
Depression Support Group
Depression is a real and debilitating condition that is often misunderstood by family and friends. Its meaning can range from a prolonged period of sadness to an actual mental illness with specific symptoms. Find and share experiences with others who are going through the same struggles.

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I have to call the doctor tomorrow. I don't feel like my meds are working anymore, in fact I feel like I am falling apart. I have been diagnosed PTSD with the depression being really intense right now. I saw my LCSW today and she agreed, something needs to change. I am not sleeping either. I am on Effexor 150 mg (over 8 weeks now) and Ambien/vistaril combo for sleep. I don't know what kind of message to leave him so he understands how desperate I feel. I don't know exactly what to ask him for.....any suggestions. TIA............
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You can do the same thing
PROMISE me that you will call and I will PROMISE you that I will call...we can get through this if we can hang on together.
And I forgot to take my effexor the other day (I am not sure forgot is the right word but you know what I mean) and I was amazed by how awful I felt by the next day!
Thanks for your suggestions and your concerns. It is nice to have people who give a damn! Thanks.......I am going to try to sleep now. Wish me luck!!!!!