I'm making a move too, although not as far. I'm moving from Maryland to Pennsylvania. We bought an old Victorian home that we're remodeling. We're not moving up until it's all ready, maybe March, so I'm not getting nervous yet. With you, you are moving to nice, sunny weather. I'm moving to where it has been snowing everyday this winter! A big change for me. It's a rural area. I'm used to the city.

Are you afraid you will become depressed, manic, or both?
I am afaid I am going to go into a big depression when I get up there. Both me and my therapist worry about this.
Even though a few positives are that I'm alot closer to my family.

My therapist suggests that I find a new therapist right away and of course I'll need a new pdoc immediately for my meds. She also suggests a support group if there are any around. I was going to an Alcohol and Addictions group for 6 months. I quit drinking. She doesn't want me to start up. It's been 7 months.

The homework assignment my therapist gave me was to write down what I do now to avoid going into a depression. And what can I do when I get to Pa. to avoid getting depressed? It's something to think about.

I know it's scary to get a new pdoc. You say you really like the one you have now. Mine I could give or take, I've just gotten used to her. I just don't want a new pdoc to want to change meds on me. It seems like that's what they want to do when they take over.

I don't know what kind of advice I can give you. It sounds like an exciting move. I wish you lots of luck with everything.