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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mary1145 08/02/2020

My medications dont seem to be working anymore and i have been on them over 6 months. What to do? Suck it up or go back to the doctor and get them changed or higher dosage?

Anna1212 08/02/2020

I'd say if they aren't working you probably should go back to the doctor.

Andromeda8 08/03/2020

HI Mary, if you are not responding to the medications at the doses prescribed then the psychiatrist would need to titrate the doses, or change the medications, or add on a new agent. With anti-depressive and psychoactive drugs, you would need to keep a diary to write down what you are feeling at certain points in time, whilst you are on the particular medication regimen, at particular doses. By that way, the doctor can detect from your symptoms as to what class of psychoactive drugs are needed and at the doses required to keep your mood and mentation stabilised.

MaryTurk 08/03/2020

That is some Wonderful advice Andromeda.
Always always consult a doctor. And don't hesitate when they suggest you visit a specialist.
I have been diabetic 20+ years. I regret now not taking better care of myself early on.
Take care of your self before there is no "yourself " to take care of others!!
Don't live to regret it!!!

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Thor2008 08/03/2020

Go back to the doc for a new cocktail. It happens and I pave been on dozens of different combos.

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