Posted by SLS on January 9, 2007, at 5:47:50
In reply to Follow up, posted by willyee on January 8, 2007, at 11:39:30
I know it sounds harsh, but Notfred makes some points worth considering.
That said, there was a time when I did some pretty crazy things with drugs, even while under the care of a doctor. Of course, it was without his consent.
Desperation can lead a man to do desperate things.
Try not to reach states of desperation. Know that you will get well. There are too many drug combinations available for you not to. Take things one step at a time. Create logical algorithms and stick to them. Understand the time that these algorithms will take, and accept it. While you are in the process of your drug trials, try to distract yourself with living life in the moment, despite your depression, and don't try to micromanage your dosing. Allow 3 weeks after dosage adjustments before evaluating the results and making further adjustments. Try not to look at your depression under a microscope all of the time. Again, try to live in the moment and participate as much as possible. You might as well. You have nothing else better to do. Use all of what little you currently have to work with, and recognize the tremendous personal achievement in doing so. You have some genuine reasons to remain hopeful.
- Scott
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