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--Danny-- im stuck in a vicious cycle...i need some advice...things are complicated
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Hi everyone, I'm in struggle city..need some good advice... I grew up in a house where my parents were yelling/screaming/fighting...threats of suicide, separation, no money, I was always getting blamed for stuff...I was a referee between the two of t... View more

Hi everyone, I'm in struggle city..need some good advice... I grew up in a house where my parents were yelling/screaming/fighting...threats of suicide, separation, no money, I was always getting blamed for stuff...I was a referee between the two of them fighting since age 10...I remember saying to myself as a kid that I hated my life...fighting in public places...my parents said things & did things to each other that was awful for kids to see...I always wanted to run away from home...I guess my anxiety was forged into me then... When I turned 16, I started an apprenticeship...I started becoming an alcoholic straight away...binge drinking 4-5 days a week...living at home wasn't easy...I met my wife when I was aged 17, she was 15..we now have four beautiful children...I'm now 31 yrs old...still a binge drinker, & I have done some stupid things while under the influence of alcohol...mainly getting drunk & hanging with my friends...usually acting like a fool & waking up regretting everything I did or said... At age 24, I got hooked on weed & have smoked it daily since...when I started smoking, it calmed me at first...but after a while it caused extreme panic attacks, anxiety, depression...I've been on heaps of different anti depressants...one particular brand cured my illnesses for 2-3 yrs...I went off them once I was well...got depression again & had trouble sleeping...got anti depressants to help me sleep..I recently got off them because of side effects(weight gain)..I have been put on the ones that cured me the first time....I've been on them for a week...I haven't drank a drop since I started new medication:):) I'm struggling with the initial side effects of new medication...bad anxiety/panic...these should go away within a week... Once i overcome drinking...next step is smoking...I just want to be a better husband & father...I'm hoping one day I will find my inner peace....

Onion33 OCD psychologist recommendation melb?
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Can anyone recommend a pysch who specializes in OCD in the Melb area? . This is for a close friend who wants help and most likely in a therapy sense rather than medication. One on one privacy works best with her. Any recommendations?

Can anyone recommend a pysch who specializes in OCD in the Melb area? . This is for a close friend who wants help and most likely in a therapy sense rather than medication. One on one privacy works best with her. Any recommendations?

Beetle Poll: How long have you been on AD's for depression?
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HI all I am curous how long you all stay/have stayed on AD's after being diagnosed with major depression. I just started 4 weeks ago on a SNRI and my doc said I may stay on them for 6 month or a year, after I have been well for 6 month. What plan did... View more

HI all I am curous how long you all stay/have stayed on AD's after being diagnosed with major depression. I just started 4 weeks ago on a SNRI and my doc said I may stay on them for 6 month or a year, after I have been well for 6 month. What plan did your doc put you on? Take care Beetle ( curious)

xDariix Medication isn't helping!
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It's been almost three weeks since I started taking medication for Depression and Anxiety, as per my doctor's instructions. I don't feel any different and all it's done is make it ten time harder to sleep (which I already have a hard time doing). Wha... View more

It's been almost three weeks since I started taking medication for Depression and Anxiety, as per my doctor's instructions. I don't feel any different and all it's done is make it ten time harder to sleep (which I already have a hard time doing). What time of day is best to take it for it to be most effective?My psychologist said that I'm an unusual case and that she'll clarify that in our next appointment, which is a few weeks away.My doctor said that she would start me out with a low dose and that we'll see what happens.But it's been over three weeks and I don't feel any different? Do I need to request for a higher dose? Or just give it more time? Or should I just consult my doctor and psychologist?Thanks for the help.

gjr Help finding a good CBT Therapy professional in Bundaberg
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Help please!!! Hi does anyone know of a good Cognitive Behaviour Therapist in Bundaberg. I have already done a Google search and there are a number of people available but I an looking for a reference to someone good. This is for my 21 year old daugh... View more

