Posted by ShelliR on February 8, 2003, at 13:47:09
In reply to Please....give me a few words of hope, posted by Emme on February 8, 2003, at 8:11:55
Hi Emme,
I'm sorry you're feeling so badly. I don't think the right drug can just hand you self-esteem, but I think that the right combination of drugs (ADs +) can put you in a position where it is easier for you to see the good things about yourself and move forward (with your therapist) to get your life on a better track.
You say you have a good psychiatrist. Is she working on finding the best combination of drugs for you? You say in your post that you're weren't doing as badly when you last saw her AND that is wasn't so long ago.
Is it possible that you are forgetting that being this low isn't your state all the time, maybe just a really bad week for you? When we're in that black hole, we tend to lose all perspective. Can you call her or your therapist to help you regain some perspective and figure out a plan to jump start you out--like an extra appointment or a change in meds? In the mean time, remember that this is a temporary state and you need to hang in there. Gather all the strength and support you can and remember that we've all been there, and you too, will get through this.
Breathe deeply,
Shelli
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