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Conversation Between PSY and i_like_black

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April 21st 2013 11:34 AM - permalink
i_like_black

Congratulations on getting your Masters degree!
I know you will be an incredible therapist. Enjoy your time off.

March 2nd 2013 08:55 AM - permalink
PSY

Sure, feel free to PM me. =) I have to go to bed in about half an hour (it's almost 2 AM PST), but I'll stay up and reply to at least one PM before logging off!

March 2nd 2013 08:53 AM - permalink
i_like_black

Er, they're not the sort of plans people usually are happy to hear about, or happy to see you succeed at
If you like I will share but not through VM, because lots of people see your wall and I wouldn't like to accidentally trigger them, you know?

March 2nd 2013 08:51 AM - permalink
PSY

Would you feel comfortable sharing your plans with me? What I will say is that everyone experiences setbacks. They may not always admit it, but EVERYONE experiences setbacks. Just because you didn't meet your goals this time doesn't mean you NEVER meet them. Some people may be disappointed... but you know what? There's always another chance (well, almost always) to turn things around. Don't lose hope! I'm glad that you'll have someone to talk to on Monday, and that you feel comfortable enough with texting (if not calling).

March 2nd 2013 08:47 AM - permalink
i_like_black

Well, I was offered respite on Friday but refused because it didn't fit with my plans. Turns out my plans are very uncomfortable and painful so I didn't completely follow through. So . . . yes and no. I'm not capable of calling anyone at the moment (fear of phones, worse when I'm low), but there's only one more day until Monday, and I have no plans to leave my room tomorrow, I didn't today, but I can text my community support worker on Monday. I feel very strange because I told people what I was planning and now I have failed I feel . . . well, like a failure, but also, the doctor couldn't get to the place where our appointment was quick enough on Friday or I probably would have been sectioned. I don't know. I feel quite messed up.

March 2nd 2013 08:43 AM - permalink
PSY

I think I understand. If you're severely depressed at the moment, then it may be hard to see anything as being a big deal, including big risks. Is there anyone you would feel comfortable talking to? Someone who can either stay with you in-person until you've reached a decision about what you want to do, or who can at least stay on the phone with you to listen and offer support?

March 2nd 2013 08:37 AM - permalink
i_like_black

I feel awkward about talking to my team at the moment. Actually, I feel awkward about leaving my bedroom at the moment. Things are extremely not good and risks don't seem like such big risks. I don't know if that makes sense or not.

March 2nd 2013 08:35 AM - permalink
PSY

Well, as I'm sure you're aware, mania comes with its own set of complications... like paying the consequences for impulsive behaviors, which SEEM like good ideas at the time but turn out to be more trouble than they're worth in the long run. I'd bring this idea up with your team before taking St. John's Wort. That way, if they see anything concerning after the fact, and you don't recognize the signs, they can intervene.

March 2nd 2013 08:32 AM - permalink
i_like_black

I'm not on any medication at the moment. I hear it can help with mild to moderate anxiety and depression, but occasionally can cause mania. I would say I'm severely depressed at the moment, but I'm wondering within myself whether mania is a risk worth taking. Because anything has to be better than this. Right?

March 2nd 2013 08:30 AM - permalink
PSY

What about it? =) I've heard it can help with some conditions, but it's always a good idea to talk to your mental health professionals before adding another substance to the mix (drug-drug interactions can be difficult to anticipate, so it's important to monitor them closely, even if it's St. John's Wort).

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