I am scared of taking pills. My mother abused prescription pills, and being her daughter I do not want to follow in her footsteps. I am on heart pills, because of my thyroid, I guess, and then I am Clonsepam for anxiety. I feel like I am going nuts, I really do. I almost feel my daughter would be better off without me around, and I know this is not true. Ij have a new granddaughter, fisrt granddaughter, and a great daughter. I have everything to live for. Help me some how, maybe?
2006-09-29 20:01:46 · 12 answers · asked by Sunshine Lynn Otnes 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
laughter truly does help the human body, so watch all the old funny movies and tv shows you can, talk to other people, and not about downers but about good things in life. look at that little girl, and know you are better off here.
2006-09-29 20:04:29 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
In two amazing words
Exercise & Water
You would be surprised how much this would help you.
You are taking some chemisty altering drugs so that alone is enough to make you think you're crazy. You are not crazy the drugs are doing that.
Thyroid issues are common with women in menopause and sometimes can even be mistaken for thyroid when it's a hormonal change........this I know from experience.
Your daughter would not be better off without you and you know it....come on you are woman and you are strong.......it also sound like you could really use a support group........womens support group or even N/A support if it's gotten to that point.
Good Luck and God Bless.
2006-09-30 03:20:07 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Well it must make you feel a little better, I hope, just by seeing all the people who answered your Question in a caring way.
They certainly gave a lot of good advice and I'll add just one thing ..."do" what you read here,...don't just think about doing it, ..do it ! Take walks , exercise , drink lots of cool clean fresh water, watch funny movies, do something for others etc.
But, stay busy, and in a month or so you may look back and realize there was no time left to be depressed ..as you were to busy living life now !
Do it .
2006-10-01 00:34:15 · answer #3 · answered by The last house on the right 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Exercising regularly will help because exercise causes endorphins to be released into your system. Endorphins are the wonderful neurotransmitters that make us feel good.
Even better, exercise in a way that includes your family so you're spending time together that's positive. I know that playing with my nephews is good exercise and it reminds me how to have fun like I did when I was a kid. Since depression can make you want to islolate yourself, sharing good times with your family will remind you (as you said in your question) that you've got so much to live for.
Start keeping two journals. The first one is where you can pour out your thoughts and emotions when you're feeling depressed to give you a release valve. The second is your "Blessings Journal." Everyday, find five things for which you are thankful -- they can be big things or little things, things that affect the world or affect you personally -- as long as you take the time to remind yourself about the good things present in your life.
Find a professional therapist with whom you're comfortable, start seeing him/her regularly and *be honest* with them. A good therapist can help you find the root of your depression so together you can start addressing the underlying cause(s).
If you are unable to overcome depression with therapy and lifestyle changes, understand that you might have an actual physiological problem that needs to be addressed -- there might be a chemical imbalnce in your brain that is causing your depression. In that case, you might need to work with a doctor to find the right medication. It's nothing to be ashamed of, and if you do need medication, share your fears with your doctor so s/he can help you pick the best medicine at the lowest dosage that's right for you.
2006-09-30 03:25:46 · answer #4 · answered by mistryl_jade 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Try meditation and breathing exercises to calm your anxiety. It has helped me through my episodes of anxiety and depression!
Meditation take time to master as it is a technique of consciously blocking out thoughts stemming from our brain. If you can focus on your breathing and try to breathe in long slow breaths and breathe it out slowly and try to tell yourself to relax.
Also, cognitive methods I have found was best with depression cause I hate meds too. Write down all the things you can do and feel positive about and remind yourself how good you are at these things and matters.
Hope this helps !! OH ! Great Family Support helps a great deal too so share your feelings with your love ones and hope that they can understand you better !
2006-09-30 03:12:09 · answer #5 · answered by Caroline C 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Well I kow your not contemplating anything rash,I think I understand your dillemma,what it is ..is you need to be around others in a support group.I'm sure your not the only one in thie world like this,alcoholics have A/A,narcotic users have N/A,etc.etc.etc.your doctor might know the right place for you to go and if it he cant find a place,since your Mom abused, Alanon(a place for family members of users of any type is another route.Places such as these will sow the seeds of growth and probably change the entire perspective of how your looking at life at this moment
2006-09-30 03:17:17 · answer #6 · answered by stygianwolfe 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Exercise. I know you are a grandmother (although you could still be pretty young), but exercise has been shown through many studies to help with depression. Other than that, you could try therapy. I think you should tell your doctor to put you on an antidepressant instead of an anti-anxiety drug. Antidepressant drugs take weeks to take effect, and therefore are not likely to cause addiction.
2006-09-30 03:11:44 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I believe in chemically assisted living, if it's necessary. Try counseling, meditation, hiking, a new hobby... Something to help get you out of that rut! I am stuck in it myself, but I'm digging out of it, without pills. It can be done, but if there is a chemical imbalance, then meds can be really helpful. Good luck on your ocnquest for better living, and kudos to you for not jumping right onto the antidepressant band wagon. But if it's necessary...
2006-09-30 03:13:38 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
1. start getting regular exercise, go for walks. Walk as quickly as you can without losing the ability to carry on a conversation.
2. listen to classical music, J S Bach and Mozart are good to start with, up tempo music, but keep it classical
3. Find someone who needs your help and do what you can, get your mind off of your needs and focus on someone else.
repeat as often as needed.
2006-09-30 03:13:12 · answer #9 · answered by Anthony M 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
anti depressant s aof the usual kind do not make you"high" therefore there is no abuse potential DOCTOR WHO IS FAMILIAR W YR HEALTH could prescribe an appropriate one if needed. Get an appt right away and ask about counseling as well. If desparate goto ER ....good luck
2006-09-30 03:07:04 · answer #10 · answered by FoudaFaFa 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