[BeautifulDisaster67]

I have BPD, Bipolar type 2, seasonal affective, and PTSD...that's a lot for one person to handle. I've been through so many medications and only Lexapro, Lamictal, and Abilify have worked. Lexapro stopped working. I don't know how much long I can go on feeling like I feel. I'm severely depressed, extremely anxious, irritable, can't sleep, etc...
So now I am seriously considering ECT therapy. I have always thought ECT was insane...I wouldn't even think about doing it. But now it's become a real possibility. Anything to help me!

[ChangingMyMind]

Hey @beautifuldisaster67 I also feel the same way about ECT. I feel like it's insane and will never be an option for me but I have also been severely depressed, and extremely anxious and really haven't been able to stay on meds due to side effects. So I understand! I am still hoping to do TMS one more time as a Booster but if that doesn't work I have to try what few meds I have left to try and trust me there are not many left. And I have also asked myself if none of this works will I do ECT and the truth is it will be hard to accept but if it ends up being my last resort then yes I will absolutely do it because living in a severe deep depression is no way to live and if there is any hope at all I am willing to do what I have to do to get better.

I know it's hard but if the doctors think ECT will be good for you then it may be worth it. I think the most important thing to do is to be sure you understand the possible outcomes 100% before committing. It's too invasive not to be completely prepared.

I wish you the very best and hope you find the relief you're looking for!

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[BeautifulDisaster67]

Thank you so much for your support!! I know how you feel too. I talked to my psychiatrist today about it...he's supportive and recommended someone to me. I trust his opinion.

[ringtailcat]

ECT worked for me in helping decrease my depression the first time. The second time we had to stop due to the migraines with each session. I THINK the first time was single sided & the second one was dual & that's why I had different reactions. worth talking to your P-doc about... Good luck

Hi there. I just finished my third ECT treatment and can honestly say I'm starting to feel better. My depression was beyond severe. I can tell a difference - - a little more optimistic and enthusiastic about life, more hopeful. Keep us posted about whether you give it a try, how it goes, etc.

[NuXuXu]

I too have been getting desperate and considering ECT. I don't know how much longer I can't keep living this way. All I want to do is just get each day over with. I look forward to nothing. I have no interest in leaving the house. I am always tired. I sleep 8 hours at night and nap 2 hours in the afternoon and still have zero energy or motivation or focus.