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  • About Me

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    wackolacko

    Female, 37
    Racine, WI, USA
    Member since December 29, 2007

    • About Me

      I am a regular education teacher that is not starting school this year for the first time in 13 years. This really hurts me to no end. I am working with a wonderful therapist who is trying to get me back to work and through surgery with little or no panic attacks. I have been a special education teacher for the past eleven years.

      I am a regular education teacher that is not starting school this year for the first time in 13 years. This really hurts me to no end. I am working with a wonderful therapist who is trying to get me back to work and through surgery with little or no panic attacks. I have been a special education teacher for the past eleven years.

    • Interests

      golf, walks on the beach, being with people that like me for who I am, reading, and helping people that are going through what I went through

      golf, walks on the beach, being with people that like me for who I am, reading, and helping people that

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    • Basket Project

      Mood October 17, 2008 6:07pm

      Today in group, the psy intern, Gary, had us pick out a basket that was pretty to us.  I liked them all.  However, I found one that I liked …

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    • Prayer

      From Love4you November 19, 2008

      May your day be filled with God's love and blessings~Love,Maria

    • Prayer

      From Love4you November 1, 2008

      I asked God to bless you As I prayed for you today. To guide you and protect you As you go along your way... His love is always with you, His promises are true, And when we give Him all our cares You know He will see us through. So when the road you're traveling on Seems difficult at best, Just remember I'm here praying And God will do the rest~Love ,Maria

    • Hug

      From Love4you October 29, 2008

      I believe in reaching out and touching from the heart. I believe that if we touch, a gift we can impart. I believe that if you cry your tears are not in vain. And when you are sad and lonely, others know your pain. I believe that when we laugh a sparkle starts to shine. And I just know that spark will spread from more hearts than just mine. I believe that hidden in the quiet of the night, there's magic moths and gypsies a fairy and a sprite. I believe that if you dance the dances of your heart, that greater happiness will find a brand new way to start. I believe the gifts you have are there for you to share And when you give them from the heart, the whole world knows your care. I believe that if you give, even just to one, that gift will grow in magnitude before the day is done. I believe that comfort comes from giving part of me. And if I share with others, there's more for all to see. I believe that love is still the greatest gift of all and when it's given from the heart then not one of us will fall. Love, Maria

    • Hug

      From urloved October 23, 2008

      Meaning Of A Friend... True friendship costs nothing, But gives you so much. It brings forth a warmth of happiness, Knowing that someone cares. It gives you a smile of laughter, That makes your day brighter. It creates that unmistakable harmony, That you are wanted and trusted. It gives you a meaning of belonging, knowing someone believes in you. It perks you up when you are feeling sad, It's that shining star of hope, Coming out when you need it most. Thanks for being my friend. I love you very much. Love, Teresa

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      From urloved October 18, 2008

      Friendship. It's something no one can replace. It's also something of true grace. When things sometimes don't go your way, Your friends will be there, come what may. They'll always find it in their hearts, To forgive and do their part. To trust and always have hope and faith. There are a few things on this earth so great, So treasure friendship from the start And hope that it will not depart. For it will always bring a smile, This special love that makes life worthwhile. Thanks for being my friend! Love, Teresa

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    70 %

    Goal End Date is Jul 4, 08 512 days ago.
  • Support Groups

    • Close Depression
      Type: Clinical (Major) Depression

      I have been suffering with depression for awhile. No one in my family, even my husband wants to agree with me that I have depression. Treatment is very hard for me because everyone is telling me to snap out of it. My husband yells at me and causes many panic attacks. I can't take it any more. Each attach I feel like I am closer to death. I wish it would stop.

