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Friday, June 19, 2009 rainstormtears asks

Q: depression, bipolar, or something else?

depression, bipolar, or something else?  My doctor gave me sertraline a few years back.... and it just made me feel null all together. Like i wanted to be happy and i could be, i wanted to be sad, but couldn't.... it was an all over "just there, let the world pass me by feeling" so i stopped taking them.  I have trained myself to block feelings out, and I struggled when the doctor asked me about my symptoms... I don't remember my symptoms later.   I'm 22 now, and have been dealing with this my WHOLE life! i can look back and see times when i was 5 and didn't want to go on with life any more, feelings of worthlessness.  I see myself as very 'scatter brained'.  I get eaisly triggered and my mom has said numerous times.... I don't want to say something in fear that it may piss you off.  I hate doctors and thought that maybe if i got a little insight from someone before i attempt the whole bloody doctor situation!

 

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Merely Me, Health Guide
6/21/09 7:33pm

Hi there

 

So are you asking for some courage to get you back to see a doctor?  Or are you wanting some explanation for your moods?  Or...?

 

It would be impossible if not unethical for anyone here to diagnose you.  I know that it is hard to wonder what is going on and sometimes you just want a label to define the problem.  If you are looking for those types of answers it would be good to see a doctor or therapist. 

 

I think many people here can relate to the rollercoaster ride of moods and seeking help.  Some antidepressants can do that to you...just kinda flatten you out.  That was my experience on Prozac and I didn't much care for it.  But there are so many medications out there now and so many different combinations that..it may be a worthy investigation to see if one of these treatments work for you. 

 

I hate to say it...but it is all a gamble.  Sometimes you get a great therapist and sometimes you get a stinker.  And likewise for meds or any other thing you try.  You have to be prepared to take those risks. 

 

It sounds like you want to get help...this is a really good first step.

 

Why don't you tell us what you are most afraid of by seeing a doctor.  Maybe we can help you address your fears.

 

Keep writing here and thank you for your question.

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By rainstormtears— Last Modified: 12/27/10, First Published: 06/19/09