So low. Don't know what to do...

[Suzi]

Sweetheart, why not pop in more often so you can have more immediate support and suggestions?
Any joy of seeing a Dr?

[Mattypompy]

Sweetheart, why not pop in more often so you can have more immediate support and suggestions?
Any joy of seeing a Dr?

Hey Suzi,

Thanks for the speedy reply Legend!

Yes I should do. Sometimes when I feel really low like this I completely withdraw from communication with anyone. Obviously a classic sign of low mood. You're totally right though.

You mean pop in here, right?

I have an insurer, so on Monday I will try send get a private quick evaluation with a local Psychiatrist. There's a lot to unpick. I may need a different type of therapy. Perhaps DBT. I've tried not of the other common ones.

My Venlafaxine has been doubled and is slow release now. A 5 min chat on the phone with a GP who is difficult to understand, and I'm a tele phobe, doesn't scratch the surface at all.

The lady on the NHS mental health line was good. She suggested these YouTube podcasts Wuwei.

Thanks for being there.

M x

[Paula]

I know exactly what you mean about withdrawing - that’s my trick too. But I also know it’s counterintuitive and talking about what’s going on in your head is far and away healthier and more helpful. There’s a quote about shame losing its power in the light. Depression makes us believe that we should be ashamed of how we feel, what we’re thinking and who we are. So it makes sense that the more light we shine on it, the less power it has over us….

[Paula]

After my comments last night, this appeared on my facebook page ……