I’m seeing a new doctor tomorrow.

I’ve been off my meds since June. Since then, things have progressively gone downhill in terms of OCD/anxiety and depression. I’ve been seeing my therapist regularly and trying to stick to mindfulness techniques, but I don’t know if I can get through this without going back on medication. I feel weak for possibly needing it, like it’s a crutch or something, but my therapist says it might be necessary. She’s recommending I talk with this new doctor about it so I guess I’ll see what they have to say tomorrow.

[TheEraOfSarah]

Great job on taking a step to see a new doctor. Meds aren’t a crutch. They correct a fundamental chemical disfunction in your brain. Chemo isn’t a crutch for cancer patients and medications aren’t a crutch for mentally ill patients. The only way meds are like a crutch is if you’re comparing yourself to someone with a broken foot.

[Hidden in reply to TheEraOfSarah]

Thank you I just picked up my new meds, hoping for the best.

[Indigo-ivy in reply to Hidden]

Hope your new meds & new doctor work out for you 💗 Definitely don't look upon meds as a crutch , like one person said some people need them as there is a chemical dysfunction in the brain.. and that's ok 😊

Sending you lots of good vibes , peace & love ✌🏼❤

[Hidden in reply to Indigo-ivy]

Thank you so much

[Toosad65]

You can not think those things away. It would be like trying to think away a heart condition. I have tried to go off my meds many times but finally had to admit to myself I can not be off them. There is no shame in taking meds for your conditions. You have medical conditions that need meds to help you. Stay strong.

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Thank you for the encouragement It definitely helps to know I’m not alone.

[Pamela2876]

I am so sorry you are going through this. I have gone through several times of deep depression in my life so I know how you are feeling. It is wise to know what your body is needing and to reach out to a professional for guidance. It is not wrong to take medication if it will truly help. You could carefully weigh out your decision and take fact based action and it wouldn't be a crutch it would be wisdom guiding you. Have you taken time with your therapist to do an inventory of what might be causing your symptoms? For me it was a difficult relationship with my husband who was an addict at the time that was weighing me down. It helped tremendously to talk with a professional and I chose to take steps to make appropriate boundaries and I didn't need to take medication. That is jusr my story and every story is different. I know of some great resources if your interested just let me know! You are in my thoughts!

[Hidden in reply to Pamela2876]

Thank you ❤️ I started my new meds on Friday. They seem to slowly be helping. For me, the anxiety and depression are all over the place, not just one thing causing it, so I suppose this may be the best route along with continued therapy.