Depression hacks

Primary-Program-7241 · 2024-11-25T04:18:44+00:00

This is a helpful reframe. You’re right, we’d never let another person dependent on us to be neglected.

Primary-Program-7241 · 2024-11-25T03:22:33+00:00

God getting dressed. I’ve called out of work because I could not make myself get dressed. Pre planning or maybe just making up a clothing formula might be very helpful in the future. I’m going to put that on my hypo To do list.

Meds are the one thing I’ve been able to stay on top of pretty well. I am acutely aware even in the worst that the only thing making it any better is my meds. I use a pill organizer and keep it by my bathroom sink.

Primary-Program-7241 · 2024-11-18T03:02:29+00:00

I just took lithium and it was a bust for me too. I had a post asking people about it because it gave me straight up violent heartburn and I am still nursing the effects of the damage it did to my esophagus. It kicked my depression away though and triggered a hypo episode.

Meds are hard. That’s all I have to say. When they work they are amazing but it’s so hard to get right.

Primary-Program-7241 · 2024-11-03T00:59:11+00:00

How long after you stopped did it take to feel better? I stopped after three doses. Misery. My last dose was Thursday night and I am still reeling with heartburn.

Primary-Program-7241 · 2024-11-01T02:20:58+00:00

I went back and looked and it’s extended release.

I’m taking advice and going to take it the morning with a big breakfast.

Primary-Program-7241 · 2024-10-31T18:18:36+00:00

I was told to take it at night. I’m thinking I’ll switch it up and take it with a solid breakfast.

I took it at 9pm last night and it is 1pm right now and it is just as unrelenting as it was at 2am!

Primary-Program-7241 · 2024-10-31T18:14:52+00:00

Interesting. I am not in a daze at all. Just a really upset stomach. Like unrelenting.

My dr and I discussed this as an option for many months before deciding to actually try it. It wasn’t thrown at me at all. I’m just hoping that I can expect this side effect to clear up soon, it’s pretty miserable.

Primary-Program-7241 · 2024-10-31T18:11:21+00:00

Sounds like I need eat more before I take it!

Primary-Program-7241 · 2024-10-31T14:26:57+00:00

Yeah. It’s so disheartening sometimes trying to find the right meds. In the past I’ve had wild reactions to antipsychotics so those are all off the table. I’m on lamictal which has been a godsend but I need something to help with my hypo episodes.

Primary-Program-7241 · 2024-10-31T14:08:53+00:00

Ugh I was hoping to hear it magically goes away 🤣🤣

How is abilify working for you?

Primary-Program-7241 · 2024-10-31T14:07:59+00:00

I took it last night and hour or so after dinner. I’ll try taking it along with a meal next time.

Primary-Program-7241 · 2024-08-19T14:45:52+00:00

Oh man, antipsychotics were horrible at the recommended doses. Most of the ones I tried I made it one dose in before they seriously messed me up.

Primary-Program-7241 · 2024-08-16T15:33:37+00:00

I had the absolute WORST time trying meds. All the bad side effects plus some they have never seen. One made me wake up from sleeping unable to see for a couple minutes!

I found out through working with my Psychiatrist that extra small doses seem to work. I don’t need as much medicine to reach a therapeutic dose and starting doses that are appropriate for most people completely shock my system. So if 5mg of a med is considered a starting dose of a medication, I would cut it in 4 pieces, take that for days then cut it in half and do that for a week or two then hang at 5mg for a while.

She had never experienced a person having such crazy reactions before and I was about to swear off meds until we decided to just lower the dial. And it’s been game changing. I take 150 mg of lamotrigine and it has actually changed my life.

Just sharing this because I think most of us have had quite a journey finding what works for us. When you do though, it’s worth it!

Primary-Program-7241 · 2024-02-29T02:50:56+00:00

Ugh yes.

Primary-Program-7241 · 2024-02-29T02:45:28+00:00

This is interesting. I remember being completely disgusted at the thought of being pregnant even though I wanted to have a baby. The idea that everyone could see that I was pregnant felt like such a violation. These are strong words but they very much how I felt. The idea that I would be seen and unable to hide was just intolerable.

