/community/emoticons/smile.gif Therapy is the best and most lasting treatment, in my opinion. I hope you will consider giving it a try!...
Hello there! Lexapro affects people differently. Some it makes sleepy and some it makes more alert . Each person has to see how it affects them and then decide when to take it. You can Google to find...
Congratulations on your new job! You will be very good at it! Your clients/patients are very lucky to have a kind and funny person to work with them. Please let us know about the job and how you are...
I also find a great difference between coffee and cola. I don't feel the caffeine from cola, but I immediately feel it from coffee. But I love to drink warm drinks, so decaf coffee and tea it is. I...
els, thank you for your kind words. brownleaf, I wondered about communicating on the 'net too, because words can be taken out of context or in ways not intended. But, I am hard of hearing and this...
Hi skooby, I was on SSRI's for 10 years and quit cold turkey (NOT the way to do it). I had withdrawals for a while...nausea, 'buzzing' in my head and extreme ringing in my ears that would wake me out...
Brownleaf, What a wonderful poem, and right when I need it. Thank you. Some people realize we are really alone and they 'get it' early in life. Others, like me, 'got it' once, then lost it and have...
Randy, What could be more normal than feeling anger during a divorce. You have every right to every one of your emotions. Feel it; it's okay. Put off acting on it. If at any time you feel angry...
Hi there. We have lymph nodes in our armpits. Sometimes they can swell as part of PMS and you might feel it then. Make sure you are up to date on your mammograms. Do mention it to your doctor at your...
jjjjj I'm sorry you are feeling so bad. I understand. I don't know if you'll believe me or not, but I want to tell you that if you can change the way you think about yourself and the worries you have...
I am happy when I stop in and read Brownleaf's posts! They make me think. The one on the A/P happy board by Maori Peoples was great! i just read that one today. Thanks, Brownleaf! Nanse...
I understand what you are trying to say, I think. Sadness is an emotion and all people feel sadness. Therefore, all people experience depression. However, it is different...It lasts longer and...
Dear Wanda, First, I am so sorry about your heart condition. That must be very difficult for you, physically and emotionally. I don't think anyone can say how accurate the 'net is for medical info. I...
The weather today was sunny, breezy, 80's--just gorgeous. I got a ton of errands done yesterday and today. I don't have a car but today I had use of my sister in law's car. Yesterday I picked up the...
Hi and welcome! IMO is "in my opinion" sometimes seen as IMHO which is "in my honest opinion" or "in my humble opinion". ROFLMAO is "rolling on floor laughing my arse off" and ROFL is "rolling on...
I had epigastric pain (below sternum) through to my back most of the time, and along my ribs, first along the right side, then along the left side. I previously had been diagnosed with GERD and...
I'm sorry you've been hurting and not getting relief. The ER is only there to either admit a patient to the hosptial or to stabilize a patient for discharge, not to diagnose, so anytime you have to...
Andrew, I agree that therapy would be the place to start. It's entirely up to you, but meds aren't the choice for many people. Therapy could do much to rid you of the mild depression/anxiety you...
pixieD, I am 52 and single. I understand completely about being single and depressed, and I agree that it is hard to relate to the posters who are not alone. Sometimes it makes me jealous/envious to...
Lynn, I'm so glad you are going to be getting help with taking care of your Mom. It's a big job and having help will be good for all of you. I hope her new "diet" helps her to feel better. It will...
Amanda, Welcome! Your 2nd post says you try to occupy your mind with full time work and full time school. That is very admirable! You have a lot of ambition! Along with that you have doctor's...
Marsha, I'm so sorry for your tragic loss of your son. There will always be times, but espescially the anniversary of the accident and particluarly holidays and his birthday that will be very...
Hello Clare5, What kind of things do you like to do? What things would you like to try that you haven't done before as a hobby or activity? Got any good movies around to watch? Go get some popcorn to...
Hi James, Nope; unfortunately, no word from Bev. I hope she is okay. Her husband was in the hospital but is out and he is having some continued health issues. Also, she had decided to get a dog; a...
Still hoping to hear from you Bev. We're thinking of you and Ward. Nanse...
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still loving your ex-wife and you talk about[b] wanting to date and you talk about not allowing yourself to have it (by freezing up). Is that all connected I wonder? Do you still love your ex-wife...
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NeverGetsEasyx, I am a bit concerned, too. I care about Bev.I realize she has a lot going on right now. And I know she is very capable of taking care of herself, which makes me feel better....but...
Sounds like you did it well! Good for you for getting help getting off Effexor. I didn't and went through heck! I hope you get the Neurontin! I had it and I LOVED it. Now there have been some lawsuit...
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Thanks for your reply. I felt emotionally numb on the anti-D meds. Funny thing is, one thing in particular bothered me then--I couldn't cry! Ha. look at me go now! I appreciate your responding....
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[color=purple>Just] How are you? What did you do for New Year's Eve? I did my very traditional celebration--went to bed! Made it to 11:15 but couldn't keep my eyes open past that. I'm just an old...
I'm so sorry for you're Crohn's. Quite a few here have that too, so keep posting! Especially look for Lyn's posts; she is a moderator and a 'Crohnie' as she calls it, too. Post back here anytime. I'm...
Well, if you download either Yahoo or Aim, IM me! They are both free and easy to download. I will visit your site; what a nice tribute! Put words to your anger. Say it out loud or write it down. Yell...
Dear RJ, I'm sorry to hear of your Grandmother's fall and confinement to the wheelchair. Evidently they cannot repair the hip to restore her walking? I also assume her doctors are aware of her...
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Hi, Here's the link. Or, go to WebMD, Board, Grief and Loss. Hope this helps. Let me know if you still can't get to it, okay? Nanse http://boards.webmd.com/webx?14@725.Y2MkaFFqevt.3@.5987f42f ...
[b] being afraid to go to a doctor? We all have fears about going when we begin our journey. Afraid of being declared insane (won't happen), afraid the doctor can know things about you even if you...
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I'm glad you had a good time! Now you are back to peace and no chaos! Nanse...
Merry Christmas to you, too! I hope you have a peaceful visit. Write when you get back, okay? Nanse...
Hi everyone, I hope you're all ready for the holidays. They're coming anyway, aren't they?! I still have a couple more things to go out for but I'm not feeling well and don't have the energy to walk...
Dear helpless, Good news! All the reason you say about not being ready for a therapist are exactly the things a therapist can help you with! Even when you say "fine" or say "I don't know how to say...
Rianna, Thanks for your info. If I would ever decide to go back on meds, I'm glad I will have the info you shared about Remeron. It was one of my earliest meds and I don't recall anything about being...