I’m in a sticky situation. Advice?

[PilotJmanF]

I need help medically. I need some sort of pill to help me with my mental health issues, they worked for me in the past when I was younger. However, I am now starting a career in which anti depression and anxiety pills are not allowed. I’ve always wanted to be in this profession and I don’t want to lose my dreams because of a pill, but my mental health is terrible. If I were to get pills, I could never follow my dreams, but if I don’t get pills then I feel as this depression and sever anxiety will never end. What should I do?

[Elle_Luv]

Talk to a psychiatrist! There are other treatment options that don’t include medications. But I think a psychiatrist or therapist would be more knowledgable on that.

[PilotJmanF in reply to Elle_Luv]

Will do! I will schedule an appointment on Monday.

[Windsorgardener5087]

Hi, Thanks for post. It is a tricky situation for you. Treatment options other than medication are available including talking therapies and a newer option called TMS and the older but still effective ECT.A referral to a psychiatrist for a specialist mental health consultation seems to be the best option for you. The first consult is about collecting information about you and your health history. Follow up visits tailor a treatment plan designed for you. You need to be honest about your goals and motivation for seeking treatment to get the best outcome for you. All the best.

[PilotJmanF in reply to Windsorgardener5087]

Will do, I already have a therapist but am thinking of talking to a physiatrist here shortly. Thank you.

[Abigail_Wenderson]

Hi PilotJmanF,

There are various other treatments available. You can consult a therapist, psychiatrist or can go for treatments that don't include medications.

Try to indulge in activities that keep you healthy, like exercising, meditation, a healthy diet, spending time with your loved ones, etc.

I hope it helps you.

[PilotJmanF in reply to Abigail_Wenderson]

Yes it does help! Thank you.

[Hidden]

The post below answered this one. Right on.

And find positive outlets like friends, a hobby, education, or art.

[PilotJmanF in reply to Hidden]

I’ll check it out! I just don’t have any friends right now, that’s what is hurting me most.

[Hidden in reply to PilotJmanF]

Ya friends are hard to come by if you don’t party. But you got lots of people here. I realize not having a social support group sucks. So I came here. I feel a bit better

[PilotJmanF in reply to Hidden]

I’m glad that I joined, and am able to be myself and talk about my feelings without scaring people off.

[Hidden in reply to PilotJmanF]

Ya. Better to get it out. I’m sure I’m ridiculous with some of the nonsense I think. But to me it’s my non sense .

[Hidden]

Is a holistic approach doable? Natural remedies an option? I tried to find a website that discussed the many approaches if you are interested. This may or may not be helpful. I hope you find something that works.

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[PilotJmanF in reply to Hidden]

Thank you that is very helpful! I look into buying some of this stuff.

[Hb2003]

Lavender tea is good 😁

[PilotJmanF in reply to Hb2003]

Mmmmmm. You made me thirsty! 😂

[Hb2003 in reply to PilotJmanF]

😂😂😂

[Hb2003 in reply to Hb2003]

What ?😂😂😂

[Hb2003 in reply to Hb2003]

Thirsty for what just kidding

[PilotJmanF in reply to Hb2003]

Haha I’m thirst for some lavender tea now.

[Hb2003 in reply to PilotJmanF]

Yesss 😂😂

[Hb2003 in reply to Hb2003]

It’s very good 😁