Guest Moomintroll Posted March 10, 2020 Share Posted March 10, 2020 Help. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
welshbairn Posted March 10, 2020 Share Posted March 10, 2020 29 minutes ago, Moomintroll said: Help. What's up mate? Though you seemed quite chipper recently. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Moomintroll Posted March 10, 2020 Share Posted March 10, 2020 What's up mate? Though you seemed quite chipper recently.Having a bit of trouble with the dog, totally subconscious as I don't even recall posting that. I am mostly fine but the urges to end myself are pretty strong in my head right now, I am not going to listen to them obviously but it is a bloody struggle. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJ2 Posted March 10, 2020 Share Posted March 10, 2020 Contrary to the above, I actually find social media helpful. There are a lot of helpful accounts and likeminded people out there. Fair point. There are good accounts on social media, I feel they need dug out in amongst the plethora of stuff I dislike though. You are quite right in what you’re saying though, there are good accounts that offer help, support and/or advice. Having a bit of trouble with the dog, totally subconscious as I don't even recall posting that. I am mostly fine but the urges to end myself are pretty strong in my head right now, I am not going to listen to them obviously but it is a bloody struggle.It is a struggle mate but, as cliche as it is, the dark cloud will pass. Not everyone can feel good all the time, but it will pass. Do what you can in the meantime to either focus your mind elsewhere or free it completely - get stuck in to a tv series or good book or try get outdoors and some fresh air (even just a walk round the block the reassess when you’re back indoors). Stick in mate, we’ll get there 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Moomintroll Posted March 10, 2020 Share Posted March 10, 2020 It is a struggle mate but, as cliche as it is, the dark cloud will pass. Not everyone can feel good all the time, but it will pass. Do what you can in the meantime to either focus your mind elsewhere or free it completely - get stuck in to a tv series or good book or try get outdoors and some fresh air (even just a walk round the block the reassess when you’re back indoors). Stick in mate, we’ll get there Cheers NJ, have admitted to Snorkmaiden how I am feeling, have always hidden it in the past so feels like progress. I am going to see my Mums ex partner this weekend after avoiding him for the past few years to suppress my memories, also going to watch Killie so I will probably have a genuine reason to feel sad come Saturday Night. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D.A.F.C Posted March 10, 2020 Share Posted March 10, 2020 All the media coverage of the virus thing made me really worry about my parents.I'm pretty much on my own apart from them so I don't know what I'd do without them tbh. Not that I'm not independent it's just all the shit with work they're someone to talk to about it. Anyway I think I have become over protective and went off on one on another thread on here. When my mum was diagnosed until now shes not really had the best of treatment and advice and have had little faith in the nhs although they do a great job with what they have.Playing football tonight so hopefully that will take my mind of things, at least at the moment my health is ok. I joined some forums about being alone and tbh it made things worse because theres people on there who seem to have given up. Not sure what the fix is just that until I get a new job or people change then I seem stuck in a self doubting loop.I think I've been stuck in this since I left a group of toxic friends nearly 15 years ago.Possibly why I get defensive and go off when confronted i feel attacked easily. Maybe also why I dont have confidence to meet people because I doubt things before they happen or play out the worst scenario.On a plus side exercise wise and fitness is back on track. Need to get back outside more and do some hill walks. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJ2 Posted March 10, 2020 Share Posted March 10, 2020 Cheers NJ, have admitted to Snorkmaiden how I am feeling, have always hidden it in the past so feels like progress. I am going to see my Mums ex partner this weekend after avoiding him for the past few years to suppress my memories, also going to watch Killie so I will probably have a genuine reason to feel sad come Saturday Night.Talking to those closest is always hard but good. Hopefully seeing your mums ex partner helps you with achieving whatever you want from it as well. Hopefully Killie get a win as well, please!All the media coverage of the virus thing made me really worry about my parents.I'm pretty much on my own apart from them so I don't know what I'd do without them tbh. Not that I'm not independent it's just all the shit with work they're someone to talk to about it. Anyway I think I have become over protective and went off on one on another thread on here. When my mum was diagnosed until now shes not really had the best of treatment and advice and have had little faith in the nhs although they do a great job with what they have.Playing football tonight so hopefully that will take my mind of things, at least at the moment my health is ok. I joined some forums about being alone and tbh it made things worse because theres people on there who seem to have given up. Not sure what the fix is just that until I get a new job or people change then I seem stuck in a self doubting loop.I think I've been stuck in this since I left a group of toxic friends nearly 15 years ago.Possibly why I get defensive and go off when confronted i feel attacked easily. Maybe also why I dont have confidence to meet people because I doubt things before they happen or play out the worst scenario.On a plus side exercise wise and fitness is back on track. Need to get back outside more and do some hill walks.I don’t know who you’re playing football with, but that could potentially be meeting new folk? Might only be for an hour and you’ll never see them again but it’s getting you out and something to look forward to. My mums had her own health scares and I’ve admitted to folk I really don’t know how I’ll cope when the time comes but hopefully it isn’t for many, many years yet and we’ll deal with it when it does. It won’t be easy but let’s hope it’s not something that happens any time soon! Good work on getting the exercise back on track, well done and keep going with it [emoji106] 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
