Med-induced depression

[NeuronerdDoaty]

I have been dealing with c-ptsd most of my life. I’ve been doing very well and I’ve had great therapists. I use my coping techniques.

My problem is one reason I have c-ptsd is health issues. If I was a cat I’d still be dead. ☺️

When something with my physical health makes it necessary to add pain meds I go empty. I don’t care about anything. I only remembered to feed the dog because she’s right here. It takes days for the extra meds to work their way out. I try never to take pain meds because of this and I’m going to want them to work as time goes by. I’m not going to get better.

Does anyone do something that really jolts you up? I have houses and hobbies. I have my dog. I’m so empty I don’t care. I didn’t even care about an adorable picture of my granddaughter. I have at least 2 more days of meds and then 48 hours or so of it leaving my system. I have to get up. I’m just a blob here.

[Kkimm]

Hi

So sorry to hear how you are feeling.

Would excercise help. I find that if I go for a short run or a fast walk for about an hour I start to feel better after I return home.

Your dog would like it too.

Best wishes

Kim

[NeuronerdDoaty in reply to Kkimm]

Right! I’m going to get up and go while I can. I just don’t think anything when my brain empties. Thank you for the reminder!

[MattUK]

I feel for you, my partner has CPTSD and I see similar things. Do you live with anyone?

[NeuronerdDoaty in reply to MattUK]

Yes my husband and dog. My grown children are all spread out. I woke up this morning thinking nothing. Nothing. But I’m going to do what PNIAuthor60 suggested. Thank you for responding.

[PNIAuthor60 Major Contributor]

I am so sorry you are experiencing a med-induced depression, but I see a resilience in you that you are in that space and yet able to write succinctly.

You've opened my eyes with your post, I've never really thought of my medical issues as being the root of my depression or the other neurological issues. I must look at this in more depth. Thank you for your transparency.

Do you have a support system of any kind outside of therapists - do you have people in your life that inspire, encourage, uplift in whose company you feel relaxed and cared for? For me, it is my faith family. I am blessed with a group of friends who nourish me with their presence and the time we spend together. whatever it might be. Is there anyone that you would feel comfortable coming to sit with you or make you a meal?

Sometimes I watch inspirational videos of others overcoming impossible things because as I watch, I think if they can do it maybe I can do. I also love to read just about anything that I can get my hands on in order to move out of what are sometimes my despairing feelings.

[NeuronerdDoaty in reply to PNIAuthor60]

Thank you for the suggestions. I live in the middle of nowhere. I have wonderful people in my life; all 45 minutes away. I’m going to find some movies that will inspire me to feel anything. I just don’t think in this void. I will go put fuel in to start the engine. I should probably eat as well. Thank you for your time.

[PNIAuthor60 Major Contributor in reply to NeuronerdDoaty]

Yes, eating is good - have you ever seen the movie called Patch Adams? It is a true story and one of my favorites. I even wrote him after the movie to tell him how it impacted me.

Feeling isolated is hard - yes, eating would be a good idea - I struggle in that way as well. Even the tiniest effort helps.

I shall keep you in my prayers.

[NeuronerdDoaty in reply to PNIAuthor60]

I was such a workaholic I haven’t seen anything. I’ll watch that one and eat yogurt to start. I do appreciate your time and ideas. Doaty

[PNIAuthor60 Major Contributor in reply to NeuronerdDoaty]

May I ask why you chose Neuronerd as your ID? My friends call me something similiar

[NeuronerdDoaty in reply to PNIAuthor60]

I’ve done something in the neurology field all of my career. I’m out right now but I’ll be back at work again.

[PNIAuthor60 Major Contributor in reply to NeuronerdDoaty]

Thanks for your kindness in answering my question, maybe when you are feeling much better and stronger - I would be interested in hearing in what dimension of neurology you are involved.

[JapaneseFuton]

That is also why I try to use everything other than meds to reduce anxiety and depression. Meds can have extreme numbing or stimulating effect s on me and cause insomnia, sleep or a flat affect. Therapists and healthy escapes like music or nature walks work but sometimes there are moments when I can’t find a solution to a negative situation and it causes a temporary hopeless depression. I try to remember that key word, “temporary”. Unfortunately certain aspects of aging can limit solutions. Some things are beyond our control.