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Topic: RE: anti depressants
I just started on prozac a few months ago. Seems to help my depression. I am somewhat apathetic about some things, but then, I guess it's doing it's job?! I don't mind getting up and going to work as much, (lots of job stress) and I have no problem exercising and showering again. (I was in a real low place for awhile...too long!) This HAS helped. I'm glad I'm on it except that it obliterates any sex drive you have. I had one a mile wide. :( Price you pay to take care of your mental health.
Big hugs,
Marie
Big hugs,
Marie
Topic: RE: At a bad place
Hi BeckyJean,
I'm sure most of us on this board can MORE than relate to your post here. It's not life that sucks...ti's addiction that does. I've been sober 23 years and fight my addictive behavior every day. I'm very strong where drinking is concerned, but so many other things can get to me. Ann is right...go to AA, get a sponsor and go to meetings. Keep the faith...you CAN do this!
Hugs,
Marie
I'm sure most of us on this board can MORE than relate to your post here. It's not life that sucks...ti's addiction that does. I've been sober 23 years and fight my addictive behavior every day. I'm very strong where drinking is concerned, but so many other things can get to me. Ann is right...go to AA, get a sponsor and go to meetings. Keep the faith...you CAN do this!
Hugs,
Marie
Topic: RE: At a bad place
Cross addiction is very common in wls patients. I can tell you that I personally think the surgeons who perform wls do not say more about the possible development of alcoholism and/or drug addiction after wls, is that they are concerned people will decide not to have the surgey.
Don't be ashamed to discuss with your doctor. Also, check out what type of MHMR facilities are in your area - they frequently work on a sliding fee scale. Go to AA meetings, get a sponsor, and keep talking to people.
Anne
Don't be ashamed to discuss with your doctor. Also, check out what type of MHMR facilities are in your area - they frequently work on a sliding fee scale. Go to AA meetings, get a sponsor, and keep talking to people.
Anne
Topic: RE: anti depressants
I have used, since having WLS, Zoloft - had to increase the dosage 3 times and I ended up feeleing like a zombie. So, then we tried Effexor and had to increase the dosage a couple of times and felt again like a zombie.
Then - did not have insurance for a period of time - so did not use anything. I am now on Pristiq which is a fairly new anti depressant. I have only been on it for about 2 months - but it seems to be working well.
(My diagnosis is actually depression and PTSD and Pristiq tends to work on both those issues.)
Then - did not have insurance for a period of time - so did not use anything. I am now on Pristiq which is a fairly new anti depressant. I have only been on it for about 2 months - but it seems to be working well.
(My diagnosis is actually depression and PTSD and Pristiq tends to work on both those issues.)
Topic: anti depressants
have been on them in the past but not sure if they will work post RNY - anyone know?
I/m 7 mon out
I/m 7 mon out
Topic: RE: sugar withdrawal
my understanding is that alcohol is broken down into sugar (simple carbohydrate) in your bloodstream, so it's part of the whole carb/sugar dependency issue. I have never been able to go cold-turkey off carbs. I know a little about detox and i know it's different for everyone. Having quit smoking and some other substances, what I can say is that my own commitment and acceptance doesnt eliminate the withdrawal, but it drastically shortened the period of physican and mental cravings and anguish. Deep breathing helped when I was anxious and/or craving. Recommitting was essential. It was when I held doubt in my mind that it was the hardest. Good luck.
Topic: At a bad place
I just need to talk to someone this morning. I had WLS 5/05 and lost 90lbs. I looked good, real good. Felt even better. Then one day, I found a recipe for brats cooked in beer. The rest is history as they say. From that day on, I was an alcoholic. I've gained almost all of the weight back, I have a disgusting hernia that needs repair, and I'm just sick of myself. I tried to get into private outpatient rehab, but due to financial considerations, was unable to go to 2 sessions a week. The social worker there told me that they see alcohol addiction in WLS patients quite a bit. I wonder why nobody told me before the surgey? Wouldn't have mattered, I would have had it anyway. I know my brain is addicted to carbs, does anyone have any resources where I can study this more and maybe get some help? I really want to get better, this life sucks. I need help and I am ashamed to call my doctor. Thanks for reading, thanks for being here.