monday to use Klonopin only if absolutely needed as it would depress me further. What didn’t dawn on me and must not have her either is that you don’t go off benzodiazepines cold turkey. Not at that high dose. I took some Klonopin and my focus and concentration came back as well as my ability to communicate. It lightened the depression somewhat as well.

A friend and my daughter were very frank with me that I’ve been burning the candle at both ends for some time now and that the stress is going to take me out. They both said I need to take myself off the back burner and take care of myself much better. I don’t know whether that contributed to this depression or not but I’ve listened and will start taking better care of myself.

Thank you for the kind words and the support. I really appreciate it.