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Old Nov 11, 2010, 07:01 PM
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I don't know why but i'm feelin really anxious about my assessment 2moro. Its with a new doctor i don't know who it is and i'm not sure what they are assessing. I'm fed up of havin to explain my situatio to different docs and psychologists etc. I don't know whether i'm coming or going and i feel like i'm being pushed from pillar to post. I'm so mentally, physically and emotionally drained i'm on verge of throwing in the towel! I feel like i have no support from the ppl i live with who are supposed to be like family. I jus don't know what to do anymore. I can't fight any longer i jus don't have the energy or strength!

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Old Nov 11, 2010, 07:54 PM
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I know how you feel- my family isn't there for me, either.....they simply don't understand....it's the nature of mental illness..there is such a stigma attached to it, and people have a fear of the unknown, at least this is how I have learned to explain other's misunderstandings to me, this has been a life long illness for me, I, too, get tired of the fight....sometimes I come here to PC and just be me, reaching out to others, writing poems of how I feel, describing what's in my heart to those that have been there and are with me, even if it's through cyberspace...

I encourage you to stick with PC, I feel deeply for you...perhaps instead of fighting, do something relaxing..

Can you write more about how things got to be this way? Perhaps someone at this site will be able to help even more HUGS
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Old Nov 11, 2010, 08:10 PM
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I'm under so much stress because i've been off work for 4 months. I was officially diagnosed with bipolar 5 weeks ago, and feel like i've failed as a human. I can barely afford my rent, which is puttin pressure on me cos i hate owing my friends mum money! (i live with my friend and her parents) Basically i'm so exhausted because i haven't slept properly for 3 weeks and i've been doing everythin to please everyone else but myself!
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Old Nov 12, 2010, 03:14 AM
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I hope the assessment goes well. Keep an open mind and let them help you. Thinking of you
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Old Nov 12, 2010, 01:16 PM
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The definition of being human, is that yes, we make mistakes, aren't perfect

I have grown to be accepting of my diagnosis because of all the beauty I have found at this site, from others who are so loving, encouraging, and insightful as they reach out to help others who also have an illness...that its' not the end of the world...perhaps the beginning of getting the help we need, the help we deserve Everyone needs help, and everyone has some degree of mental illness

Looks like you need to put YOU first, be a little assertive, and stand up for what you need..

If you DID that....what would your life look like, what would change?
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Old Nov 12, 2010, 02:03 PM
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Thanks for that. I've been for the assessment but i was in no mood for chattin. Am sick of keep going over and over and havin to explain about me! They have decided to swap the prozac for another anti depressant but couldn't understand what the doc said but have to have 75mg of whatever it is. Doc is also increasin the seroquel to 300mg and have to go back in a couple of weeks. I'm also getting a key worker who i'll meet with regularly to discuss my problems and stuff. I'm hoping its gonna be a woman cos i don't feel comfortable talkin to men. They are gonna contact me to arrange an appointment.
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Old Nov 12, 2010, 05:59 PM
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I'm glad your assessment is over, sounds like they got enough information to treat you. When they call to schedule your key worker, just tell them you'd prefer a woman. I'm sure they will try to accommodate you. I hope your new meds kick in soon.
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Old Nov 12, 2010, 11:35 PM
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yeah so do i, i have to get them first. The doc has to write to my GP to tell her of the changes before i can get a script for them. I jus hope i get the right care now. I'm so tired of being pushed here and there and going over everythin again and again its so frustratin! I'm jus about ready to give up! I'm so close to doing cos i'm losin my mind and can't cope any more!
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Old Nov 15, 2010, 03:39 AM
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Hope you're feeling better; and glad the assessment went ok. Let's hope the new meds work well for you
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