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Jun 06, 2005, 07:49 PM
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<font color="blue">Hi. My name is Nicole, and I am new to the boards.
I was diagnosed about 6 yrs ago with Dysthymia depression. I'm still not sure what it's all about. I have been to about 5/6 different doctors. I've been on 3/4 different meds. Nothing seems to work for me. I don't stick around long enough in therapy to have it work. To me, I feel it is a waste of time and money, but I really want to get better... Saturday I had a rough night. I was hanging out with a bunch of people, mostly my boyfriend's friends. I get along ok with the guys, but it takes me a while to get along with girls. I get shy and these girls are a lot different than me. They smoke, do drugs.. and I don't have a lot in common. Anyways, I was gettig a little miserable Saturday, and my bf was getting annoyed with me being like that. We got into a huge fight over it. He says I'm a very negative person (which I am). I just get very jealous of everyone around me. I don't have too many friends so it bugs me a bit not being able to have fun stories of the past to share w/ everyone. I always seem to get like this when we are around his friends. I just want to be able to get along w/ everyone somehow (I don't need to be their best friend). I need to find a way to get out of my "funk" of being so negative. I also tend to have a low self esteem. I'm not overweight, but I'd like to lose 15 lbs. I'm pretty...sometimes.. it depends on what mood I'm in. I would appreciate any help anyone could give. If anyone has ideas on how to start being a happier person, I would be so thankful. We'll start there.. ther are more things about me.. like how I'm a very sensitive person, and I hate criticism, even constructive... I take everything personal... Thank you for listening. </font> |
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#2
Jun 06, 2005, 09:22 PM
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Hi, Nicole.....glad you came to Psych Central. There are lots of very supportive people here. Are you on any meds now? And what did you not like about therapy? It isn't a quick fix process, did you have a good relationship with your therapist? If you are on meds, how long have you been taking them? Do you work? I know you didn't count on 20 questions, but I'd let to get beter acquainted with you....Pat ps. I have bi-polar disease and take a mix of meds, which work quite nicely for me.
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#3
Jun 06, 2005, 09:31 PM
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Hi Pat
 I'll answer any questions lol I'm not currently on any meds right now. I took Paxil (I took 4 one nite when things got bad.. didn't help at all) I was on Remeron (I put on 20 lbs in 2 weeks), and I was on Lexapro (had heart palpitations coming off of them, so I was kinda addicted) I didn't like the therapists themselves. I had some who talked about themselves. I also don't like discussing my sex life up front. I personally don't feel my sex life has anything to do with my issues. I think my father is a big part of them though (controlling and over protective, and an adulterer to my mother). I did find one who was really sweet. She was an intern, and when her intership was up, I had to stop seeing her. And yes, I currently do work full time. I just started about 2 mths ago. It was stressful in the beginning, but I'm fitting in just nicely now I'm glad that your meds are working for you! And I hope you can get thru it. I'm here for you and anyone else who needs someone to talk to. |
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Jun 06, 2005, 10:48 PM
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Being a happier person starts with finding out who you really are, somewhat of a self discovery. Find one thing that you enjoy more than anything else and make it your passion. Whenever you are depressed you can do this activity and it will probably make you feel better. as for the specific kind of depression that you have I am not sure about however depression in general can be somewhat of a risky thing. I would suggest searching for another therapist because they can help you with it. You could try asking your primary care doctor to reccomend some good ones or something. Meds alone can not solve the problem. Even if you decide to not visit another therapist try talking to a trustworthy friend or relative, I have read that just talking about your feelings to someone who is willing to listen is very beneficial. Let us know how everything is going
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Jun 06, 2005, 11:00 PM
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I have the same problem as you with the therapy and meds not working out. By the way, I'm Carolyn
 I hope you like it here. Take care! -Carolyn. |
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#6
Jun 07, 2005, 06:50 AM
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</font><blockquote><div id="quote"><font class="small">Quote:</font>
Being a happier person starts with finding out who you really are, somewhat of a self discovery. Find one thing that you enjoy more than anything else and make it your passion. Whenever you are depressed you can do this activity and it will probably make you feel better. </div></font></blockquote><font class="post"> I've been trying that. I can't seem to find what I really want to do. I'm one of those people who like to be around others and I try to get my bf to do things with me, but he's big into his hobby (salt water aquariums) and I try to get into it with him, but it's not my thing. He even says I need to find a hobby. I usually find myself watching t.v. a lot. I get to the point where if I'm laying on the couch for a log time watching, I just don't feel like doing anything. |
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#7
Jun 07, 2005, 06:51 AM
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</font><blockquote><div id="quote"><font class="small">Quote:</font>
I have the same problem as you with the therapy and meds not working out. By the way, I'm Carolyn I hope you like it here. Take care! -Carolyn. </div></font></blockquote><font class="post"> Hi Carolyn, nice to meet you! Maybe we can find a way to work thru our problems by helping each other. I wish you luck!
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Jun 07, 2005, 07:49 PM
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(((((((((((((((((((((((((((Sim))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))
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Jun 07, 2005, 10:20 PM
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</font><blockquote><div id="quote"><font class="small">Quote:</font>
(((((((((((((((((((((((((((Sim)))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) </div></font></blockquote><font class="post"> Awww thanks... and right back at ya! 
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#10
Jun 10, 2005, 12:43 PM
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wow! it sounds like you're talking about me!
i am also new to the boards... diagnosed with depression and ptsd in nov 2002... i am on meds right now, but it doesnt feel like they are really working well... or maybe it's just ME!! :-( anyway, thought i'd reply and just let you know that you are sooo NOT alone! sending hugs your way shelley
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#11
Jun 11, 2005, 08:07 AM
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I thought I already posted this.. but I lost it..lol...
Anyways, Cali, may I ask what meds you are on? I know it can be tough finding the right ones. I'm no expert, but I don't think they were really working for me. Sometimes I wonder what they are really supposed to do. I felt happy when I was on them, but that was becaus I was usually in a deep depression right before them. I usually go thru cycles. Really happy, deep depression, back to happy... even when off of the pills. I know it sounds like bipolar possibly, but I was checked fro that. Anyways, We all really should stick together and help each other out. I really think that this may be the only way I can get help. And I really want to get all the help I can get. I'll help you all as best as I can too... |
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