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Posted by University on May 26, 2005, at 14:54:04
I've been on Prozac and Ritalin for many years now, and haven't had a depression for over seven years. I take the occasional Klonopin (~1mg/month) for anxiety.
But I'm facing the possibilty of ending a two year relationship--one that I myself feel should probably end (i.e., i'm not being "dumped"). Nevertheless, while I know that profound grief, sadness, and anxiety is certainly merited here, I always find myself on that "verge" of going over the edge to depression--where it become all-encompassing, and eventually has nothing to do with the break-up pain.
I've been taking more Klonopin and Ritalin at certain times where I feel like I'm spiraling down--not to avoid pain, per se, but to avoid that certain sinking pain that has always precipitated my major dep. episodes. I'm going to see my pdoc soon to discuss this, and I'm sure he'll be supportive.
I just wondered whether anyone else had some advice on this matter. I'm also going back to my psychotherapist next week--I saw him for ten years, but feel I need to see him during this difficult and confusing time.
Thanks in advance for any insight :/
JM
Posted by Maxime on May 26, 2005, at 17:36:47
In reply to Temporary increase in meds while facing crisis??, posted by University on May 26, 2005, at 14:54:04
Hi. I'm sorry life isn't that great right for you. I think seeing your psychotherapist is the best thing you can do. Congrats on realising that is what you needed.
I know some people do increase their meds during a time of crisis. I think you have your psychotherapist assess you and take it from there.
All the best to you.
Maxime
> I've been on Prozac and Ritalin for many years now, and haven't had a depression for over seven years. I take the occasional Klonopin (~1mg/month) for anxiety.
>
> But I'm facing the possibilty of ending a two year relationship--one that I myself feel should probably end (i.e., i'm not being "dumped"). Nevertheless, while I know that profound grief, sadness, and anxiety is certainly merited here, I always find myself on that "verge" of going over the edge to depression--where it become all-encompassing, and eventually has nothing to do with the break-up pain.
>
> I've been taking more Klonopin and Ritalin at certain times where I feel like I'm spiraling down--not to avoid pain, per se, but to avoid that certain sinking pain that has always precipitated my major dep. episodes. I'm going to see my pdoc soon to discuss this, and I'm sure he'll be supportive.
>
> I just wondered whether anyone else had some advice on this matter. I'm also going back to my psychotherapist next week--I saw him for ten years, but feel I need to see him during this difficult and confusing time.
>
> Thanks in advance for any insight :/
>
> JM
Posted by Phillipa on May 26, 2005, at 18:54:13
In reply to Re: Temporary increase in meds while facing crisis » University, posted by Maxime on May 26, 2005, at 17:36:47
Maxime you're right on target! University, you're lucky to have a therapist you've seen for all those years. you must have a strong relationship by now. Fondly, Phillipa
Posted by stresser on May 28, 2005, at 21:52:36
In reply to Re: Temporary increase in meds while facing crisis, posted by Phillipa on May 26, 2005, at 18:54:13
You are doing the right thing. Going to the doctor with this is the first thing you do, after coming to the conclusion that you probably need to increase your medication. A good friend of mine, who is a doctor, told me to do the very thing at one time in my life. I know several people who have also done that and it's helped them out. They have backed off, and increased it again when needed. You deserve a Chocolate Muffin!! -L
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