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Posted by jlynne on March 14, 2004, at 0:23:54
In reply to Re: Redirected Lexaproers, posted by mrs c on March 13, 2004, at 19:45:19
mrs. c, I am glad you are still here. The night that Dr. Bob first started redirecting us, I had a major anxiety attack. I didn't know how to get from the new thread to anywhere. I cried myself to sleep that night, and thought I had lost my new-found support forever. It was so difficult for me to get the courage to start posting and then I messed up so soon afterward.
Now I am embarrassed at how simple it is to jump around in here, but it took most of last night to figure it out. I'm glad Mystic found me - she kind of held me together while I was trying to figure it out (but it was kind of like the blind leading the blind).
I'm sorry if I tend to run on. You asked for some background . . . I am 54yrs old and I take Lexapro for depression/anxiety and some OCD. I am in my 5th week, and just increased to 15mg a couple days ago; I take Lorazepam at night to help me sleep (I tend to obsess after I go to bed).
I had a major breakdown when I was 26yrs old and have been in and out of therapy and on and off meds several times since. I gave up on the meds about 5 yrs ago. I am on again (meds) because I have just recently been through a divorce (together 17 yrs - he left last summer for another woman . . .) and after the holidays, I just couldn't seem to stop crying. I just felt like an old discarded rag. I have been very apprehensive about getting my hopes up for the Lexapro, but I feel encouraged by all the support I have found here (even though I was just reading and not participating the first month). Now I better stop or I'm afraid you'll be sorry you asked:) You can probably tell I'm feeling kind of wired right now. Thank you for writing. jlynne
Posted by jlynne on March 14, 2004, at 0:30:04
In reply to mrs. c, posted by jlynne on March 14, 2004, at 0:23:54
I am in Pacific time - where are you?? jlynne
Posted by mystic on March 14, 2004, at 9:05:51
In reply to For Mystic, posted by Journeyman on March 13, 2004, at 23:28:55
Wow Journeyman...Thank you so much...I dont know who you are but you sure do have a way with words and I think that I've said that before..I need a therapist just like you..hahahah...I thank you for responding and remembering what I was going through so that you could bring me back to realizing that I have come a ways since 5 weeks ago..God bless you...you are an angel and I thank you...I'm assuming that you have made it through the darkness and you come on to help others...Would you mind giving some background as to your journey...Its nice to be able to have a bit of history....Thank you and you are great Have a great day...and thanks for caring...Mystic
Posted by Dr. Bob on March 14, 2004, at 9:17:08
In reply to mrs. c, posted by jlynne on March 14, 2004, at 0:23:54
> I ... was very disturbed to see that everyone has been redirected here... I will start coming here now. I guess I will still check the other site to help any new people who may need some support.
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> Mrs. C> mrs. c, I am glad you are still here. The night that Dr. Bob first started redirecting us, I had a major anxiety attack. I didn't know how to get from the new thread to anywhere. I cried myself to sleep that night, and thought I had lost my new-found support forever. It was so difficult for me to get the courage to start posting and then I messed up so soon afterward.
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> I'm glad Mystic found me - she kind of held me together while I was trying to figure it out (but it was kind of like the blind leading the blind).
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> jlynneSorry again about how disruptive that was. I'm glad you all stuck it out, supported each other through it, and found each other here. And it would be great if you kept checking the other board, too, either because you have your own medication-related questions or just to help out other folks. Thanks,
Bob
Posted by wantinfo on March 14, 2004, at 12:54:21
In reply to Re: Redirected Lexaproers, posted by mrs c on March 13, 2004, at 19:45:19
im totally confused, whats the new site now? where do i go?
im now on the 6th day of 15mg. i feel ok. still somewhat fuzzy and disoriented. overall im ending up my 5th week.
hows everyone?
emily
Posted by kateincali on March 14, 2004, at 13:10:48
In reply to Re: Redirected Lexaproers, posted by wantinfo on March 14, 2004, at 12:54:21
Yes, I think this is the new site...although I just started posting here, so I'm pretty clueless.