Help please!!! Hi does anyone know of a good Cognitive Behaviour Therapist in Bundaberg. I have already done a Google search and there are a number of people available but I an looking for a reference to someone good. This is for my 21 year old daughter who also has a lot of health issues and as we have discovered trying to find someone who is good at what they do not just qualified to practice can be a very hard slog.

princess_beckie83 anti depression medication during pregnancy
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My husband and I are planning to have a second child very soon. I have been on a common medication that is often used and is safe in pregnancy and the doctor says its safe to take however I have read some horrible stories about babies being born will... View more

My husband and I are planning to have a second child very soon. I have been on a common medication that is often used and is safe in pregnancy and the doctor says its safe to take however I have read some horrible stories about babies being born will all sorts of issues that could be linked to this medication. I am not in the state to come off this medication as my last pregnancy was horrible without medication and now my poor 2 year old suffers anxiety because of me. If I forget my medication for even 2 days I just go into melt down so I suppose my question is if anyone has had experience with anti depressive medication during pregnancy with any issues. Thanks

AGrace depression / anxiety support groups melbourne
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Hi All, Just wondered if anyone was aware of any good support groups / outpatient programs for Depression/Anxiety in Melbourne? Up until now I've been attending various day programs through the Melbourne clinic but im now at the point where my health... View more

Hi All, Just wondered if anyone was aware of any good support groups / outpatient programs for Depression/Anxiety in Melbourne? Up until now I've been attending various day programs through the Melbourne clinic but im now at the point where my health fund needs to approve additional days. This could take up to 4 weeks so im hoping to do something in the interim. Im not very good on the outside(out of hospital) on my own. I can already feel a loss of interest doing things and it's only been 1 week. I'm trying my best not to end up back in hospital. Thanks. AGrace

Silverlining reducing dosage - I m worried
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My husband has been battling for a little while now. Has plenty of downs not so many ups. Very recently he has decided to make a real effort to reduce his drinking which he's done pretty well with considering the amount he was drinking. The problem w... View more

My husband has been battling for a little while now. Has plenty of downs not so many ups. Very recently he has decided to make a real effort to reduce his drinking which he's done pretty well with considering the amount he was drinking. The problem we're facing now is he has decided to drop his medication dosage and I have really noticed the change and some of the old stuff recurring. I've asked him to discuss it with his doctor and not just drop it without having a consult but he's determined to lower it. We have always discussed things as a team and he has been really open with me but this is something I'm just not having any success with. I really don't know what to do. Should I see his doctor and discuss what's happening and maybe get some clues off him? I really am worried. I don't want us getting back to the old days and its heading that way.

L835 GP changed meds, WHY!!!
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My partner has battled with depression all her life. We are in our 40's and have been together, off ad on! for 5 years. We have a 3 year old daughter. Every 8 months or so we split up for 2 weeks or so, Of course it is my fault, but she asks me to co... View more

My partner has battled with depression all her life. We are in our 40's and have been together, off ad on! for 5 years. We have a 3 year old daughter. Every 8 months or so we split up for 2 weeks or so, Of course it is my fault, but she asks me to come home. I'm used to it, and try to understand and ride it out. Earlier this year we discovered Matthew Johnston's books, and it was like a light being switched on for her, suddenly it all made sense, and things were really good. In fact so good that in March she asked me to marry her! Then, for no apparent reason, her GP changed the anti depressant she was on. Now, the engagement is off (because I made a passing remark about her 17 year old daughter's boyfriend smoking cannabis) She couldn't even be bothered to tell me, just took the ring off and let me notice. Every time we are in company she says 'oh he's nearly 50, time I got a younger model' the first 5 times were funny, now.... So tonight she's visiting the neighbours, who work in the women's centre, so it will be 'you're not bullying me into a relationship' and 'I have the right to end this relationship' when she comes home, no doubt with reinforcements, as the house is in her name, and she has found every excuse under the sun to stop me paying off part of the mortgage and becoming a joint owner. So, I would just like to thank the Doctor, for the effect the change in prescription is going to have on my daughter, for making me homeless, and most of all for upholding patient confidentiality and refusing to discuss things with me! Not sure what I expect anyone to say, just needed to say it! Rant over! Richard