My mother had a mild stroke in January and the stress of taking care of her took it's toll on me and I had a panic attack. My doctor put me on effexor xr (anti-depressant) just to relieve some of the pressure.
Last month, my Grandmother, who was my favorite person in the world, died from the West Nile Virus. I numbed up during her sickness - trying to remain strong for my family. The pain was just too real for me to feel it.
It will be a month ago tomorrow since she died.
I don't cry often. I sleep a lot, and find myself staring into space. The things that use to interest me, don't anymore. I don't talk a lot. A doctor friend of mine said that she thinks I am clinically depressed at this point and she thinks I should seek help.
I am not sure if I am just grieving differently or if I am still numb. I have been through a rough year. So, my question is, is it normal to feel this way after a close family member dies suddenly? Or should I be seeking help after just a month?
Oh, by the way, I am 27.
2006-09-26
07:18:59
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Mintygoodness1
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