Cynful Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 I'm just wondering how those who have chronic pain deal with it mentally? I have psoriatic arthritis and I'm having a hard time. I'm in pain a lot of the time. I take pain meds which help some but not completely plus they make me tired. I can hardly take care of my almost two year old lately. I woke up from the pain last night and just cried. Not only crying because it hurt, but also because I know this can get worse. I'm sad for the things I can't do especially with my little guy. Every day is different and I never know if it will be a good day or a bad day. I'm tired.... mentally and physically. So I'd love some suggestions - thanks, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 I pray. I cry. I feel sorry for myself. I vent to good friends. I do a lot of googling for nature remedies - many which have helped me and many which have done nothing for me. But I do feel better when I am more proactive in trying to face my chronic pain than when I go into self-pity mode. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slartibartfast Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 (edited) To me part of the mental difficulties was being able to rest. I was a complete mess when I was first diagnosed, they tried to prescribe me anti-depressents and they made me feel worse. After that they prescribed me some hydroxyzine to help me sleep and that is what finally gave me enough relief to get through the day. It does wear you down mentally, but it is still very individual what might give just enough relief. If you are waking up at night a lot it might be a good idea to get something to help you sleep. Edited November 9, 2012 by Sis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 I saw a psychologist, and that helped. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cynful Posted November 9, 2012 Author Share Posted November 9, 2012 To me part of the mental difficulties was being able to rest. I was a complete mess when I was first diagnosed, they tried to prescribe me anti-depressents and they made me feel worse. After that they prescribed me some hydroxyzine to help me sleep and that is what finally gave me enough relief to get through the day. It does wear you down mentally, but it is still very individual what might give just enough relief. If you are waking up at night a lot it might be a good idea to get something to help you sleep. I think this might be a key for me. I don't sleep well at night, both because of the 23 month old and me. I know I definitely feel better after a really good night's sleep. I also think Jean is right, I need to prevent myself from staying in "pity party" mode. Maybe Impish is right and a psychologist might help. I research remedies all the time but I get very disappointed when they don't help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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