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Posted by tepi on August 23, 2010, at 0:06:48
What would you do , if no med seems to work in your life? . I have this kind of social phobia , thats what I think , I cant be me with the people , I cant talk to them , I feel a lot of fear. I havent took my meds in 2 months (Nardil) , I have only taken tafil daily.Should I keep trying new meds? I also dont like doctors but should I see a new one? . I have taken a long list of meds and see a lot of doctors.
I tried to killed myself in the past , 13 years ago , the idea have been here during that day but i have done nothing. I dont have a good reason to live. Im alone in this life . My parents are the only one who care about me but I cant even talk with them , Im also "afraid" of them or I dont know how to define this feeling
Ive never been on drugs like mariguana or cocaine
Alcohol has help in somewayPlease give me an advice
Posted by Christ_empowered on August 23, 2010, at 2:19:46
In reply to what to do ?, posted by tepi on August 23, 2010, at 0:06:48
I think you may need to explore non-medical AND medical options. Nardil is an effective anti-anxiety drug, but you might be better served (at least in the short-term) by using something else, maybe a benzo (?) .
Whatever you do, don't give up; there really is a light at the end of the tunnel. I've gone through psychosis, mania, severe depression, anxiety much like yours...and I've come out of it kinda-sorta OK (I know, its not like I'm on top of the world or anything, but I am doing a lot better). I want you to know that I care, God cares, and other people care what happens to you. Please consult with a doctor about your meds, see about some sort of psychotherapy, try alternative therapies....you're really not out of options just yet.
Good luck.
Posted by Phillipa on August 23, 2010, at 12:24:36
In reply to what to do ?, posted by tepi on August 23, 2010, at 0:06:48
Tepi where have you been five months without nardil? What is that tafil you mention? And you're working? Love Phillipa
Posted by ed_uk2010 on August 23, 2010, at 14:35:36
In reply to what to do ?, posted by tepi on August 23, 2010, at 0:06:48
Hi Tepi,
Do you see a therapist/psychologist? You mention not responding to medication, but you don't mention any psychological treatments.
Posted by tepi on August 24, 2010, at 0:24:44
In reply to Re: what to do ?, posted by ed_uk2010 on August 23, 2010, at 14:35:36
> Hi Tepi,
>
> Do you see a therapist/psychologist? You mention not responding to medication, but you don't mention any psychological treatments.
>Hi ed
I was looking one , but it dint work either, I dont believe she was a good therapist. I cant imagine how a therapist can help me , we just talk but the problem is that I cant talk
Most frustrating is that I seem like a normal person to most of people and doctors, but they dont know how much suffering it is inside of me and I cant explain anybody this . its very frustatingare u still studying? do you think england is a good place to live? Iam now italian too so the idea of leaving to europe its on my mind, at leat when I feel a little normal
Posted by tepi on August 24, 2010, at 0:31:38
In reply to don't give up, posted by Christ_empowered on August 23, 2010, at 2:19:46
> I think you may need to explore non-medical AND medical options. Nardil is an effective anti-anxiety drug, but you might be better served (at least in the short-term) by using something else, maybe a benzo (?) .
>Yes Im on benzos in this moment too
> Whatever you do, don't give up; there really is a light at the end of the tunnel. I've gone through psychosis, mania, severe depression, anxiety much like yours...and I've come out of it kinda-sorta OK (I know, its not like I'm on top of the world or anything, but I am doing a lot better). I want you to know that I care, God cares, and other people care what happens to you. Please consult with a doctor about your meds, see about some sort of psychotherapy, try alternative therapies....you're really not out of options just yet.
>
> Good luck.
>
I dont know what to expect from life now, I need a magic pill maybe. There is someting wrong with my brain . I really dont know what to tell you
I feel very lonely , I woke up today very scared
just thinking that Im not able to function normally and that the time is passing , life is going on and I dont see something good. Maybe you understand me
Posted by tepi on August 24, 2010, at 0:35:15
In reply to Re: what to do ? » tepi, posted by Phillipa on August 23, 2010, at 12:24:36
> Tepi where have you been five months without nardil? What is that tafil you mention? And you're working? Love Phillipa
2 months off Nardil Phillipa . Tafil its a benzo
(diazepam) that is the way its called here in Mexico . I forgot the brandname in USA
Yes im working , I live to work , I have a lot of problems there but I still have a job , sounds like a miracle rigth...
