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Anxiety and depression thread (Please read OP)

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    #8402
    Gremlinertia
    Moderators, Science, Health & Environment Moderators, Social & Fun Moderators, Regional West Moderators Posts: 59,864 Mod ✭✭✭✭Gremlinertia


    Switch to brown bread from banana for the morning? May indeed be unrelated of course..


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    #8403
    One More Toy
    Registered Users Posts: 3,765 ✭✭✭One More Toy


    fr336 wrote: »
    Yeah the more i think about it i have been having a bananna with the cit to not have an empty stomach then going back to bed and sleeping on my stomach obviously! However only problem with thia theory is why am i not constipated every day why just certain times, and today i didnt go back as had work earlier. I was walking along saying what a nice morning then out of nowhere it started...thought i was going into a heart attack at one point

    Quick check on Wikipedia, no sign of constipation so maybe check the leaflet that came with it it might be more thorough


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    #8404
    fr336
    Registered Users Posts: 10,179 ✭✭✭✭fr336


    One More Toy wrote: »
    Quick check on Wikipedia, no sign of constipation so maybe check the leaflet that came with it it might be more thorough

    Yep its definitely a side effect - along with everything else lol


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    #8405
    One More Toy
    Registered Users Posts: 3,765 ✭✭✭One More Toy


    fr336 wrote: »
    Yep its definitely a side effect - along with everything else lol

    OK so best thing is speak to your doctor about it ASAP if it's causing you discomfort


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    #8406
    fr336
    Registered Users Posts: 10,179 ✭✭✭✭fr336


    One More Toy wrote: »
    OK so best thing is speak to your doctor about it ASAP if it's causing you discomfort

    Yeah i will probably but realistically what can they do? Change dose? Get me on some other meds with more joyful side effects? Sigh lol


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    #8407
    One More Toy
    Registered Users Posts: 3,765 ✭✭✭One More Toy


    fr336 wrote: »
    Yeah i will probably but realistically what can they do? Change dose? Get me on some other meds with more joyful side effects? Sigh lol

    No idea, but I'd give them a call tomorrow morning to discuss


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    #8408
    RabbleRouser2k
    Registered Users Posts: 8,288 ✭✭✭RabbleRouser2k


    One piece of advice my parents former chemist gave them was, whenever you're prescribed a tablet, antibiotic or whatever, drink lots of water.

    These tablets can have all kinds of side effects (as can our conditions-the mind can wreak havoc on the rest of the body. My stomach knows how stress affects me). Even something like a disprin will upset my stomach-been like that since I was a child.

    The more you hydrate, especially water, the more you help flush out side effects. That and constipation-we all get that at some point. You need water and fibre to help with that.

    For me the side effects were often feeling sleepy or tired. (Starting to take vitamins helped too-but that's just me. Tests showed I was ran down.)


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    #8409
    Graces7
    Registered Users Posts: 32,634 ✭✭✭✭Graces7


    RabbleRouser2k wrote: »
    One piece of advice my parents former chemist gave them was, whenever you're prescribed a tablet, antibiotic or whatever, drink lots of water.

    These tablets can have all kinds of side effects (as can our conditions-the mind can wreak havoc on the rest of the body. My stomach knows how stress affects me). Even something like a disprin will upset my stomach-been like that since I was a child.

    The more you hydrate, especially water, the more you help flush out side effects. That and constipation-we all get that at some point. You need water and fibre to help with that.

    For me the side effects were often feeling sleepy or
    tired. (Starting to take vitamins helped too-but that's just me. Tests showed I was ran down.)

    You beat me to it ;).

    I am on codeine and when I need to increase dosage; get bunged up. Fluids are the answer.

    Giving turmeric a fair try just now as the alternative is not being able even to walk.. :eek: Taking each with a full glass of water.


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    #8410
    Meeoow
    Registered Users Posts: 624 ✭✭✭Meeoow


    I'm awake since 2am, stuff going on, annoying me. Have to head to work now, so tired. I'm on the verge of going off sick. But I know there would be no going back if I do that.


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    #8411
    Graces7
    Registered Users Posts: 32,634 ✭✭✭✭Graces7


    Meeoow wrote: »
    I'm awake since 2am, stuff going on, annoying me. Have to head to work now, so tired. I'm on the verge of going off sick. But I know there would be no going back if I do that.

    ((((HUGS)))) Is part of it the drab weather? It is with me. Struggling here but at least no need to work etc. Blessings to you


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    #8412
    Meeoow
    Registered Users Posts: 624 ✭✭✭Meeoow


    Graces7 wrote: »
    ((((HUGS)))) Is part of it the drab weather? It is with me. Struggling here but at least no need to work etc. Blessings to you

    Thanks, I know I should be grateful to have a job, and I am. But I am finding it really hard to deal with assholes at work at the minute. I'm letting them get to me, instead of 'tits and teeth' as my counsellor says.


