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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

elle73 Side effects of Noradrenaline-Serotonin Specific Antidepressants
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Just wondering if anyone has experience taking Noradrenaline-Serotonin Specific Antidepressants? I've been on this medication for 2 weeks now and am feeling better already however I have huge concerns with one of it's side effects - weight gain. Curr... View more

Just wondering if anyone has experience taking Noradrenaline-Serotonin Specific Antidepressants? I've been on this medication for 2 weeks now and am feeling better already however I have huge concerns with one of it's side effects - weight gain. Currently I'm not overweight and have a BMI of 22. I don't exercise on a regular basis but am prepared to increase physical activity to minimise any increased weight associated with this medication. I guess my cause for concern is my age. Being forty it's easier to put weight on and harder to lose it. Any feedback would be much appreciated.

BeeGee SSRI fuzziness?
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I hesitate to ask this question because I know that the right answer is "it's different for everyone"... but I'd like to hear others' experiences. I've just started my first SSRI and I'm on day 6. I started on half dose for the first two days and had... View more

I hesitate to ask this question because I know that the right answer is "it's different for everyone"... but I'd like to hear others' experiences. I've just started my first SSRI and I'm on day 6. I started on half dose for the first two days and had some mild nausea, but by day 3 that was fine. Since day 4 (full dose) I've had some significant mental "fuzziness" - hard to concentrate, difficult to process what I'm reading, feeling like information is not sticking in my head. Has anyone else also experienced this, and if so how long did it take for it to settle down? I'm trying to study for exams next week and thinking I may need to drop back to half dose until exams are over so I can think straight, but if it's likely to settle in a day or two I might persevere. I'm not at any risk without meds so a dose reduction would be no problem.

EmmaP First Therapy Session Today- What to Expect??
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Hi Everyone, I have my first therapy session today with the psychologist after being on antidepressants for a week now. I'm quite anxious and not sure what to expect. I am a planner to an OCD extent and am after some idea of maybe how it will go or w... View more

Hi Everyone, I have my first therapy session today with the psychologist after being on antidepressants for a week now. I'm quite anxious and not sure what to expect. I am a planner to an OCD extent and am after some idea of maybe how it will go or what I should go with prepared in my mind or on paper. My GP faxed them my dot point list of what I wrote of how I have been feeling/experiencing of late. Should I prepare anything else? I have heard that the first appointment can be very draining and emotional, but I'm worried because I have to go back to work afterwards as I wasn't able to get the day off Any wisdom/knowledge/experiences you can share with me would be fantastic!

MrsCam counselling session by video link - my experience
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Had my first video link counselling session today. Feel really good about how it went... felt really comfortable with her which is great. She has suggested that maybe my hubby would like to come along with me one time, or have a session without me so... View more

Had my first video link counselling session today. Feel really good about how it went... felt really comfortable with her which is great. She has suggested that maybe my hubby would like to come along with me one time, or have a session without me so he can talk about how he feels and how my depression impacts on him and on our marriage. Have mentioned this to him tonite and he is not completely opposed to the idea so that is great....hope everyone has had a good day

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