Embaressed

[Summersun1soon]

I was on antixety medication for 26 years. Because of this opioid epitemic doctors are scared to write any narcotics. I have to go to a psychiatrist to get them back. My pcp knows I need them. I take 5 antidepressants which he can prescribe. I live in a very rural area and the only psychiatrist is booked till April. She sees patients from 3 counties. I've tried to get in 70 miles away but I have 3 terminal family members and feel guilty if I leave for a day. Anyway, my family is beginning to notice my dropping things and getting confused while speaking. I'm very embarrassed that they have noticed. My mind goes 100 + miles an hour constantly. Believe me I have sympathy for anyone that has this disorder. I can't wait for help.

[loveneverfails8682]

Hi, there! I am supporting my bf who struggles greatly w anxiety. Hes on meds, too. I would love to chat w someone who can relate!

[Hopeful-Tinkerbell]

Who was writing your prescriptions before? They should not be able to just cut you off cold turkey! That is abuse! Have you talked to your doctor? I’m so sorry you are going through this. It is nothing to be embarrassed about. If you don’t take care of yourself you can’t take care of anyone else! You have to have your health to care for others sweetheart. Please do what you have to until you can get in to see the new psychiatrist. My regular doctor writes my prescriptions. Yours should at least give you something until you can find a psychiatrist. It’s December. That would be 5 days in 5 months to get your medicine. That’s not a lot. Maybe you can find a friend or another family member to hold down the fort while you go. If all else fails hire a “babysitter.” You have to have what you need. I quit cold turkey on accident and have never been so sick. I hope you can find some answers. You must be miserable. Just never be embarrassed. You wouldn’t be if you had heart disease. This is an illness just the same.

[Summersun1soon in reply to Hopeful-Tinkerbell]

Those were such nice words and thoughts. You probably know it isn't often when ppl with a mental issue here those. I'm Tryin to find one,but it is difficult. That's for the kind advice and words

[Hopeful-Tinkerbell in reply to Summersun1soon]

I think we hear nice things our anxiety just refuses to allow us to hear them as such. You should definitely talk to your primary doctor about your problem. Sometimes they can get you in quicker than you can yourself. If he is forcing you cold turkey that is not ok. Cruel and unusual punishment. He should st least continue doing what he was doing until you can get in. Transparency is key. Make sure you tell him everything. That they can’t see you until April and all of your symptoms. I personally would report him for abandoning you if you have an appointment scheduled to see a psychiatrist in April. Take and keep that while looking for another so you can eventually switch closer. NEVER be embarrassed for something that is out of your control though such as an illness. We all need to stand together to spread awareness and reduce the stigma associated with mental health illnesses. ❤️