Hurting in Little River

[Sprinkle1]

I am 75 and into a Bad anxiety/depression attack, I have suffered from depression since a child (it was mild and not recognized for what it was). The lst worst one was at 20 when I tried suicide, other minor bouts in between, 2nd suicide attempt at age 46. Finally found a Psychiatrist when I was close to 50 who kept me relatively free. I moved to S.C. in 2006 and have had some minor events, now I am desperate, I have no friends here, and do not know who to turn to, I need help and support. My Dr. has me on Venlafaxine, and is trying to switch me over to Desvelafaxine SUC ER 25 mg and then to 100 mg. But the insurance company is causing a hold up. It does not help that I am also Bipolar II for which I take Lithium 300 mg daily. I am so miserable this has been going on for weeks and I feel crazy and paralyzed. I be glad of anyone who can offer support and help. Thank You.

[redbridges7diana]

Keep the lines of communication open,,, you maybe need to tell yourself you are doing all you can with what you have,,, check in everyday let group know how you are doing please, you are not alone...

[Sprinkle1 in reply to redbridges7diana]

Thank You for responding to me, I am doing my best I am not a quitter, but the fatigue makes it hard to do much, and my mind buzzing gets in the way of concentrating. Most people have no clue how to be of help, just tell you what to do, I just need empathy and to feel loved.

[redbridges7diana in reply to Sprinkle1]

You are not alone,,

[Maxiomargie in reply to Sprinkle1]

You'll get empathy here. Yes, please check in regularly and let us know how you're doing.

[Maxiomargie]

Don't give up! You're in the right place. We're all here for you. My doctor is also switching me from Venlafaxine to Paxil. That in itself is always stressful. The last attempt to switch me ended in full blown panic attacks, so I was nervous about this, but so far - so good. I think the Paxil might even have a more calming effect. I don't know much about the Desvelafaxine, but maybe that's just what you need.

I'm sorry you're in a place where you feel all alone. If you don't work, maybe you can try volunteering for something just to get you out of the house and maybe meet some people. Nothing too stressful though! We need our rest. I know that feeling of being paralyzed. I'm in a bit of a funk myself too these days. My problem is intense anxiety, followed by depression. It takes a lot for me to get out of the house, even for work, so I know it's not easy. You should find some support on this site. I've found it very helpful. It really helps to know I'm not alone with my anxiety and that there are so many others dealing with the same illness.

I am here for you and wish you peace and calming thoughts. oxox

[Sprinkle1 in reply to Maxiomargie]

Hello, Thank you for sharing with me, I call it living in Hell, people tell me to exercise, but I am frozen with the anxiety and the fatigue is a big drag. I am sorry you have this infliction, my MD ran a test on me Genesense, they swab the inside of ones mouth and send it to a lab for analysis. The antidepressant that was recommended is the generic for Pritiq. But my insurance co. is causing a problem with obtaining it!!! I like doing volunteer work and have been a volunteer off/on since my teenage years, I will keep your suggestion in mind when I get stronger. The anxiety grips me in my gut and makes my legs weak, I did walk around my open floor plan yesterday for 10 mins and have promised myself 15 mins today after I take a Lorazapam (it is for anxiety) but the psychiatrist does not want me taking more than 1 m.g. a day - so I spread them out

And like yourself, I am here for you and I send you Love, Peace and Serenity.

[redbridges7diana in reply to Sprinkle1]

I found that for me exercise can increase my anxiety so I keep it simple like walking

[Sprinkle1 in reply to redbridges7diana]

Thank you, it does not take anything to get my anxiety fluttering, I walk around my kitchen and dining area nothing strenuous. I do deep breaths too, inhale deeply then make lips like a straw and exhale slowly.Thank you for your support, I am pulling for you.