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Yes, Been there., lack of proper sleep cycle, sleep 2-3 hours and awaken, when time to get up and go to work- was extremely sleepy- but had to work.... my primary symptom was not yours, but I was ANGRY... no reason, nothing specific toward anyone else just.. an internal RAGE.. explained it to physician as so angry , felt like fighting at the drop of a hat and I'd drop it...LOL I was started on zoloft dose pack for beginning treatment.. Dr said it might not be noticed for up to three weeks, but i took a first dose at noon and was able to sleep 6 hours that night....i stayed on meds for about 3 months, then began tapering. and was off by end of 5th month... mine was probably hormonal induced from known health issue.
Children's Hospital here in Colorado have an adolescent weight management program that includes WLS if appropriate. They do programs that include the whole family for the best chance of success.
It's awesome and I would highly recommend you see if your local children's hospital has a similar program.
It's a big step for a teen and I would not recommend any program that is cut and run.
Proud Feminist, Atheist, LGBT friend, and Democratic Socialist
I honestly think that depends on his immediate health and a recommendation by a doctor(s).
I have a 16 year old nephew that is very overweight. He knows about my decision to have weight loss surgery and is asking questions about the different surgeries. I am wondering if its a good idea for a teenager to consider surgery?
Long term medication for depression or anxiety need to be monitored, adjusted or changed.
I was on one type, on and off, for 10 years, and it stopped being effective. Since then my doc switched medication and after 3 months I started feeling like myself again.
Hala. RNY 5/14/2008; Happy At Goal =HAG
"I can eat or do anything I want to - as long as I am willing to deal with the consequences"
"Failure is not falling down, It is not getting up once you fell... So pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and start all over again...."
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"What the caterpillar calls the end of the world, the master calls the butterfly." Richard Bach
"Support fosters your growth. If you are getting enough of the right support, you will experience a major transformation in yourself. You will discover a sense of empowerment and peace you have never before experienced. You will come to believe you can overcome your challenges and find some joy in this world." Katie Jay
We're for sure all in this together and there's no one right way. Trust your guy- he's smart because he knows who you really are not how you think you are. And trust yourself- your kids will be lucky to have you as their mom.
"What the caterpillar calls the end of the world, the master calls the butterfly." Richard Bach
"Support fosters your growth. If you are getting enough of the right support, you will experience a major transformation in yourself. You will discover a sense of empowerment and peace you have never before experienced. You will come to believe you can overcome your challenges and find some joy in this world." Katie Jay
I'm so glad you find it helpful. Gotta just keep plugging & never give up. Be very gentle & loving with yourself- it is the journey that counts.
"What the caterpillar calls the end of the world, the master calls the butterfly." Richard Bach
"Support fosters your growth. If you are getting enough of the right support, you will experience a major transformation in yourself. You will discover a sense of empowerment and peace you have never before experienced. You will come to believe you can overcome your challenges and find some joy in this world." Katie Jay