Posted by sigismund on August 24, 2010, at 1:11:35
In reply to Re: what to do ?, posted by tepi on August 24, 2010, at 0:35:15
It is a minor miracle Tep that you can work, and in a responsible position.
>I dont know what to expect from life now, I need a magic pill maybe. There is someting wrong with my brain . I really dont know what to tell you
>I feel very lonely , I woke up today very scared
>just thinking that Im not able to function normally and that the time is passing , life is going on and I dont see something good. Maybe you understand meWell, when life is over and you are looking back, you at least want to be able to say that you did the best you could and that you didn't just throw it away.
I'm not going to say there is hope or that it will get better: it very well might or might not.
You may though feel some comfort out of knowing you lived as honourably as you could.I'd forget about normal.
Feeling as bad as you often do, it is natural that you will imagine other people to be more normal than they are.
You are lonely, but it is not impossible to find people who like and accept you as you are.
Posted by Phillipa on August 24, 2010, at 19:22:09
In reply to Re: what to do ? » tepi, posted by sigismund on August 24, 2010, at 1:11:35
Thanks Tepi for explaining what Tafil is and sorry about not getting the months right. Italian? Phillipa
Posted by tepi on August 26, 2010, at 23:50:22
In reply to Re: what to do ?, posted by Phillipa on August 24, 2010, at 19:22:09
> Thanks Tepi for explaining what Tafil is and sorry about not getting the months right. Italian? Phillipa
No problem Phillipa , yes Im italian too , I was not born there , but all my family came from Italy to live in Mex some years ago , so I could get my european citizen too :)
Posted by Phillipa on August 27, 2010, at 19:55:53
In reply to Re: what to do ? » Phillipa, posted by tepi on August 26, 2010, at 23:50:22
Tepi do you think you will do that? Phillipa
Posted by tepi on August 29, 2010, at 15:14:35
In reply to Re: what to do ? » tepi, posted by Phillipa on August 27, 2010, at 19:55:53
> Tepi do you think you will do that? Phillipa
what do you mean phillipa?? european citizenship?
Posted by ed_uk2010 on August 29, 2010, at 15:26:10
In reply to Re: what to do ? » Phillipa, posted by tepi on August 26, 2010, at 23:50:22
Hi Tepi,
Have you ever been to Italy? I have, but only briefly.
Posted by Phillipa on August 29, 2010, at 20:44:27
In reply to Re: what to do ? » Phillipa, posted by tepi on August 29, 2010, at 15:14:35
Tepi yes that is what I meant. European citizenship. Phillipa
Posted by tepi on September 1, 2010, at 0:10:33
In reply to Re: what to do ?, posted by ed_uk2010 on August 29, 2010, at 15:26:10
no ed , I have never visited italy . My brother has already moved to spain to live there , so maybe I will be traveling there soon
I hope to find a job there but the economical situation is not easy at europe in this moment rigth?
Posted by tepi on September 1, 2010, at 0:12:17
In reply to Re: what to do ? » tepi, posted by Phillipa on August 29, 2010, at 20:44:27
> Tepi yes that is what I meant. European citizenship. Phillipa
oh yes yes phillipa I already have it, so I can live and work there without a problem.
Maybe I could habe better healt care there right?
Posted by ed_uk2010 on September 1, 2010, at 5:47:21
In reply to Re: what to do ? » ed_uk2010, posted by tepi on September 1, 2010, at 0:10:33
> no ed , I have never visited italy . My brother has already moved to spain to live there , so maybe I will be traveling there soon
> I hope to find a job there but the economical situation is not easy at europe in this moment rigth?The economic situation in Europe is not great. It can be difficult to find a job.
Would you like to live in Spain Tepi? As far as I know, the quality of healthcare in Spain is pretty good. France, Spain, Italy, Germany and Scandinavia all have fairly good healthcare services. The UK is very good in some respects but poor in others. The Spanish must love pharmacies, there is literally one on every street!
Posted by Phillipa on September 1, 2010, at 19:35:32
In reply to Re: what to do ? » tepi, posted by ed_uk2010 on September 1, 2010, at 5:47:21
Ed didn't know that about Spain. What health care system do they follow? PJxxx
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