engelbert_humperdink Posted March 11, 2020 Share Posted March 11, 2020 Just been prescribed sertraline today from GP. 50mg which I assume is the lowest starting dose as it comes in 100 and 200mgs I think. Just to save me scrolling through 200 plus pages, I'd like to know from those on here that were prescribed it at some point how they found it, was it effective, was it quick to work. I understand that antidepressants can take up to 6 weeks to take effect If it actually works for you. Thats what worries me the most, going on a merry go round on different tablets going through side effects etc and being back to square one.e 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RH33 Posted March 11, 2020 Share Posted March 11, 2020 I think it’s thought they can now be effective within a couple weeks. There’s no easy way find out which medication will work best for you I’m afraid. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AL-FFC Posted March 12, 2020 Share Posted March 12, 2020 19 hours ago, engelbert_humperdink said: Just been prescribed sertraline today from GP. 50mg which I assume is the lowest starting dose as it comes in 100 and 200mgs I think. Just to save me scrolling through 200 plus pages, I'd like to know from those on here that were prescribed it at some point how they found it, was it effective, was it quick to work. I understand that antidepressants can take up to 6 weeks to take effect If it actually works for you. Thats what worries me the most, going on a merry go round on different tablets going through side effects etc and being back to square one.e All depends what they said when your doctor prescribed it, i am on mirtazapine 45mg which was to help me sleep, some are to boost mood but they reckon about 4 weeks for them to start taking effect and its adjust from there depending on how your finding it. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJ2 Posted March 12, 2020 Share Posted March 12, 2020 Just been prescribed sertraline today from GP. 50mg which I assume is the lowest starting dose as it comes in 100 and 200mgs I think. Just to save me scrolling through 200 plus pages, I'd like to know from those on here that were prescribed it at some point how they found it, was it effective, was it quick to work. I understand that antidepressants can take up to 6 weeks to take effect If it actually works for you. Thats what worries me the most, going on a merry go round on different tablets going through side effects etc and being back to square one.eI can’t tell you I’m afraid mate, sorry. But stick with it and kudos for having the bravery to go and seek help. Hopefully they help, in time, and you’re back to feeling your best soon enough. It probably won’t be a quick fix but you’ve taken the first step and you’re on the right track. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heedthebaa Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 On 12/03/2020 at 00:31, engelbert_humperdink said: Just been prescribed sertraline today from GP. 50mg which I assume is the lowest starting dose as it comes in 100 and 200mgs I think. Just to save me scrolling through 200 plus pages, I'd like to know from those on here that were prescribed it at some point how they found it, was it effective, was it quick to work. I understand that antidepressants can take up to 6 weeks to take effect If it actually works for you. Thats what worries me the most, going on a merry go round on different tablets going through side effects etc and being back to square one.e Started to take effect around 4 weeks for me. The side effects are a pain in the arse (no not really an actual pain in the arse) but the positives of it, outweigh the side effects, although one in particular is currently being enjoyed by my wife. Had a long conversation with her a couple of nights ago, started off with her giving me a kiss and saying “welcome back” Anxiety and depression is hard, but sometimes we forget what it also does to our partners and families. I was oblivious to this. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dons_1988 Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 I must admit the idea of spending the vast majority of my time in the home over a matter of months gives me a bit of fear. I know it's not the most important thing to worry about in a pandemic but some difficult days to come. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevieKTID Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 1 minute ago, Dons_1988 said: I must admit the idea of spending the vast majority of my time in the home over a matter of months gives me a bit of fear. I know it's not the most important thing to worry about in a pandemic but some difficult days to come. Same here, i've felt my anxiety levels and ocd rising up a few notches, normally playing football twice a week is my therapy but thats stopped for the time being, my old mum isn't the healthiest its certainly having an impact on my mental health, living abroad at times like these is difficult. Luckily i work outside and that is helping for now but who knows what's around the corner. Hang in there mate. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigmouth Strikes Again Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 Looking forward to being locked in the house, no contact with fuckwits. Thank you. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dons_1988 Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 3 minutes ago, Bigmouth Strikes Again said: Looking forward to being locked in the house, no contact with fuckwits. Thank you. You're not married then? 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D.A.F.C Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 Looking forward to being locked in the house, no contact with fuckwits. Thank you.Smudger will keep them away. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Kincardine Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 44 minutes ago, Bigmouth Strikes Again said: Looking forward to being locked in the house, no contact with fuckwits. Thank you. 40 minutes ago, Dons_1988 said: You're not married then? I laughed! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigmouth Strikes Again Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 1 hour ago, Dons_1988 said: You're not married then? Yep, Snr charge nurse, so I'm fucked anyway. be as well going out. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sergeant Wilson Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 1 hour ago, Bigmouth Strikes Again said: Yep, Snr charge nurse, so I'm fucked anyway. be as well going out. How many times, she just locks you in after association. She's not your wife. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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