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#1
Aug 14, 2014, 06:34 AM
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Hi everyone,
I'm new here and I'm bipolar (type 2). I posted this in General Q&A but maybe it's better to ask here... I have tried countless drugs and with every drug I've tried I have had various side effects. The ones I'm currently on make me feel sick to the point where I have trouble eating because I feel nauseous all of the time. I have stayed with these because this combination has the side effects I've been able to tolerate the most. My psychologist has suggested I try a psychiatric service dog to manage my symptoms instead of drugs. My psychiatrist is also supportive of this option. I would of course continue to see my psychologist regularity and check in with my psychiatrist even if I have a service dog. Has anyone gone this route? |
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#2
Aug 14, 2014, 10:36 AM
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Never have gone that route. It sounds good though. However, for me, it wouldn't serve as a complete treatment but I could see where it would be helpful.
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#3
Aug 14, 2014, 03:24 PM
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I have contemplated this for a long long time... problem it requires energy and effort... alot.... there is a site.. sorry on phone.. that explains... in order for you to get your dog.certified... depends.on your state... requires some work though...
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#4
Aug 14, 2014, 03:25 PM
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Also.. i'd still have to take meds....
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Aug 14, 2014, 03:30 PM
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hi , i have never before heard of this, what exactly is the dog trained to do ? how does it help ? I know animals can be theraputic as i own three cats and they calm me and i ilove them unconditionally unlike any human !!.
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#6
Aug 14, 2014, 04:22 PM
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I already have a dog that's a certified ESA but I realize training a service dog takes a lot more work. I plan to train my dog myself (I'm a part time dog trainer) but I know a trainer a couple hours from me that helps trains service dogs so I can got to her for lessons.
My dog taught herself to tug at my leg/tap my foot so I can probably use that. I'm hoping I can train her to pick on my mood swings before they get out of control and prevent anxiety. |
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#7
Aug 14, 2014, 04:28 PM
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I'd like a well trained supportive dog and I am on a ton of meds. It just sounds wonderful. Can a dog pick up on mood swings? I'm not that familiar with service dogs.
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Aug 14, 2014, 04:48 PM
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My dog isn't a service dog, but she can pick up on mood swings faster than I can. Lately she's been especially clingy with me, and the events of this week have been triggering. I think she knows something I don't.
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#9
Aug 14, 2014, 05:44 PM
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The door is basically wide open on this.... at least in my state.. problem is my dog is a pitbull. . Most lovable dog you'll find... but he does need a little training being in crowds and focusing in situations. ... I always want to do this but never follow through
 ... really a shame because my dog honestly is my biggest source or getting rid of tension
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Aug 14, 2014, 05:45 PM
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#11
Aug 14, 2014, 08:06 PM
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Www(dot)wilderwood(dot)org At the top they have a 'Psych Service Dogs' tab. It has a lot of great information on how service dogs can help and what tasks they do. I'm thinking since I've trained her to tap my foot/grab my leg that the next step would to train her to do this when I start breathing faster, pulling my hair, get nervous, talking fast.... I've never done this before so I guess I'll be figuring it out along the way. |
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#12
Aug 14, 2014, 11:47 PM
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We are planning on training our dog into a psychiatric service dog or a home companion for our family.
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#13
Aug 15, 2014, 04:56 PM
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Congrats. What breed?
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