plain jane Posted May 24, 2014 Share Posted May 24, 2014 Anyone here deal with depression, medication and subsequent personality changes? Anyone willing to talk with me privately about it or at least offer me a shoulder to cry on? I don't know if I have the strength to go this alone anymore. No, I'm not a danger to myself. No, I am not the one who is depressed. :) Yes, I see a counsellor, but the depression isn't my issue. But it affects me. In ways no one should have to endure. So, after that cheery intro to the topic- any takers? Anyone BTDT or just feel called to be a friend today? I could sure use one. Please. I know it's not looked at in high regard on this board- but please don't quote me. I truly need to delete this later. Thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrincessMommy Posted May 24, 2014 Share Posted May 24, 2014 I have no wisdom to offer, but wanted to give you a :grouphug: I hope someone contact you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plain jane Posted May 24, 2014 Author Share Posted May 24, 2014 Thank you, Debbi. Your kindness has touched me today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 24, 2014 Share Posted May 24, 2014 BTDT, but I have minority opinions on psych meds that I'm more comfortable expressing in private messages. :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: I am so sorry that this is happening to you and your friend. I had to cut all ties with my friend for my own and my children's safety, so I'm not sure how much practical help I can be, but I do care. ETA: some psych meds do take a long time to become effective, so it may just be a case of waiting it out until your friend feels better. I really don't want to be a Debbie Downer because of my own experience. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted May 24, 2014 Share Posted May 24, 2014 I don't have any advice for you, but I'm sure no one will object to you asking to have this thread deleted once enough people have responded and you're able to get the advice you need. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OneStepAtATime Posted May 24, 2014 Share Posted May 24, 2014 I am so sorry you are having to deal with this, and feel alone. I don't have any advice, either, but I am sending heartfelt hugs and wishes of better paths in your future. Is there ANYONE you know IRL that you could turn to? Maybe meet with for a bit just to talk it out? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harriet Vane Posted May 24, 2014 Share Posted May 24, 2014 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plain jane Posted May 24, 2014 Author Share Posted May 24, 2014 I have a counsellor I do see. But she doesn't have personal experience. She's helpful but not. Does that make sense? I do have friends. I am not alone in that regard. But I can't talk about this. Wow. No. How weird would that be? lol And of course, I am looking to take a conversation to PM. :) Wow. Life is really. really. really. hard sometimes. :crying: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted May 24, 2014 Share Posted May 24, 2014 :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garga Posted May 25, 2014 Share Posted May 25, 2014 I haven't been exactly where you are, but it sounds very, very difficult. I'm not saying that lightly. I have my own burdens (unrelated to what you are going through) and I continually reel from how overwhelming it all is and how it never seems to get better. I really hope there is someone out there who can talk to you and help you. I do understand not being able to talk to anyone in real life and wishing there was someone. I hope someone can help you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hypatia. Posted May 25, 2014 Share Posted May 25, 2014 I have some experience with antidepressant meds & changes in personality. I'm not sure if it will be what you're looking for, but you're welcome to PM me. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twigs Posted May 25, 2014 Share Posted May 25, 2014 :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mysticmomma Posted May 25, 2014 Share Posted May 25, 2014 Pming you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissa in Australia Posted May 25, 2014 Share Posted May 25, 2014 ((hugs)) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizzie in Ma Posted May 25, 2014 Share Posted May 25, 2014 :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurie4b Posted May 25, 2014 Share Posted May 25, 2014 :grouphug: Sounds very hard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 25, 2014 Share Posted May 25, 2014 Thinking of you :grouphug: I also wanted to add that I'm pretty sure we all agree that there are certain meds that a person can't simply decide to stop taking; if that is what is going on with your friend, they need professional advice and support. Love just isn't enough. No matter how much you want to help, it's analagous to wanting to help a pilot land a 747 when you've never flown before. I know how much this hurts. You are very brave. :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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