Gunckel

Close Depression

I have battled clinical depression for many years, fortunately it hasn't been severe, but much more than just "the blues." I also feel that I suffered from S.A.D.

Treatments

Psychotherapy Somewhat Helpful

I found that pyschotherapy was good for talking over some things I felt I couldnt tell anyone else. In the end I discontinued it as I felt that many of my problems were a result of being too inwardly focused vs. focusing on what I could do for others.

Writing Somewhat Helpful

Sometimes it helps to just write down whats going on with me whats troubling me.

Lexapro Working / Worked

My doctor who had prescribed it had allowed me to set my own amount to take per day. Unfortunately the amount I settled on was more than my insurance would cover. I ended up switching to a generic version of Zoloft at a much lower dosage and with much less cost.

Zoloft Working / Worked

I am contiuing to take Zoloft it has been about 3 years now. I occasionally am concerned that I dont feel any real highs or lows emotionally now but I do appreciate not feeling the very low lows.

Lidoderm Working / Worked

My main problem is just dragging myself out of bed to get a patch get my scissors to get the packet open to apply it to my skin. I use it for pelvic pain.

Pepcid Working / Worked

Fortunately I dont need very often.

Klonopin Working / Worked

Dont need to use very often but is very helpful works well whenever I am experiencing anxiety.