Today I totally freaked myself out by finding this awful site on all the terrible side effects from Lexapro. I think it was an "anti-medication" site, but none-the-less...it got me thinking.
I have midterms this week. I'm in grad school (I think I told you that?!) And...I'm really worried about having a clear enough head b/c of the meds to do well on my exams. I'm also really scared of losing my creativity. I'm afraid that by taking medications I'll "lose my edge" so to speak.
Anyway I'm glad I found this place...it gives me a little release.
Why are you on Lexapro?
Posted by jlynne on March 14, 2004, at 13:21:47
In reply to Re: Redirected Lexaproers, posted by wantinfo on March 14, 2004, at 12:54:21
> im totally confused, whats the new site now? where do i go?
>
> im now on the 6th day of 15mg. i feel ok. still somewhat fuzzy and disoriented. overall im ending up my 5th week.
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> hows everyone?
> emilyEmily, this is the new "site"; it is actually just a new thread. Some of us got confused when we were redirected, and didn't know how to maneuver around the board - we finally figured it out and started this thread. Glad you found us.
I am on my 4th day of increasing to 15mg, and like you, am near the end of my 5th week. Am also feeling fuzzy and disoriented, i.e. walking into the bathroom instead of the kitchen, putting conditioner on my hair before shampooing, etc.
I remember it was like this when I first started, and it got better. But it feels like I am starting over, and I have this fear that I will just keep increasing and starting over and never get over that proverbial "hump". Do you feel that way, too?
But the encouragement I have found here has given me the hope I need to keep trying. Thank you for being part of that:) ...jlynne
Posted by kateincali on March 14, 2004, at 13:22:43
In reply to Redirected Lexaproers, posted by jlynne on March 13, 2004, at 1:31:16
think I finally found the right place.
So thanks so sharing with me, I can definitely relate to what you said about brushing things off with laughter. I tend to do that quite a bit.I went to a dinner party last night where my brother was in attendance and I could tell that he was concerned about me. I look really tired and didn't eat much, but couldn't get myself to tell him how down I was feeling. I come from this "perfect" family...and just can't get myself to reach out to people, even though I know it would be a lot better for me. I guess I've just been faking it for so long, it's hard to be authentic with anyone.
You said that you opened up to a patient the other day...may I ask what you do? Hope you are doing well today, enjoy the remainder of the weekend. -Kate
Posted by jlynne on March 14, 2004, at 13:50:37
In reply to Re: Mrs C., posted by mystic on March 13, 2004, at 21:54:34
Some of you have expressed interest in starting a chat. I just found a message from Dr. Bob in another thread, and he gave this link for Psycho Babble Chat:
http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/psycho-babble-open/chat
I haven't been there, yet, but plan to check it out when I have time. ...jlynne
Posted by mystic on March 14, 2004, at 14:01:01
In reply to Mystic, posted by kateincali on March 14, 2004, at 13:22:43
Afternoon Kate....I am an office manager for a dental office...And have been there over 5 years so all the patients know me and my life and I know theirs...so they can tell when something might be a little off but most of the time nobody really knows...I find it weird how people do react some people are good about it but there are still others that kind of look at you like.."why dont you just be stronger" or something like that..and we all know that is not the point...and I do believe that once we get ourselves feeling better we will be better able to get into a good place and be able to work on things...I went shopping today had to get ready for the baby shower 2 weeks from today and it was ok...Really hate shopping which i'm sure most of us do...Now I'm just ready to vegitate and I think my husband is going to drag my butt to the gym...wahhh..Well hope you are having a good day and you are doing well..talk to you soon...Mystic..ps also you never know if your brother goes through the same things as you..it is hereditary you know..I have 2 brothers and a sister that deal with this...so they know and you might be surprised...If everyone thought that you were fine and didnt have these problems then you know for sure that they could be the same and you could just see what they want you to see...but must I go on and on you must be saying...I'm glad that you found the site and we can all support each other if you chose on to share outside...So just a thought..I'm really leaving now...Mystic
Posted by mystic on March 14, 2004, at 14:04:03
In reply to wantinfo, posted by jlynne on March 14, 2004, at 13:21:47
Afternoon jlynne...hope your day is going ok..Just got back from shopping and still have a terrible headache 2 days running...does anyone else have problems with migraines..was thinking it might also be that I do not take the xanax on the weekends and that might be the problem but dont want to take too much of anything if I can get away with it...But hope to catch up to you later...Mystic
Posted by jlynne on March 14, 2004, at 14:25:11
In reply to RE: jlynne, posted by mystic on March 14, 2004, at 14:04:03
Sorry to hear that you are having migraines. I used to get them regularly, years ago, and found out (after several years) it was withdrawal from my pain medication (the very medication I was taking for the migraines!) I only get them occasionally now. Anyway, you could be right that it is from not taking the Xanax.
