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Mood: simonmcg
...pleased with himself
About Me: Male, 44, Kirkcaldy - United Kingdom, member since Jul 2008
I have had recurring episodes of depression a number of times over the past 14 years that have required treatment. My last two episodes have been most revealing. I have manged to establish that my depressive nature started when I was just 14 and my dad died unexpectedly... [More] from the symptoms of emphysemia. Fortunate my mum was smart enough to recognise slight signs of depression and was able to keep me stable in her own very subtle way. Something I didin't appreciate until one of my recent episodes that required treatment, the first after the death of my mum. This was something I learnt through intensive counselling.

Last October I hit another low which led me to being in hospital for a few days. Through that I have made a number of changes to my life. I now have 4 pet hamsters, I co-present the Monday night request show on my local hospital radio station and have learnt much more about my triggers and how to deal with them after doing depression managment classes at my local hospital.

I would often set myself extremely high targets, despite meeting and imrpoving on targets I had to meet.I have stopped that and that has been the biggest development. Being involveved in hosputal radio allows me to exercise my passion for music in general. The hamsters are great company and I've stopped trying so hard. To me I feel as if I'm only putting in about a 75% level of effort into things, others think I've calmed down from 150% to 100%. It seems to be that I am more successful by not trying so hard!

I really enjoy rock music and my favourite spectator sports are cycling and American Football. I am also a member of my local civic society, The Ramblers Association, the Institute of Advanced Motorists, the Scottish SPCA and Edinburgh Zoo

It has also been established that I might have to remain on the 30mg dose of paroxetine for about 2 years before begining a decrease to a control dose. This I don't mind. I seem to be better a coping as a result.

I have also learnt how to relaxe with the use of floatation chamber, the only other thing that gets me relaxed without the use of medication! [Less]
Interests: animals, rock music, cycling, American football, Technology, driving, walking, local history  
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Back to work


Sep 21, 2008 12:00AM
I've been on holiday from work for the past two weeks and I've thoroughly enjoyed it. I had successful trips to London, Drumlanrig Castle and the Highland Wildlife Park ne...[more]

Giggle the night away


Sep 02, 2008 12:00AM
I've found myself laughing a lot. Really hysterical uncontrolable laughter. I used to do this a lot, particularly when happy. It only poses a problem when you're trying to...[more]

Internet radio as well


Aug 30, 2008 12:00AM
Last night I done my first show on internet radio station Reach On Air. The feedback has all benn very positive and I really enjoyed doing the programme. It brought home h...[more]
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Mood: Lizz67 Glad it's almost Friday - I'm tired
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Sep 01
Just a quick note to say hi! You're right about the friends. I've just started to get in with a new group and I've told two of them that I'm bipolar. It kind of came up because they both work at my gym and I consider them part of my health care team. so far, so good. I don't feel rejected. But I'm still acting kind of a loner. Thanks so much for yur note. - Liz
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