2006-08-28 16:21:57 · 13 answers · asked by Savanah 1 in Health ➔ Mental Health
Yes, you will find some information by performing a search on google or yahoo, or use web.MD, and if you want books to read on the subject, go to Amazon.com, or Barnes & Noble.
Unfortantely a lot of medications that are used to take care of depression have the side of effect of depressive feelings. (which is absolutely ludicrous, but true) I also have learned that, as your body changes, and how much stress you have in your life, etc... can add to the depressive symptoms, even if you are taking medication. In the Psychiatric community, there are no absolutes as to what meds will help or not. It is, most unfortunate is Trial and Error. If you would like to discuss this more. Please feel free to write again, and if you need more detailed information.
I know what it's like, and so my heart is with you. If it will help you to talk, I will be happen to give you as much information as I can.
I hope this helps and best wishes to you
I wish to warn you about something. Depending on the level of your depression, and if it is Clinical as opposed to Environmental, the depression can stay with you. Medication and therapy may help, but if it IS CLINICAL, you may find a way to allieviate some of the depression, but this is not something that can be treated, using some things that help an everyday person who has ups and downs faces.
I know from personal experience, that when the depression is clinical, that it is indeed a symptom that your ability to enjoy life, and things you used to have fun doing, change, and your enjoyment level having dropped makes it more difficult to do simple, everyday tasks, I hope this helps.
Take care. Remember you are NOT alone, and I did what I could to become as informed as i could, so I would be able to understand what was going on within me. I wasn't just feeling sorry for myself. Don't let other's dismiss what you are going through, with things that work for people who just have a mild form or depression, or have Environmental depression. I really hope this will be of some help to you
2006-08-28 16:36:24 · answer #1 · answered by brenda_sue_1104 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is not unusual for a person with depression to need to try several different medications or combinations of medications to combat the disease. It's not your fault, the medication's fault, or the doctor's. It just happens. Medicine is both an art and a science and this is the "art" part.
Definitely call your prescribing doctor and report that you still have the symptoms. He or she may refer you to a psychologist. When you have depression it may have been skulking around longer than you know. Consequently, you may not have learned or mislearned how to deal with everyday stresses. If you don't deal well with everyday stresses, you get more depressed.
Combine talking therapy with medication. Read about it in the depression chapters of
The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide: What You and Your Family Need to Know (Paperback)
by David J. Miklowitz
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1572305258/sr=1-5/qid=1156822304/ref=sr_1_5/103-4732507-0075054?ie=UTF8&s=books
If the depression continues and you are treated only by a general doctor, ask for a referral to a psychiatrist. Prescribing mental health meds is a very specialized area.
Don't panic. You have an illness and you can manage it.
2006-08-28 16:34:36 · answer #2 · answered by booktender 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How long have you been taking the medicine? Sometimes it takes a few weeks to work. I have been taking a anti-depressant for 16 years. I tried several different medications before I found the one that worked for me, so give it a few weeks and then if it still isn't working have your doctor try a different kind. Also even when you find the right one, it isn't going to completely do away with depressive feelings, but the right one will help you cope with them when you have them. Hope you find one to help you.
2006-08-28 16:38:54 · answer #3 · answered by llew s 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Get back into your Psychiatrist. You can adjust your medication if need be or add more.
COMMUNICATION is key here! YOU have to let your Psychiatrist KNOW what is happening with your medication & depression!
Therapy does work! Try getting into see a Psychologist ASAP!
For myself, I have times where it just doesn't seem like anything is working. Then other times where it works well.
I am BiPolar & that has a HUGE difference in things! Mainly mine is worse in the winter - November through April.
2006-08-28 16:28:03 · answer #4 · answered by jennifersuem 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
A few years ago I was taking the average dose of antidepressants and I had to be hospitalized for depression. The doctor doubled my dose and I take a lot of medication now. I take 200 mg of Zoloft, 300 mg of Wellbutrin and 20 mg of Abilify. I haven't been depressed for 3 years now. Maybe you aren't taking enough medicine. Ask your doctor. ...)(
2006-08-28 16:43:46 · answer #5 · answered by MissKathleen 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Look it up on the web site for your medication. If you are still experiencing depression it is not fully effective unless you have long term depression. I have left you a link to a web site.
2006-08-28 16:26:42 · answer #6 · answered by Justme 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
some medication will take a month to work. Try WEB MD.com some medications work for some people. My boyfriend is manic depressive, ( bipolar) he cant take regular antidepressants.
2006-08-28 16:26:12 · answer #7 · answered by clovischik2001@sbcglobal.net 2 · 4⤊ 0⤋
yes there is plenty of information on this-medication must go hand in hand with other therapies-eg-cognitive, spiritual, music, play.
Also exercise and physical activity-walking, dancing etc. help to boost endorphins-the feel good hormone.
i know it is hard to get started but once you cultivate the habit you will begin to feel better.
Remember-nothing is permanent-these feelings will be coming and going all the time-good and bad-just observe them and do not cling to them.
2006-08-28 16:29:12 · answer #8 · answered by meema 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Depending on how long you have been on your medication, the dosages may need to be changed. Also, missing any doses will also effect there usefulness.
2006-08-28 16:30:24 · answer #9 · answered by leslieguelker0517 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
That is not unusual. Talk to your doctor about more medication. Also, therapy is helpful too. Get a referal from your doctor.
2006-08-28 16:24:22 · answer #10 · answered by Gypsy Girl 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