      Treatments

      Celexa Not Working
      I had an allergic reaction to this medication.
      Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Working / Worked
      My therapist uses this and while I was in the hospital the therapists used this for me. This works really well.
      Crying Working / Worked
      This relieves a lot of my stress and panic attacks.
      Lexapro Not Working
      I am allergic to this medication
      Paxil Not Working
      While I was pregnant with my daughter, I never produced any milk. I was upset I couldn't breast feed my daughter. I am allergic to this medication. I fee1 very tired and have been getting migranes.
      Positive Thinking Working / Worked
      I am trying really hard to think positive since I just got diagnosed with fibro.
      Prozac Working / Worked
      I have been on this medicine for almost 2 months. This is the first antidepressant that is actually working for me. Thank goodness.
      Psychotherapy Working / Worked
      My therapist is the best therapist for me. I am sooo happy that she is helping me.
      Support from Friends & Family Not Working
      I can't call a friend all the time. She has a family. Other people I tell think I am crazy
      Wellbutrin Not Working
      I am allergic to this medicine.
      Writing Somewhat Helpful
      I did it for awhile. My husband found it read it and got mad at me.
      Zoloft Not Working
      This medicine makes me too sick to my stomach all the time. I was never faithful with taking this medicine.
      Acupuncture Somewhat Helpful
      I was without pain or depression for almost 2 days. I went to a free clinic.
      Hypnotherapy Working / Worked
      The counselor helped me a lot with this.
    • Close Panic Attacks

      With help from my therapist, my panic attacks are finally under control. Yeah! Hopefully, soon, I can get back to my job as a teacher.

      Treatments

      Ativan Working / Worked
      I have become addicted to Lorazepam and I am needing more and more each time. The attacks last almost half of the day.
      Crying Working / Worked
      When my husband is a jerk to me and causes an attack.
      EMDR Working / Worked
      I have seen a wonderful therapist who has helped me with this. However, one time I left in tears and it got me really upset.
      Paxil Too Soon to Tell
      Psychotherapy Working / Worked
      I had to stop because my doctors bill was too high. My next appointment isn't until Jan.
      Zoloft Considering
    • Open Interstitial Cystitis (IC)

      I just went to my obgyn today. He diagnosed me with interstitial cystitis. I feel like I am going to die. It could lead to bladder cancer. I am very scared. I have no friends that understand this. I feel like I am in Hell.

      Treatments

      Elmiron Too Soon to Tell
      I just picked up the drug 1-22-08
      Paxil Not Working
    • Open Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

      The oc said that I might want to have surgery on this wrist so that I get my function back of my writing hand.

      Treatments

      Chiropractic Adjustment Not Working
      It didn't work.
      Paxil Not Working
      Wrist Splint Working / Worked
      It helps when I wear the brace during the day and at night.
    • Open Breakups & Divorce

      My husband and I are sleeping in separate bedrooms. After my surgery next week and I heal, I am going to check into separation.

      Treatments

      Couples Counseling Not Working
      I went with him to my therapist. He is all nice to her and then stabs her behind her back to me. What an asshole.
      Family Therapy Not Working
      I went and was for it. He is not. He says that it is all me. That I am sick all the time.
      Leave Considering
      Love Not Working
      Psychotherapy Considering
      I have told my therapist that he wanted to leave me before. However, this time he is serious.
      Talking Too Soon to Tell
    • Open Fibromyalgia

      Finally after seeing the doctor yesterday for the zillionth time he said he doesn't understand why I am in soooooo much pain. I go to my chiro. today and he should me my xrays of my lower back and my hips. He said that I need to have a bone density test done, my bones and spine is horrible for a mid 30 woman and they could collapse, he said that all the pain may be fibromlysia(sp)? I have so much crap right night to deal with. How did I get another diagnosis?

      Treatments

      Duragesic Patch Working / Worked
      The patch takes the pain away for the time that it is on. When I have to take it off, I am in pain.
      Heat Working / Worked
      I have been wearing heat packs to work for the past 2 months, 8hrs at a time just so I can work. When the heat wears off I am in a lot of pain.
      TENS Somewhat Helpful
      I have been going to the chiro. for this treatment. I also have my own unit at home. I accid. shocked myself once on my hand trying to set it up.
    • Open Back Pain

      I recently fell on the ice at school while I was walking to my car. I went to the chiro. doctor. He took xrays. The doctor told me today that I need to have a bone desity test. That eventually my bones will just go down and smush together. I need to have an MRI done. My family doctor thinks that there is nothing wrong with me. My back always hurts.

