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day 17 & really distressed
I feel worse than ever today. I barely have the energy to get out of bed.I have no support system whatsoever. I tried aa/na meetings but I am hearing impaired and could not hear anything, just escalates my anxiety. Online groups someone suggested, but really would like a human being and a warm hug. Regardless, the shape I'm in, I could not even make it to a meeting. I'm in serious trouble here. Yes, I know it takes time for the body/brain to heal but to be deteriorating feels like something is not right. I am eating, taking vitamins doing all the things that have been advised on this site. I was taking in some walks but am now too weak and depressed. I pray & pray for help, strength, guidance.
Sorry today is no better.
I know there's no Panacea and the brain needs time to heal. But in the mean time, have you tried Rhodiola rosea? From LiveStrong:
"Rhodiola rosea may be used as a natural treatment for depression. Rhodiola has been shown to increase serotonin in addition to other brain neurotransmitters that contribute to a healthy mental state. A research study in the March 2009 edition of "The Journal of Ethnopharmacology" discovered that Rhodiola rosea has potent anti-depressant effects. Through these effects, it has been shown to improve mood and nervous system function. The study discovered that the herb works similarly to anti-depressant drugs that fall into the category of "MAOI" (monoamine oxidase inhibitors). MAOI drugs are prescribed less commonly these days compared to other antidepressants, but they are still used on occasion for atypical depression, agoraphobia, social anxiety, smoking cessation and migraine prophylaxis.
A study published in the October 2000 issue of "Phytomedicine" researched the effect of rhodiola on 56 young, healthy doctors experiencing fatigue during night duty. The authors measured rhodiola effects by calculating total mental performance, and found significant improvement in the treatment group compared to the placebo group. The 2001 "Alternative Medicine Review" article notes that rhodiola shows usefulness for improving problems involved with intense physical or intellectual stress, including declines in work performance, insomnia, lack of appetite, irritability, hypertension, headaches and fatigue."
I know there's no Panacea and the brain needs time to heal. But in the mean time, have you tried Rhodiola rosea? From LiveStrong:
"Rhodiola rosea may be used as a natural treatment for depression. Rhodiola has been shown to increase serotonin in addition to other brain neurotransmitters that contribute to a healthy mental state. A research study in the March 2009 edition of "The Journal of Ethnopharmacology" discovered that Rhodiola rosea has potent anti-depressant effects. Through these effects, it has been shown to improve mood and nervous system function. The study discovered that the herb works similarly to anti-depressant drugs that fall into the category of "MAOI" (monoamine oxidase inhibitors). MAOI drugs are prescribed less commonly these days compared to other antidepressants, but they are still used on occasion for atypical depression, agoraphobia, social anxiety, smoking cessation and migraine prophylaxis.
A study published in the October 2000 issue of "Phytomedicine" researched the effect of rhodiola on 56 young, healthy doctors experiencing fatigue during night duty. The authors measured rhodiola effects by calculating total mental performance, and found significant improvement in the treatment group compared to the placebo group. The 2001 "Alternative Medicine Review" article notes that rhodiola shows usefulness for improving problems involved with intense physical or intellectual stress, including declines in work performance, insomnia, lack of appetite, irritability, hypertension, headaches and fatigue."
Hope you feel better..no that this is temporary. It will pass.. If its col out play some online games.. Bejeweled. Was a winner for me
Thanks for asking; sorry to report I'm no better today. Whilst lying in bed, for the better part of the day, was trying to come up with a game plan but failed. I've never in my life felt so alone, helpless and hopeless. I think of all you who posted that this gets better and I cling to this. I am utterly drained of all energy, depressed (a/d's don't help) anxious, and in a state of inertia. Day 18 and just praying this lifts soon.
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