Originally Posted By peeaanuut As some of you may remember I was having troubles sleeping and some had suggested that it might be depression. I know I faught and faught that because I just didn't want to believe it, but the tables hav turned on me. I finally went and saw the doctor and it was suggested that I begin taking something. I refused it outright and saught a 2nd opinion. The diagnosis was the same and I have begun taking Wellbutrin. The effects will not be noticable for the next few days but I will keep you all posted. So to everyone that was supportive, thank you and only time will tell.
Originally Posted By Tiggirl I hope things get better for you, Nuut! Let us know when you get that first night of much needed deep sleep! ) ~Beth
Originally Posted By sherrytodd Joe - I hope this helps you out. Stay in contact with your doctor and if it doesn't work don't be afraid to ask for something different. Give it a little time though. It took me three weeks before I really started to feel better and then it started to taper off. I've recently had to increase dosage and I'm back to feeling better again. The side affects right off the bat may not be so pleasant, but they should taper off. Best wishes to you for pleasant dreams.
Originally Posted By EdisYoda My thoughts are with you Joe. The meds can take some time to take effect, so give it time. And keep talking with your Doctor.
Originally Posted By Kennesaw Tom Hey peeaanuut. You deserve all the praise here. I'm glad to hear that your being proactive. Keep up the good work. And remember is you ever need some friends to rely upon, we're right here.
Originally Posted By LuLu I'm so glad you did that! You've been on my mind. All the best to you, Joe!
Originally Posted By LacyBelle Thanks for the update, 'nuut. I hope those meds get you snoozing again soon.
Originally Posted By CrouchingTigger Peeaanuut, good to hear that you've taken action on the problem. You may find that you need to bump your fiber intake a bit.
Originally Posted By chickendumpling That is some good news there peeaanuut! Hope the adjustment period goes smoothly for you and that you find some sweet relief soon. I'm proud of you for going to see the doc, man.
Originally Posted By JazzCat Good for you! Anti-depressants can do wonderful things. If you think I'm hard to get along with now, just think what I would have been like without my Zoloft!
Originally Posted By peeaanuut hey everyone. I got quite a good night of sleep last night. I got about 12 hours of good sleep. Than I woke up, had a lunch meeting with the GM of the armada regarding being the team photographer next year again. So, so far so good. No fits of anger or frustration today. Should be a good rest of the day. Thanks for all the support. It really is helping. Jazz: your not difficult at all.
Originally Posted By sherrytodd Joe - I am soooo glad you are feeling better. Stick with it. Sounds like life is also really going your way right now. I know that you've had trouble in your past, but it's your present and future that matter now and it looks like you've really come far. I'm so happy for you. Sleep is a good thing. Be good to yourself.
Originally Posted By avromark Joey boy you stop being depressed, I suffered depression for a long time, still have some bouts with it, but life does get better, besides you've got an AMD or two or three... You've got a great website, lotsa fans, and I see why I can't be a social worker now.
Originally Posted By Pixie Glitter With all due respect, avromark, clinical depression is not something you can simply "stop." And the erroneous belief that it's just a mood that people can get over if they try hard enough is very damaging to those who have depression. It's hard enough to seek appropriate treatment for this in the first place without having to also battle the incorrect notion that a lot of people have that you can just cheer up and get over depression on your own. If it's caused (as it so often is) by a chemical imbalance, then the best route to health is taking the appropriate medications to get your chemicals/hormones/etc. back at the correct levels.
Originally Posted By peeaanuut 13 hours last night!!!!! Now that baseball season is over (well Golden Baseball League baseball anyways), I found some time to relax. But of course what am I doing this weekend? Driving to lancaster to see a baseball game. LOL. Sigh. Either way, 13 hours of sleep felt really good. Actually I feel a little groggy, but that will pass I am sure.