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    #8413
    SMC92Ian
    Registered Users Posts: 2,015 ✭✭✭SMC92Ian


    My sister recommends you don't eat a banana near any sleeping, it will keep you pumped.

    Also not looking forward to the dark nights coming in, depression kicks in hard.


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    #8414
    carzony
    Registered Users Posts: 2,780 ✭✭✭carzony


    SMC92Ian wrote: »
    Also not looking forward to the dark nights coming in, depression kicks in hard.

    I've been dreading these dark evenings for weeks now.


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    #8415
    Graces7
    Registered Users Posts: 32,634 ✭✭✭✭Graces7


    Meeoow wrote: »
    Thanks, I know I should be grateful to have a job, and I am. But I am finding it really hard to deal with assholes at work at the minute. I'm letting them get to me, instead of 'tits and teeth' as my counsellor says.

    Being thankful does not destroy annoyances and frustrations... Hang on in there!

    It is the dark mornings I find frustrating. I am an early bird as I call family in Canada most mornings and then would enjoy a gentle amble watching the dawn rise over the ocean. Now I cannot get out until nearly 7 am!


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    #8416
    Graces7
    Registered Users Posts: 32,634 ✭✭✭✭Graces7


    carzony wrote: »
    I've been dreading these dark evenings for weeks now.

    Confront it? Extra lamps? Candles? Dread is a waste of precious energy. it is what it is. By Christmas it will be on the upturn again.


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    #8417
    Wanderer78
    Registered Users Posts: 28,947 ✭✭✭✭Wanderer78


    SMC92Ian wrote:
    My sister recommends you don't eat a banana near any sleeping, it will keep you pumped.


    Eating in general near bed time, is not recommended, loading your body and mind with energy


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    #8418
    RabbleRouser2k
    Registered Users Posts: 8,288 ✭✭✭RabbleRouser2k


    SMC92Ian wrote: »
    My sister recommends you don't eat a banana near any sleeping, it will keep you pumped.

    Also not looking forward to the dark nights coming in, depression kicks in hard.

    There are some who use those SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) lamps for when the days get darker.
    Apparently, for some, there is a link between the lack of sunlight and more severe depression.

    If one is dreading the dark nights, it might be something to look into. Possibly talk to your GP, or maybe ask about vitamins too. I know lack of vitamin D can make depression worse too, it's why we're encouraged to go outside more.


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    #8419
    SMC92Ian
    Registered Users Posts: 2,015 ✭✭✭SMC92Ian


    RabbleRouser2k wrote: »
    There are some who use those SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) lamps for when the days get darker.
    Apparently, for some, there is a link between the lack of sunlight and more severe depression.

    If one is dreading the dark nights, it might be something to look into. Possibly talk to your GP, or maybe ask about vitamins too. I know lack of vitamin D can make depression worse too, it's why we're encouraged to go outside more.

    I don't go to doctors, I just do it myself. It's def a sunlight thing, I'm enjoying going out of little walks in the evening but in a month it'll be pitch dark and the weather will be miserable, not looking forward to it. Also I need to get out for cardio health.


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    #8420
    Wanderer78
    Registered Users Posts: 28,947 ✭✭✭✭Wanderer78


    SMC92Ian wrote: »
    I don't go to doctors, I just do it myself. It's def a sunlight thing, I'm enjoying going out of little walks in the evening but in a month it'll be pitch dark and the weather will be miserable, not looking forward to it. Also I need to get out for cardio health.

    some doctors are extremely helpful in regards mental health issues, some are sh1te of course


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    #8421
    Graces7
    Registered Users Posts: 32,634 ✭✭✭✭Graces7


    Wanderer78 wrote: »
    some doctors are extremely helpful in regards mental health issues, some are sh1te of course

    It is a natural reaction to the seasons, not a mental health issue? In tune with the seasons . If we can learn to live with that? I find it easier every year now. as I understand that much more.


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    #8422
    Graces7
    Registered Users Posts: 32,634 ✭✭✭✭Graces7


    SMC92Ian wrote: »
    I don't go to doctors, I just do it myself. It's def a sunlight thing, I'm enjoying going out of little walks in the evening but in a month it'll be pitch dark and the weather will be miserable, not looking forward to it. Also I need to get out for cardio health.

    Agree totally. I walk early in the day though! And make sure I keep active by moving around, walking to the gate and back etc every hour or so. Not cardio health but keeping mobility. Today I was out for berries even in the drizzle and really enjoyed the challenge.


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    #8423
    Wanderer78
    Registered Users Posts: 28,947 ✭✭✭✭Wanderer78


    Graces7 wrote:
    It is a natural reaction to the seasons, not a mental health issue? In tune with the seasons . If we can learn to live with that? I find it easier every year now. as I understand that much more.


