I've been depressed for as long as I remember really, was diagnosed with it about 15 years ago. Last five years or so, i've lived with crippling anxiety on top.
I've tried many anti d's over the years, only one really worked but the side effects were so bad I had to come off it.
After my last request for a med change my gp suggested she refer me for counselling as it's been a problem for so long. I was happy about this, I think the root of the problem needs to be addressed. I NEED someone, a neutral party to talk to. I want to be happy...feel normal.
They sent me an appointment with the MH nurse. Dont get me wrong, he was lovely and put me at ease. So much of what he said made sense. But...he said he couldn't send me to a therapist/counsellor. He basically said they wouldn't touch me with a barge pole because I admitted to having consumed more than the recommended weekly alcohol units.
Yes, I know I drink more than is recommended, I do because im bored, frustrated with my situation and my kids give me hell. (it's about twice the weekly recommended). I feel he blamed everything on alcohol, when in fact I was very badly emotionally abused as a child with a fair amount of violence thrown in.
I thought this would be a step in the right direction...and i'm back to square one. Somehow, it's STILL my fault, as it always was.
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Feel really down after assessment with MH nurse today...
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NooneIsListening · 16/11/2012 18:14
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