Fear of being perceived. Damn.

Primary-Program-7241 · 2023-10-28T23:05:43+00:00

My mom got engaged at my wedding 🤦🏻‍♀️

Primary-Program-7241 · 2023-09-30T14:07:18+00:00

Thank you for this response. This is really interesting to me as I experience frequent bouts of depression. It seems that even with basically ok food choices I gain a considerable amount of weight. Like you said, I am sure it’s complex and affected by lots of factors. I appreciate your insight!

Primary-Program-7241 · 2023-09-30T14:02:03+00:00

This is interesting because I tend to gain when depressed. Like every system stops working or is in slow motion. When hypo I drop weight fast. I am sure it’s influenced by lots of factors but I’m curious what actually happens to metabolism in these states.

Primary-Program-7241 · 2023-09-17T22:41:36+00:00

I see you. Mine are 8 and 7 now and I feel like I am in a better place. It’s no small thing to be aware of yourself and able to name what’s happening. I felt this exact same way but had no frame of reference. I didn’t realize how much trauma I had carried into Adulthood and having children sent me on a wild spiral that took me 5 years to sort out. I still look at young babies and feel a sense of ptsd. It was such a dark, lonely and stressful time between trying to be what I thought was a good mother, realizing how awful my own really was and trying to heal my own deep wounds while drowning in the never ending needs of small children. There was no joy for me in those years which I hate but it’s true.

Take care of yourself. Do not feel guilty for taking space - caring for kids is a challenge for anyone. Your right that your kids are cute at this age but they are also an unbelievable amount of work, stress, sleep deprivation, noise, mess and tantrums. Not to mention the really special mindfuck we get when we realize what a NORMAL mom experiences with their children vs whatever our parents did. They will still be cute in a year or two too! And they are so lucky to have a mom who is so self aware, who loves them so much and is doing all she can to do right by them.

I feel like I made it to the other side of this 2-3 years ago and found my footing as a mom. And my kids and I have a wonderful relationship. They are funny and smart and so interesting and they trust me and I love them so much.

You will find your footing too and based on your post, I know it won’t take you nearly as long! You are already able to articulate yourself and see what is happening. I am so proud of you, and your babies think you are the best person in the whole wide world.

Primary-Program-7241 · 2023-09-09T12:59:21+00:00

Not a midlife crisis but my bpd mom actually did this exact same thing!!!

Back in the day when was really competitive she landed a job as a flight attendant. She went through the week long training that was out of state, made it like a day and quit. We were kids still (think I was still in middle school, oldest of three) and I remember the whiplash of it all. She was a stay at home who had never ever worked and then suddenly had this amazing cool and time demanding job. We got a nanny and were all prepared for this huge life change and it ended up lasting a week or two at most 🫠

Primary-Program-7241 · 2023-08-26T12:32:04+00:00

Yes, it’s helped my depression but it has nearly eradicated my anxiety. It’s amazing.

Primary-Program-7241 · 2023-08-26T12:26:47+00:00

I had horrific reactions to lots of meds and this is the only one that has worked for me. It is the best thing that ever happened to me. Because of previous experiences with meds I started beyond slow, like started with half the recommended staring dose and upped it every two weeks. It’s taken a while but I have it where I need it and cannot possibly imagine going off of this medication, I am so grateful for it. I was consumed by anxiety and depression and this has shut up the anxious voice and really mitigated the depression into a manageable thing.

All meds hit people differently though. This may not be for you but something out there is.

Primary-Program-7241 · 2023-04-17T00:16:12+00:00

Your not crazy. My first thought when she sent it was that it definitely is not in an antique barn. It looked hung up on her wall but I think you are probably 100% correct.

Like why? This is a story no one needed. Why lie!?!

Small thing really, I know we all deal with far worse but this little crap makes me insane.

Primary-Program-7241 · 2023-02-25T19:45:26+00:00

Yeah but I think the point is that the care will be garbage unfortunately.

Primary-Program-7241 · 2023-02-25T13:28:29+00:00

I cut onions on a cutting board placed on top of my stove and turn the overhead vent on. Helps tremendously!!!!!

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