    I'd disagree there to a degree, I've met some that are desperately affected by the change in seasons, I personally love it, the changes in the landscape are fantastic, the mountains are stunning in the snow etc, I would class it as a mental health issue for some, have witnessed this in some, very debilitating


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    #8424
    SMC92Ian
    Registered Users Posts: 2,015 ✭✭✭SMC92Ian


    Wanderer78 wrote: »
    I'd disagree there to a degree, I've met some that are desperately affected by the change in seasons, I personally love it, the changes in the landscape are fantastic, the mountains are stunning in the snow etc, I would class it as a mental health issue for some, have witnessed this in some, very debilitating

    I can chime in to, I'm fine from around March to August, once the dark evenings hit then it gets really bad, it's like a switch goes in my head and I'm no longer me, I become restless, my personality changes, suicidal for no reason, loss of hope, very very odd and annoying, lots of people have told me how different I am during the winter months.


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    #8425
    Hermes Trismegistus
    Registered Users Posts: 12 ✭Hermes Trismegistus


    penovine wrote: »
    Dr wants to start me on Cymbalta - I am reluctant - but I also have neuropathic pain - as well as depression - so thats why he has chosen it.

    For those of you who have been on it or are on it, what have your experiences been on it?

    I am scared of nasty side effects.

    TIA


    Out of the seven or so psych meds I had been on over a space of six years a while back, Cymbalta was the only one that offered me any sort of noticable relief. I made the mistake of coming off it after a while because I thought I was 'cured' (by the way - psychiactric medications will never 'cure') and I after trying it again it didnt work as effectively the second time so I gave up on the medication route; I was so tired of the side-affects and having to go through all sorts of withdrawals on a regular basis.


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    #8426
    One More Toy
    Registered Users Posts: 3,765 ✭✭✭One More Toy


    Hermes Trismegistus wrote: »
    Out of the seven or so psych meds I had been on over a space of six years a while back, Cymbalta was the only one that offered me any sort of noticable relief. I made the mistake of coming off it after a while because I thought I was 'cured' (by the way - psychiactric medications will never 'cure') and I after trying it again it didnt work as effectively the second time so I gave up on the medication route; I was so tired of the side-affects and having to go through all sorts of withdrawals on a regular basis.

    For me on the other hand, I don't think I'd be here if it wasn't for medication. I literally couldn't get out of bed


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    #8427
    fr336
    Registered Users Posts: 10,179 ✭✭✭✭fr336


    Well things have been far better digestively since not going back to bed after eating. Just taken my first 20mg citalopram, doubt i will increase further unless i see major improvement and need to in future. Fingers crossed


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    #8428
    fr336
    Registered Users Posts: 10,179 ✭✭✭✭fr336


    Second day on citalopram 20mg, felt a bit down all day which i havent felt since i started 10mg. Hope it just one day but wishful thinking im sure.

    4 weeks on citalopram overall tomorrow. I live in hope....


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    #8429
    Graces7
    Registered Users Posts: 32,634 ✭✭✭✭Graces7


    Wanderer78 wrote: »
    I'd disagree there to a degree, I've met some that are desperately affected by the change in seasons, I personally love it, the changes in the landscape are fantastic, the mountains are stunning in the snow etc, I would class it as a mental health issue for some, have witnessed this in some, very debilitating

    Agree totally; I did not say it is universal! I hate summer myself. Others love it. I a, badly affected in winter though. well from August but know why and accept it


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    #8430
    Graces7
    Registered Users Posts: 32,634 ✭✭✭✭Graces7


    Hermes Trismegistus wrote: »
    Out of the seven or so psych meds I had been on over a space of six years a while back, Cymbalta was the only one that offered me any sort of noticable relief. I made the mistake of coming off it after a while because I thought I was 'cured' (by the way - psychiactric medications will never 'cure') and I after trying it again it didnt work as effectively the second time so I gave up on the medication route; I was so tired of the side-affects and having to go through all sorts of withdrawals on a regular basis.

    Yep! I was on wrongly prescribed meds for 30 years on a major misdiagnosis and the withdrawals when I ditched them... OH MY!

    I have many days when I can barely function and just go with it. I basically live in bed now. Do the bare minimum. And I mean BARE! But I am headed for 80 and coping with a major illness also. I would not take psych meds ever. We are each different and make our own choices. But I will never forget the influx of light and colours when I got off benzos etc. The meds dull everything. And I have so little time left now. So little. I seek to experience everything, whatever it is .


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    #8431
    Graces7
    Registered Users Posts: 32,634 ✭✭✭✭Graces7


    Wanderer78 wrote: »
    I'd disagree there to a degree, I've met some that are desperately affected by the change in seasons, I personally love it, the changes in the landscape are fantastic, the mountains are stunning in the snow etc, I would class it as a mental health issue for some, have witnessed this in some, very debilitating

    Hmmm But this is a physical reaction not a mental health issue. It really is physical . I turned a corner once I realised that.


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