Just spent my textbook money on a doctors visit and an SSRI prescription. Despite my holistic beliefs, I join the millions of medicated Americans.
Are our lives really that bad?
Hoping it makes a difference. I'm so very tired of the daily colossal battle to just be functional. Is it too much to dare hope to not have to struggle merely to exist?
Meanwhile I help make the makers of Lexapro rich. And in the process give up my love for well-crafted wine, beers, and Scotch.
What to do. I don't mind saying that I struggled with depression for 30 or more years. I have tried some of the antidepressants and I have to sadly say that they didn't work for me. Perhaps I didn't really give them a chance. But that doesn't mean they won't work for you. But - whatever you do - don't give up. After years of depression, I am the happiest I have ever been, and am on no meds at all anymore. (could have been hormonal for me) It was a struggle, believe me...and I feel for u. I know u will come through the other end of the tunnel....I am rooting for you.
ReplyDeleteI'm proud of you. :o)
ReplyDeleteHey, there's no shame in trying to take care of yourself. SSRI's can sometimes be really helpful, so I say do what you need to do.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the support. It's been tough. I feel like starting a prescription is in some way admitting that all these problems are my fault. Now THAT is a tough pill to swallow.
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