      Treatments

      Bedrest Somewhat Helpful
      I stay in bed until I can't take the pain anymore and then I have to get up on the weekend.
      Chiropractic Adjustment Working / Worked
      My chiro. is great. I wish the insurance paid for more adjustments.
      Heat Somewhat Helpful
      I have to switch between ice and heat.
      Physical Therapy Working / Worked
      Relaxation Working / Worked
      When I don't use my back, I seem to be good.
      Stretching Working / Worked
      When I went to sports physical therapy, it was helping, but getting very expensive.
      TENS Working / Worked
      I have my own unit at home to use.
    • Open Sexual Abuse

      When I was in the 8th grade I was violiated by my boyfriend without my permission in my teachers house in the other room. He did not have my permission to do this. Also a man in a group that I was in put his hand on one of my breasts without my permission and felt me up when I was supposed to be in a religious group.

      Treatments

      Group Therapy Working / Worked
      I have been in group therapy for about a month and have discussed this
    • Open Bipolar Disorder

      I have been in the day hospital voluntary since March 17 because I have had a mental breakdown. The doctor has had me on zoloft, paxil, prozac, celexa, and now lamictal. I am really worried about taking the lamictal. I am a regular education teacher and I am trying to get back to work after a major fall on the school lot. I n

      Treatments

      Ativan Working / Worked
      I take it to go to sleep with and reduce a lot of the panic attacks. It helps a lot.
      Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Somewhat Helpful
      They offered this in the day hospital. I have been learning a lot by listening to the terapists talk about this.
      Group Therapy Somewhat Helpful
      I have been in the day hospital since March 17 of this year. I wanted to try to get better instead of just sitting at home and having a pity party for myself.
      Lamictal Working / Worked
    • Open Family Issues

      My husband has been verbally and emotionally cutting me down. It is his way or the high way. He brings up all my PTSD issues. I can't get off of disability feeling like this and I am too afraid to leave right now. I suffer from depression, anxiety, and fear of going out of the house at times. I lost my job at school because I am still having panic attacks. Help!!!!!!!

      Treatments

      Family Therapy Not Working
      My husband refuses to go.
      Psychotherapy Working / Worked
      My therapist is a WONDERFUL woman. She is trying to get me strong enough to leave him.
      Writing Working / Worked
      It helps when I keep a journal on here everyday. When I have a really bad day, I email it to my therapist.
    • Open Anxiety

      I have constant panic attacks. I am off of work right now because of the panic and the anxiety. I don't know if I will ever get back. I have to have surgery a week from today. I have a lot of anxiety about the surger.

      Treatments

      Acupuncture Working / Worked
      I only tried it for one day. I want to go back again.
      Ativan Working / Worked
      The only problem is that I am totally addicted to this stupid little pill.
      Breathwork Working / Worked
      I need to keep practicing this.
      Hypnotherapy Working / Worked
      This works great.
      Paxil Not Working
      I used to be on this when I was pregnant. However, now I am allergic to this liquid and pill form.
      Positive Thinking Working / Worked
      This works for the most part. However, right now I am having a very difficult time with the relationship that I am in.
      Zoloft Not Working
      I am allergic to both liquid and pill form.
    • Open Endometriosis

      I am going into surgery for this on Wednesday. I hope I can get a few years of relief without having to have my tubes tied.

      Treatments

      Extended-Cycle Birth Control Not Working
      I was on Yaz and ortha evera low and had a really bad migraine on both of them.
      Hysteroscopy Not Working
      This did not work because I had so much endometriosis. The doctor is going to try to go in with me being under to get rid of it. I felt a lot of pain.
      Ortho Evra Working / Worked
      This was working fantastic until my family doctor called me up and said take this off before it kills you. I would get really bad migranies until I put the patch back on.
      Surgery Too Soon to Tell
      I am having this on Wednesday. Hopefully I make it out of surgery.
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