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Originally Posted by Jin13
Well, I guess my fist step is to find some sort of affordable insurance and get back to weekly therapy. I am not to the point of being a danger to myself or others, just really depressed. I know the unemployment situation is adding to it.
Maybe with the change of meds and weekly sessions I will move past this low point soon. I have been spending hours a day on this site (love it!) and have been enjoying the diverse personalities... you are all great and entertaining.
Thanks for the info Crumpet and good thoughts from everyone!  |
You are welcome. I am actually very pro-medicine even though I know opinions on the subject vary, even amongst professionals. Yes, therapy is crucial for situational related depression but if meds help alleviate some suffering I don't see the problem in that. In fact, some people who are suffering severe depression related poor concentration, poor sleep and appetite, and low energy may even have a difficult time benefitting from therapy until some of these symptoms are improved. Poor memory also accompanies depression for many people. It is another reason depression in the elderly is often misdiagnosed as dementia. While you are waiting to be insured it would be a good idea to contact your Community Services Board and see if you can get an appointment. They are in the blue pages of your phone book.Their sliding scale fees are generally pretty affordable and many of them are only seeing people without insurance.