Major Depression Post-Op
Just my two cents
Love always, Jennifer
I declare to you that woman must not depend upon the protection of man, but must be taught to protect herself, and there I take my stand. ~ Susan B. Anthony
Hey Beth,
sorry to hear you are feeling so down. Your body, and entire system, has just gone through a HUGE trauma. If you were prone to bouts of depression pre-op, then it isn't too surprising you are having a major depressive episode post op. Recovery is slow.
Sounds like you are on meds. Depending on the type of meds (SSRI'S, tricyclic antidepressants, etc.) you will need them adjusted quite often due to your rapid weight loss that is kicking in. Two months out is still healing period, physically. Add to that the emotional toll that wls puts on us, with hormone flutuactions, changing dietary needs, the toll of malabsorption...good grief...the list goes on.
Now is the time for you to really be mindful of your emotions, and how you are feeling physically. I'm sure you are working closely with your counselor/therapist, probably on some DBT skills? Being mindful of your physiological responses to daily stressors? It will get better. As your energy level starts to increase (which can take time after surgery...remember...major TRAUMA to your body), you will start to feel better. Try to be in a lot of light during the day as well....bright lights (maybe a light box?), and get some movement going.
Work on re-framing your obssessive negative thoughts...there's always a way, and you may just need to brainstorm with someone with whom you feel "safe".
Lastly hon, it is okay to cry. Give yourself pemission to feel these complex and mixed emotions in a safe way. You've are brand new to a life changing journey to better physical health...which, if you put your energy to it, will also lead to better emotional health. You can do it...
Giant Hugs....
Kathy
It knows it must outrun the fastest lion or it will be killed.
Every morning in
It knows that it must run faster than the slowest gazelle, or it will starve.
It doesn't matter whether you're a lion or a gazelle
when the sun comes up you'd better be running.
RNY 2/9/09 Buh bye Gallbladder 8/28/09; 100% EWL (181 lbs.) on 2/19/10;
It knows it must outrun the fastest lion or it will be killed.
Every morning in
It knows that it must run faster than the slowest gazelle, or it will starve.
It doesn't matter whether you're a lion or a gazelle
when the sun comes up you'd better be running.
RNY 2/9/09 Buh bye Gallbladder 8/28/09; 100% EWL (181 lbs.) on 2/19/10;