Since starting Lex, I just kind of have a steady, dull ache that feels like the wired/tired thing. I feel for you - no one knows what a migraine is like until they have had one. I hope you find some relief today.
I am trying to remember to ask everyone this: what time zone are you in? I am in Pacific. I seem to be the last one posting at night . . . jlynne
Posted by mystic on March 14, 2004, at 16:01:44
In reply to Hi, Mystic, posted by jlynne on March 14, 2004, at 14:25:11
Hey I'm eastern standard time 3 hours later than you...that explains some things...hahahah...So husband dragged me to the gym and I worked out which is good I feel ok....Still have the slight headache...But will catch up to you later..Mystic
Posted by jlynne on March 14, 2004, at 19:08:50
In reply to Redirected Lexaproers, posted by jlynne on March 13, 2004, at 1:31:16
Hi, Magdalena . . . hope you find this message. Dr. Bob wants us to keep this kind of interaction in the "social club":)
I am feeling okay today - still a little fuzzy and disoriented. I just came in from working in my yard, and that picked me up. I am so glad for some nice weather.
I'm glad to hear the anxiety is getting better; it can be so disabling sometimes. I have done things under anxiety that I would never even consider doing normally.
I have felt like having a beer at times lately, but I am so afraid that it will make the depression worse the next day. I guess we all have to find our own way to cope. I hope you have a nice birthday - is it soon? . . . jlynne
P.S. I forgot to ask you - what time zone are you in? I am in Pacific time.
Posted by jlynne on March 14, 2004, at 19:25:06
In reply to RE: jlynne, posted by mystic on March 14, 2004, at 16:01:44
> Hey I'm eastern standard time 3 hours later than you...that explains some things...hahahah...So husband dragged me to the gym and I worked out which is good I feel ok....Still have the slight headache...But will catch up to you later..Mystic
That does explain some things:)
Something that helps my migraines - get a wet towel, take a deep breath, blow strongly and steadily into the towel so that the towel resists your breath. Move to a cool spot on the towel and do it again. Repeat this several times and see if it helps at all. I sometimes have to do it for a few minutes. Good luck. . . . jlynne
P.S. did you see my post about the Psycho Babble Chat site?
Posted by mystic on March 14, 2004, at 19:56:51
In reply to RE: jlynne, posted by jlynne on March 14, 2004, at 19:25:06
Hello...yes I got your note on the chat and that would be fine for me...I have aol think I looked it up and it is under yahoo..not sure If I can download that or not..but let me know when you find out...Hope you are feeling good...I'm doing ok sunday nights are bad because have to work on monday but mondays are ok because keeps you busy...so confusing sometimes...Well hope that everyone has an enjoyable night and talk to everyone soon...Mystic...ps I really miss lexy...k..lynne..and all the others think everyone went on vacation at the same time...I hope they find us all when they get back
Posted by jlynne on March 14, 2004, at 21:03:42
In reply to RE: jlynne, posted by mystic on March 14, 2004, at 19:56:51
Good night, Mystic. Sweet dreams. [**I have been having pleasant dreams once in awhile, since I started Lex - - a new thing for me.**] Don't worry about lexy and the others . . . we will keep checking the other site and we will spot them when they come back.
