So it is my Birthday and I have depression and anxiety

So I am now 31 today and I have lost 115 pounds Everything in my life should be good BUT I now have been taken out of work due to anxiety and depression.  I am now onmeds for this and I am hoping it gets better...I also am waiting for my dr to set me up with someine to talk to.  I can not understand why this is happening to me???   I wish  that I could figure out why  this is happening to me.  I have had blood work done and my estrongen is very low due to hysteromy almost 4 yrs ago.  I know that the meds take time to work BUT god WHY??????  I really want to feel mentally better.   I am wondering if anyone else has been in the situation??  So many things have changed with me physically and emotionally lately and I keep wondering why I can't b happy.   Thanks for anyone who gets back to me...XXOO to all my posters 

hope you feel better soon!
happy birthday!

Bridgit --
Sorry to hear you are feeling so badly. Just know that depression/anxiety are real. You have seen the doc and are taking your meds. Things should improve in a little while. It is not uncommon, though, to have to try a couple of different meds before you find "the one". If you do not improve, make sure you keep at it with your doc. These meds do work and can really help you. Hang in there.
Hope to see a post from you soon saying you are feeling much better.
Maria

Happy Birthday!  The meds sometimes take a bit to get just right.   

Hang in there.
Noelle

Hey Bridgit!!

I am sorry to hear about your new situations. Not too smart when it comes to estrogen and stuff...but I do know how it feels to be feeling wacked. How is your vitamin D levels? Tonight at group in GF, I realized that my hormones are "typical' for someone who doesn't absorb all they eat.

I will be praying for you....oh...and....HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Go shopping....it always makes you feel better :D

Happy Birthday....I'm glad you are taking steps to help yourself.  Give it time...we are here for you.

Rosemary

Bridgit, this is common common common after WLS, it is MAJOR stress on our bodies, physically and emotionally.

We do not realize preop what the obesity is covering up, helping us with until it is STRIPPED away. I would consider seeking out my own therapist, call insurance and get a list of providers. 2 PHDs who have done work with RNYs in Latham/GF/Saratoga area I have info on just call me this weekend or emial me...


The loss of food is a greif rxn much like loss of a dear friend or family member. Yes meds take 4-12 weeks to work if the right drug and dose are picked..I wish you well and this challenge has a purpose and will help you get stronger even if it does not seem that way now. Hugs CALL ME!

Jamie thanks for the encourgment....   You always have a way to make me feel better.   I am waiting to hear from my dr on a thearapist...I am not sure who.  I find it so bizzare that I have so much good in my life and why I am so sad.  The meds are making me feel better...Especialy the anti-anxiety.  I find that I am not worry so much on them...Lets face it I have always been a worry wart I feel like since I can no longer use eating and shopping to copy it's like I am naked or smething.  My BF thanks god is being very understanding.....I told him I am not crazy and that it has nothing to do with him.  I have changed so many ways outside and in that I am not sure who I really am anymore...I know it sounds crazy, BUT it really s the way I feel......I look awsome and I physically feel awsome BUT menatlly I feel ****ty!!!  I know I will be getting better....I will try to call you soon,,,Luv ya and miss ya  XXOO  Bridgit