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Nov 26, 2010, 06:52 PM
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All of a sudden I can feel myself going into a depression and I don't know what to do to stop it. I tried to get a hold of my pdoc and T today but neither of them are in the office and wont be until Tuesday. How am I going to get through this weekend? I know from the past that when I start getting this way I fall really hard. This may sound childish but I'm scared. Last time things got really bad I was almost committed to the hospital and I don't want to go through that again. I feel so helpless right now....
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Nov 26, 2010, 07:29 PM
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I'm really sorry to hear that... if you need some one to talk to I will be at my computer today.
I try distraction when I'm falling. Choose some DVDs (because of shortened attention span I choose TV series on DVD) and relax with some yum food for a few hours- or I read (or re read) some trashy fiction. I make sure I go to bed at a good time, take tablets to help sleep, but not to many! I write my worries in a journal and then leave them for another time. Maybe you can get someone to come round and sit with you for a while, if you feel unsafe please take yourself somewhere you can be safe.  
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Nov 26, 2010, 07:33 PM
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Hi ariatboot; sorry you're feeling this way. Is there something that you can do that normally would bring you joy? Is there someone that you can spend some time with over the weekend? Has your pdoc or therapist given you some ideas on what to do in situations like this?
It's natural to feel scared. When I was initially diagnosed I thought every time I got depressed I would need to be committed again. I hope the depression lifts soon.
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Nov 26, 2010, 07:53 PM
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Nov 29, 2010, 07:07 AM
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Yes, it can be a scary feeling, especially if you know you have to wait until Monday to speak to your pdoc or T. How are you feeling now?
I hope you managed to find some joy this weekend. You need to take it easy, not make great demands on yourself. Like Innerzone said - even if you hang around in PJs all day and just watch TV.
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"I'd rather attempt to do something great and fail than to attempt to do nothing and succeed. Robert H. Schuller" Current dx: Bipolar Disorder Unspecified Current Meds: Epitec (Lamotrigine) 300mg, Solian 50mg, Seroquel 25mg PRN, Metformin 500mg, Klonopin prn |
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Nov 29, 2010, 02:23 PM
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I got through to my T today. He wants me to come in for an assessment and see where to go from there. I cant get through to my pdoc today as they are out of the office for Thanksgiving break still. I am feeling worse and more depressed. I hate not being able to control my moods. I mean I can think happy thoughts and do all the right things that are suppose to be good for me while I'm depressed and it helps but it is never enough to turn things around.
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Nov 29, 2010, 02:45 PM
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I am glad to hear your T is calling you in. What great news that he is there for you!
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Nov 29, 2010, 04:47 PM
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I'm sorry you're feeling so down... Don't be ashamed that you're scared - I'm scared all the time! Focus on getting through the next couple of days that's the best thing you can do until you talk to your T or pdoc. Like the others said, take it easy on yourself! We're all here for you!
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Nov 30, 2010, 04:27 AM
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I hope you get to see your T really soon. Try and keep yourself in the presence of someone positive that you trust. Do you have someone you can open up to, and be honest with, that you trust? Get this person to check in with you regularly, and even stay with you if you are alone. They can help keep you distracted from your moods.
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"I'd rather attempt to do something great and fail than to attempt to do nothing and succeed. Robert H. Schuller" Current dx: Bipolar Disorder Unspecified Current Meds: Epitec (Lamotrigine) 300mg, Solian 50mg, Seroquel 25mg PRN, Metformin 500mg, Klonopin prn |
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Nov 30, 2010, 09:43 AM
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I don't have a support system besides my husband and he is gone most of the time. No one else knows that I'm bipolar or have issues. If my family found out I would be disowned in a heartbeat and I live in a small community so none of my friends can find out or it would get around town. So basically I'm stuggling and I can't let anyone know. I'm just sick and tired of having to pretend I'm fine when all I'm doing is screaming in my head. Sorry for the rant
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Nov 30, 2010, 10:03 AM
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Hey - we're here for you. Rant away. I know all about having next to no support system; make sure to be open and honest with your husband, and don't be afraid to tell him how you feel. ((HUGS))
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"I'd rather attempt to do something great and fail than to attempt to do nothing and succeed. Robert H. Schuller" Current dx: Bipolar Disorder Unspecified Current Meds: Epitec (Lamotrigine) 300mg, Solian 50mg, Seroquel 25mg PRN, Metformin 500mg, Klonopin prn |
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