I know what you mean about work keeping you busy. It has been my job that has kept me from going over the edge these last several months. Have a good Monday:) . . . jlynne
Posted by Mrs. C on March 14, 2004, at 21:42:04
In reply to For Mrs C, posted by Journeyman on March 13, 2004, at 22:53:09
Journeyman,
Gee, that means so much to me. Especially coming from someone as thought provoking as you are. I am feeling better and thanks for your encouragement! Last time we heard from you your doc had declared you "cured". I am hoping that things are still going well for you, you deserve it! Mrs. C
Posted by Mrs. C on March 14, 2004, at 21:52:23
In reply to mrs. c, posted by jlynne on March 14, 2004, at 0:23:54
Hey there,
Thanks for your really honest post. I imagine that it's not easy to admit those things about yourself. I am glad you did. I am 38 years old and a mother of 2 girls. I have been married for 15 years. I am on Lexapro because of OCD that resulted in anxiety and depression thanks to my obsessive thoughts. I obsess about health problems. Mind you, I don't have any that I know of. I just take symptoms and turn them into serious diseases and obsess over them to the extreme. I am in therapy now for the first time in my life and am looking forward to learning more about why I do this to myself. Also wondering how to stop doing it. Lex has helped so much but it's still creeps back more often than I would like.It sounds like you have had a pretty difficult time. I really hope and pray that this time will be the defining moment for you! You sound like a wonderful and caring woman and I am glad you found this board. I was upset too when I noticed that Dr. Bob was redirecting us. I have been coming here for 5 months on a daily basis. This place is where I can be me, faults and all. I feel excepted for who I am without judgements. It's really cool that totally different people with totally different backrounds and problems can come here and feel at home.
I guess I can really ramble on too. Sorry.
Bye for now. Mrs. C
Posted by Mrs. C on March 14, 2004, at 21:53:06
In reply to P.S. mrs c . . ., posted by jlynne on March 14, 2004, at 0:30:04
I am just east of Buffalo, NY!
Posted by Mrs. C on March 14, 2004, at 21:55:10
In reply to Re: Redirected Lexaproers, posted by wantinfo on March 14, 2004, at 12:54:21
Honey, you're already here. Keep posting and we'll keep replying! Glad you found us! Mrs. C
Posted by Mrs. C on March 14, 2004, at 21:58:42
In reply to Hi Emily, posted by kateincali on March 14, 2004, at 13:10:48
Hi kate, hope it's okay to call you kate.
When I first began Lexapro I felt very disoriented and spaced out. I am in my first year of college. Not quite grad school, but...I did extremely well on all of my finals that semester. I think I worked harder knowing that I felt out of it. My memory worked fine and so did my creativity. I wrote some great essays if I do say so myself! Good luck to you and don't let the self-doubt get to you. You can do it! Mrs. CP.S. These weird feelings go away quickly, you'll see.
Posted by Mrs. C on March 14, 2004, at 22:05:26
In reply to RE: jlynne, posted by mystic on March 14, 2004, at 16:01:44
Hey Mystic,
You sound wonderful!!! I can tell that you are doing better. YEAH!! Thank God for husbands that make us work out don't ya think? Tomorrow night is a gym night for me. I am feeling really good today and want to share my happiness! I cleaned all day and cooked and did 4 loads of laundry and homework and now it's 11 and I need to get some sleep. Tomorrow is a staff development day at school and we have meetings all day. Yuck and boring. I'll talk to you tomorrow. Mrs. C
Posted by mystic on March 14, 2004, at 22:09:51
In reply to Mystic!, posted by Mrs. C on March 14, 2004, at 22:05:26
Hey Mrs. C. Was just reading the posts and thought that you forgot about me...but you didnt...Glad that you had a good weekend...you sound really really good...think that worst of the upping on dosage is over???.hopefully...Well I'm off to bed also hoping we all have a great week and very grateful that I have everyone in the posts.....Bless you all and talk to you soon...Mystic
Posted by Mrs. C on March 14, 2004, at 22:13:07
In reply to RE: jlynne, posted by mystic on March 14, 2004, at 19:56:51
Mystic, I was just wondering where they all were. We are missing quite a few people. Hope they return soon. I miss them too. Mrs. C
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