hey guys good afternoon

[Guitarsrcool]

it seems like my last post was deleted which is fine, I was having a bad breakdown and it’s been getting worse and more worse as the breakdowns occur more often and frequently. Doctor prescribed me antidepressants, should I take them? I feel like in the long run I’ll just be escaping and not overcoming my depression by taking pills. Don’t know if you’ll understand what I’m saying but lmk please love you guys

[Guitarsrcool]

thank you! That relaxed me. I just wasn’t sure if I was gonna basically be getting addicted to those pills to “feel good” you know

[LilyAnnepuppy]

I need my meds to even out my brain chemistry. I am lacking needed chemical additions.

[Guitarsrcool in reply to LilyAnnepuppy]

im sorry to hear that😔 glad you found a way to help with it though I hope you’re having a great day

[Artistfriend]

Meds are a good way to stabilize you so you can go forward, they dont numb you out completely from anything so youll still struggle. Its good you have the courage to face things, thats one of the most important things. Listen to your doctor but its up to you what dosage you feel comfortable taking.

[Agora1]

Guitarsrcool, by all means at least give a try to the medications your doctor

prescribed. Medication will allow you to take the necessary steps in addressing

the issues having caused the depression through therapy.

[bethelbee]

Yes, do give the meds a try. They typically don't kick in for 4-6 weeks so you'll need to be patient and dosages often need to be adjusted. Please keep us posted on your progress.

[Guitarsrcool in reply to bethelbee]

appreciate it man seriously it means a lot to me how much love and help you guys in the replies are giving me, I took some last night and I’ll continue taking them

[bethelbee]

I have had success with TMS, however most places will not do it unless the person has had at least a couple trials and failures with meds. I became treatment resistant to meds after being on them for decades . Most insurances dictate the number of med trials before allowing payment for TMS.

[Dolphin14]

I'm so glad you are ok. I needed meds to get my acute episode under control. It was only then that I could work on my issues.

I didn't find this to be escaping at all. I worked my therapy really hard, like a full time job. I don't believe in just taking meds. I have had intense therapy that kicked my A** and I'm a better person with a better quality of life.

The route we take to healing is a personal choice. I wish you the best

🐬

[Guitarsrcool in reply to Dolphin14]

im glad you’re doing way way better! And thank you I will keep that in consideration, I will take the meds

[Hidden]

You are COURAGE personified... Pls know that I'm rooting for you.

[Dolphin14 in reply to Hidden]