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Winter in the village - support for all kinds of MH issues - depression, anxiety, OCD, psychosis, bipolar...

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creamhearts · 18/12/2014 21:17

I know the thread is a bit dead but I thought I would start a new one and see if we can keep it going xx

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GooodMythicalMorning · 17/03/2015 19:05

Propranolol didnt seem to help apart from not making me sweat as much which wasnt a lot to begin with. Dr suggested the citalopram as it would be a better option for me.

Yes I have Cbt booked for next fri so that might be useful.

Suffering today. Im hoping this eases soon as been feeling sick all day.

Loveisashadow · 17/03/2015 19:17

Hello all. Not doing well at all today. Nearly did something very silly when I was out today (can't say as it's triggering). Had to work very hard to stop myself. My body was willing me to do it. Feeling exhausted and jittery.And cold.

Sorry not really saying hello properly to anyone. Hope everyone else is OK as can be.

Northumberlandlass · 18/03/2015 08:25

(((Goood))) - hope you are feeling more settled today.
(((Loveis))) - could you talk to crisis team? or someone? it sounds worrying. I hope you too are feeling more peaceful today.

For some reason I have decided now is the time to give up smoking. The last time I tried, my anxiety went through the roof! I've got an e-cig and hoping this will help.

Thinking of you all.

GooodMythicalMorning · 18/03/2015 08:35

North I don't feel as ill this morning but not taken my next tablet yet but my anxiety is still super high and Im losing my temper at everything which isnt great.

GooodMythicalMorning · 18/03/2015 08:37

North yes an e-cig might be a good idea as a distraction and not losing the routine.

Loveisashadow · 18/03/2015 09:24

I started smoking again yesterday after a bit of a break. Keeps me calm and anxiety level. I'm ok, feel very,very calm. Having lots of intrusive thoughts, but they aren't worrying me or troubling me if that makes sense. I feel a bit scared, but not too much. I think that fear is a good thing, it's keeping me concerned enough to get help. Am going to do some housework and then maybe phone my cpn and have a chat with her. She is coming out tommorow, so it might be worth waiting until then. I don't know. I don't feel "right" , but I'm very calm. Can anyone tell me about crisis etc? I haven't really got time for all of this, I'm a single mum and have to collect dd from school today etc. Just wish I were a bit more normal.

Northumberlandlass · 18/03/2015 11:12

((goood)) - I hope the Citalopram starts working for you. I did start feeling calmer quite quickly but my anxiety was very high when i started.

Have you had CBT before? I'm waiting for my appointment & not sure what to expect.

The reason for stopping smoking is really financial, the last time I quit my anxiety went through the roof! But if i'm going to keep my house, I'll have to stop.

Northumberlandlass · 18/03/2015 11:15

((Loveis)) I can relate to how you are feeling, whilst I feel calm with the Citalopram, the intrusive / negative thoughts prevail. I hope that counselling & CBT will help those.

I have a number for crisis team that was given to me at psych referral. I haven't had to use it yet, but it was given with all the information.

I hope you CPN is helpful.
I know what you mean about wanting to feel better & having a lot to deal with. It's tough when you are well, never mind when struggling

GooodMythicalMorning · 18/03/2015 12:33

North Thanks. No I've never had cbt before either. Bit nervous about what it is going to be like.

Northumberlandlass · 18/03/2015 13:17

I think you'll have your first session before me Goood.
The referral wasn't sure if I would benefit from counseling too - she said she would see what she could arrange.
I do want to start this process - it has ruled my life for too long

GooodMythicalMorning · 18/03/2015 13:23

I got a choice of one or the other, counselling or cbt but the 'steps2wellbeing' lady thought that this would work better for me. my anxiety is ruling my life too, I cant see friends, I cant even do the school run as I feel like im going to pass out and if I keep going sick my work will get annoyed soon and fire me.

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creamhearts · 18/03/2015 16:26

Hi all, thinking of those struggling.

I am a smoker as well - it calms me down so I keep going with it. I do worse things to myself iykwim!

Still in hospital and looking like they will put me on a Section 3 by the end of the week. Very sad and down.

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Loveisashadow · 18/03/2015 16:59

Hello Cream. Sorry to hear you are still in hospital. What does a section 3 mean?

My head is clouded with suicidal thoughts. Terrified I'll be put in hospital or that I'm going mad. Really low. Sorry for not really engaging with the thread.

I'm sorry about your anxiety, good. That sounds really stressful.

GooodMythicalMorning · 18/03/2015 17:30

Sorry to hear that (( cream ))

Northumberlandlass · 18/03/2015 18:41

((Cream)) - i am thinking about you. I'm not sure what section 3 means either. Is it an increased stay? I would hope you are receiving help. I am v sorry you feel so low.

Smoking has been my crutch for many a year, the only reason I'm stopping is money & vaping is ok do far (although I have had 4 proper cigarettes today - but this is better than usual)

I'm supposed to be going to rehearsal tonight, but I can't face it or people so going to have a bath in a while & try & relax

MummySparkle · 18/03/2015 20:25

I'm creeping in here.

Are they coming to assess you again tomorrow cream? I remember my section 3 assessment, I said everything I could to try and get out of it. My key worker told me I'd said everything to get myself sectioned Confused

Be honest with them, they will be able to help x

(Section 3 is a 6-month section for treatment)

Northumberlandlass · 18/03/2015 21:38

Thanks for the info mummy

Thinking about everyone in the village.

GooodMythicalMorning · 19/03/2015 14:25

Still anxious today but weirdly my mood seems better. Not feeling as sick, only when Im hungry.

Loveisashadow · 19/03/2015 16:14

Hello everyone. Saw my cpn today. She's spoken to the Dr who says I need to be on the anti psychotic dose I was before they lowered it last week. They said I can take a bit more too, if it helps. I'm also going to be having home treatment.

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creamhearts · 19/03/2015 17:58

Now on a Section 3 :(

Thoughts for everyone x

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Northumberlandlass · 19/03/2015 19:17

Thoughts with everyone.
((Cream)) - I don't know what to say Sad I hope you are getting the help you need.

((Loveis)) it sounds like your cpn was helpful, I am pleased.

((Goood)) hopefully the Citalopram is starting to work

I had to come home from work today Sad not for anxiety reasons, feeling quite poorly. Is it possible to overdose on my e-cig? Upset stomach/ headaches etc.

Loveisashadow · 19/03/2015 20:19

( cream)

I feel suicidal,but not depressed. Any one have experience like this? It's such a weird feeling. My friend that came tonight said its my depression, but I don't understand how.

Northumberlandlass · 20/03/2015 13:09

Loveis - I am having anxious/ negative thoughts without feeling physically anxious. Does that make sense?

I am still feeling queasy & wondering after nearly 3 weeks on Citalopram if it's the tablets, I've only started feeling sickly in last couple of days.

DS is going away with Scouts this weekend and so I am alone from 6pm tonight until 4pm Sunday. Looking forward to some time alone.

Loveisashadow · 20/03/2015 13:25

That makes sense Northumberland.
I made an attempt on my life this morning.
Home treatment think I should be in respite, or hospital voluntarily.

Northumberlandlass · 20/03/2015 13:26

Have you called someone Loveis? I think you need to. I hope you are safe.