barny1 I have been on anti - depressants now for 3 months and I feeling so much better and sleeping better. For ages I was in denial as didn't want to go on them , but I feel great now . Thank goodness .
HI muzzyden, which antidepressants are you on? And what are they for? depression? anxiety? mood stabilising (mood swings) ?, sleep?
I ask as i'm trying to avoid them, but always keep an open mind. If I can find someone who has similar symptoms to myself then I've got a better chance of approaching my doctor and finding the right treatment for myself, if relevant.
Call your care team and find a trauma therapist. PTSD counseling works. Find a "good fit" with your therapist. Some are much more skilled than others. Have your care team help you find a good psychiatrist who can find the right medication for you. Sometimes it takes quite a few trials. Your therapists will give you teach you coping skills. You are stronger than you think you are.
Hi Candy, I wish you well. By the way, there is an excellent PTSD support community here, "PTSD Global Community." Lovely compassionate members. It you'd like , it would be lovely to have you aboard.
On the top of the page, select "communities" there will be a drop down menu, choose browse communities, you should then be able to browse and select PTSD Global Community. Then, you are a member. I hope I explained this OK, I have a TBI and I'm horrible with computers. We'd love to have you aboard!
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