Looking for a friend to share complex issues concerning bi-polar/anxiety/ad/hd and empty nest syndrome?
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Hello to everyone out there who are going through issues that only therapists and psychiatrists can begin to grasp. It is such a lonely feeling to be diagnosed with a mental health disorder. In my case, I have multiple problems. In addition to my subject list, I also dread the lack of daylight that we are now facing. I have all of these problems floating around in my head and have no idea how I function at work much less at home. I feel that I am basically a failure and a freak most of the time and the fact that I have to be on several different medications just seals the deal. The underlying question I keep asking is why can't I be normal like everyone else. Surely I could be better wife and mother if not for all of these disorders. I don't dare disclose my problems at work. I somehow just fake my way through the day and no one has to know. My daughter is very independent which is a good thing but I feel detached from her. I don't feel close to my husband either.
well i have ocd and depression and i feel like crap all the time i keep on going because i will not let my disease get to me i will not lay down to this !
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I think the most important thing is that you have realized that whatever therapy you are doing isn’t helping.
I think your opinion of therapists however not "knowing" what you are going through is because you do not really want to fix your problem right now. It is more of a defense, so you can feel bad for yourself. I know because I have gone through it.
I have been diagnosed as being a bipolar/manic depressive and have sought therapy for many years. It took almost 8 for me to find the right mixture of medication to be able to feel good at least 80% of the time. The shorter days, well that would be seasonal depression.
There is not a single person in this world that is happy 100% of the time, what I have found that helps is finding a hobby where I can spend time with and see the accomplishments I make daily. Counted Cross Stitch and quilting are great.
Not only that but keep lists, I find that I am much more productive (meaning that I get more accomplished by using these lists and hence feel like a better wife.) because is satisfying to check or cross something off of a to do list.
What it really comes down to is that your sickness is preventing you to form close relationships with your family and friends. It is hurting both parties. I would not give up your therapy, however tell your doctor that you feel your particular type of therapy and medication are not working and have them try other types.
Don’t give up, just remember to trust in whatever you believe in, and use all the assets you have, family, friends, and faith.
This is a very good blog, a beginner’s guide to abnormal psychology.
Short, clear and simple; and you can even post your question and contact the author regarding particular subject you are interested in
http://sensitive-psychoworld.blogspot.com/