Thank you for replying. I think I do need some extra support but even asking for it seems the most difficult step and terrifiying scary. I did make a GP appointment a few months back. It’s hard to explain how I’m feeling. It’s like I’m freefalling and I’ve lost all control? (I know I haven’t but it’s how I feel)@Good Egg I’m sorry for what you are going through. I think most of us on this thread have felt some of what you describe. It’s such a very hard place to be, especially as you look around to what “should” be your natural supports (friends, family) and find it lacking. I think, personally, fear and uncertainty is a big factor in depression. Humans are wired to react to fear and the unknown creates an unsettling feeling. But when it’s long term and unresolved, it wears on us and can create those feelings you describe. Lack of sleep and nightmares and your recent loss adds to it. Would you consider talking to a dr about it? If only for a short term solution to help you get some rest and feel a bit better?
Those are the exact words you need to use.It’s like I’m freefalling and I’ve lost all control?
Oh I know. It’s so draining just getting through a day, and the thought of picking up a phone and making an appointment and actually attending said appointment can feel like just too much. Just take the first step. Would it help to think of it as something you wouldn’t hesitate to do to help a friend? Make a call on their behalf if they were in need? You need to be that friend for yourself.Thank you for replying. I think I do need some extra support but even asking for it seems the most difficult step and terrifiying scary. I did make a GP appointment a few months back. It’s hard to explain how I’m feeling. It’s like I’m freefalling and I’ve lost all control? (I know I haven’t but it’s how I feel)
Hi lovely, I was wondering about you, haven't seen you post for ages.Hi lovelies, hope everyone is managing somehow to keep going despite the shit days.
I haven’t posted much on here under this name but did under @Pollyanna263
Long story but had to start a new account, and was avoiding posting on here for various reasons. Have given myself a talking to and am trying to engage here a bit more as the lovely people here definitely helped me feel less alone
I’ve finally after much longer than anticipated swapped from Venlafaxine to Amitriptyline and am on day 5 of no ven plus 100mg amitrip. Bloody hell it’s a shit mix of withdrawal and new side effects
Has anyone here taken Amitriptyline? I’m struggling from early afternoon and I’m trying to work out if it’s the Amitrip wearing off, as I’m taking it at night - so logically I’m thinking by this time of day when I’m feeling spaced out / headache / blurred vision / increased heart rate it might be that wearing off?
Just hoping to sense check with anyone else that might have experienced the same - or with a different tricyclic antid.
Sorry for the long post
Hello lovely just saw your post on here. I’ve suffered depression on and off from childhood after my brother died and have felt suicidal in the past. I was originally put on Dosulepin which worked for me but was pulled from shelves because of heart concerns, although many argued it worked for them and they’d been fine on it for many years without any problems. I was then put on various anti depressants, including Amitriptyline and they all made me feel so much worse, like a headless chicken and I said never again would I try another one. Then a new GP suggested I try one more anti depressant Mirtazapine 15mg, but break the tablet in half and just have 7.5mg, or even a quarter until my body got used to it. I was reluctant at first but wish I‘d tried that one before as I didn’t have any headless chicken feelings, just tiredness. It’s also used for anxiety so helps calm you. I’m not on anything now but I wouldn’t hesitate to go on that again as it worked wonders for me but I appreciate it’s not for everyone but thought it worth sharing. I hope you find something that works for you ASAPHi lovelies, hope everyone is managing somehow to keep going despite the shit days.
I haven’t posted much on here under this name but did under @Pollyanna263
Long story but had to start a new account, and was avoiding posting on here for various reasons. Have given myself a talking to and am trying to engage here a bit more as the lovely people here definitely helped me feel less alone
I’ve finally after much longer than anticipated swapped from Venlafaxine to Amitriptyline and am on day 5 of no ven plus 100mg amitrip. Bloody hell it’s a shit mix of withdrawal and new side effects
Has anyone here taken Amitriptyline? I’m struggling from early afternoon and I’m trying to work out if it’s the Amitrip wearing off, as I’m taking it at night - so logically I’m thinking by this time of day when I’m feeling spaced out / headache / blurred vision / increased heart rate it might be that wearing off?
Just hoping to sense check with anyone else that might have experienced the same - or with a different tricyclic antid.
Sorry for the long post
Yes! One of my medications depletes my vitamins so much. I still get unwell incredibly easily despite taking supplements for about a year now. It's important for physical health too, getting sick often adds to my depression and motivation. Especially in winter too when most people are low on vitamin D.Also important to note to MH sufferers, many medications (as well as stress) including contraceptive pill/HRT, anti depressants etc can deplete vital nutrients/vitamins/minerals making you even more susceptible to depression and anxiety. So making sure you get enough of the nutrients depleted can also make a big difference, I’ve found that from firsthand experience and a lot of research over the years.
You probably already know this but if you don’t be sure you‘re getting enough magnesium because your body needs magnesium to absorb and regulate vitamin D and vitamin D depletes magnesium. I take a spray vitamin D especially in the winter months. Also people taking a multi-vitamin will assume they get enough Magnesium but it’s often a very small dose in a multivit. As with everything check it’s right for you.I am trying so hard to ride this out but I can't do anything. I've spent three days just sitting, not doing much. I haven't even been able to do my washing which has been sitting in the washer for two days.
Yes! One of my medications depletes my vitamins so much. I still get unwell incredibly easily despite taking supplements for about a year now. It's important for physical health too, getting sick often adds to my depression and motivation. Especially in winter too when most people are low on vitamin D.
I'm so scared I don't no where to startI just tonight accepted I need help
Big hug. There’s so many of us here who have gone through the same process, you are not alone. Get an emergency appointment at the GP. I was terrified too about asking for help, but my GP was so supportive and I only wish I had gone sooner. XI just tonight accepted I need help
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I'm so scared I don't no where to start
So sorry I’ve only just seen your comment. Bless your@Jwren, I've been reading the Nicole Bulley thread, haven't commented on it, but wanted to wish you and @LennyBriscoe all the best and thank you for sharing, that must have taken alot xx
Flip that around - I took the dog out todayDon't know where to start tbh, I had a good week for me last week, then it went tits up over the weekend, I've ended up staying in the bed today, apart from taking my dog out, it's no wonder I'm a pessimist, something always bite you in the arse.
I do try, but sometimes it's bleddy hard, and I'm in that space at the moment xFlip that around - I took the dog out today
I totally get that xI do try, but sometimes it's bleddy hard, and I'm in that space at the moment x
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