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19 years ago 0 54 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Hey Debbi least you have the guts to take it,probally a breaking point ive been down that line before..I hope the medcine gives you comfort and makes the fight easier.. outlaw
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Thank you everyone I probably need all the support I can get right now. The kidney infection really sidelined me and it led to more panic and a depression, I am trying so hard to recover and put this behind me, I just feel so weak and tired like I am not bouncing back, hopefully things will get better, I want them to get better for us all. You are all so wonderful. GOd bless, Debbie.
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Hi, I have noticed recently that several members have had concerns about depression. If anyone would like more information on this topic, the Panic Center also has a sister site called the "The Depression Center". You can visit this site at www.depressioncenter.net Here you will find our Depression Test. Again, this test is not a diagnostic tool and is not a replacement or substitute for a physician's advice. The purpose of these tests is to prepare you with information that you can present to your physician. When you're finished the test, you can either print your Final Report or email it directly to your doctor. Casey ______________________________ The Panic Center Support Team
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Hey Debbie and Gina I hope today is bringing a little sunshine your way. I'm sorry your having such difficult times. We all can relate. Depression is so difficult to deal with. I am currently fighting it right now. I too sometimes feel like maybe God can't heal me even though I know He is much bigger than any problem I've ever had. Sometimes I think maybe I'll be this way for the rest of my life but I truly do believe God has something great in store for everyone of us. We just need to reach out. I relate depression and anxiety to walking on water. The key to getting better is taking that leap of faith and completely relying on Jesus even though its shaky and even though we may fall. He promises that He is always there but we need to rely on Him for that. It is so hard and this is something I struggle with constantly. I will keep you both in my prayers. Rest well. Take Care
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Hang in there Debbi, You will be fine... I hope the Paxil helps...I know it is difficult when you fighting this and feel alone, but you are not...God is always with us...in every way...and please know that we are are here for you...Gina, please remember this as well...It is easy for family and friends to tell us to 'get over this' but it's not that easy...it takes time...so many of us here have been 'fighting' this for years...but with time, I truly think things will become a little bit easier...I am also trying to be optimistic...although my husband isn't being supportive...but trying to be positive... Take care of yourself and please try to go see a doctor...Gina, hang in there....and try talking to your doctor and see what the best options are.... Sending hugs and prayers, B
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The meds are there for such situations, they weren't invented for nothing. You sound like this is where you're at now, so don't worry, i took the Paxil for 4 years and it was great. The reason I stopped is personal, and i know if I can'T make it on my own after a long enough time, I won't be a masochist; i'll take the pill and feel better. So hang in there!
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Hey Debbie depression is so hard to get on top of and it does go hand in hand with anxiety which makes our battle even harder but we can beat it we just need to take one day at a time and dont put too much pressure on ourselves dont overload your daily schedules and take time for us.There is so much pressure on us to be perfect mothers perfect wives perfect housekeepers the list goes on and as i found out the hard way it just cant be done no matter how bad i wish i could be all of the above we are only human after all :) give the meds a week or so to kick in and you will see the sunshine again.You need to get outside and enjoy the fresh air for a little bit go for a walk or sit outside with a book and relax.You will be ok give yourself time to recover from the trauma of the past week.Take care talk to you soon your anxious depressed buddie Lulu.. :)
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debbie, how are you doing now. just read your post. debbie take the paxil don't be worried about the side effects. you have to take the medicine to know if your going to have a side effect or not. in most cases there are no side effects. yes, most drugs do have a side effect of liver damage - i'm on 2 drugs that do taht and i drink alcohol. i get my liver enezymes checked every 6 months. in most cases all you have to do if you have scarring is stop taking the medicine for a couple months and your liver enezymes will go back to normal. some people even will skip one or two months. 85% of people that suffer with anxiety also suffer with depression. get out of your room and be with your family. that is the easy way out. i know it's hard but you're stronger than that. yes, i get that way to and i get mad. test--- get a peice of paper write down ten positive things about yourself and only yourself. then read these 10 positive statements over and over to yourself. continue this everyday until you can add more. goodluck, stay strong, and God Bless.
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oh god debbie, me too. i have been in bed crying all day even called a mental hospital they were so rude. i think they thought i was a prank call or something. the lady said it 2,400 dollars upfront do you have the money i said yes but how does all this work anyways she was so rude i tould her i would call back.my husband is fed up he said he dont know how much more he can take and my mom yelled you are ruining your life.my daughter is at a friends house today and i am happy because i also dont want her to see me like this.well good luck with your meds.i know you will feel better soon. gina
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This morning I woke up at 5:30 in the morning, I woke up sobbing I had a terrible dream that I was being arrested and handcuffed to a sink! I was upset last night, I could not breathe good, I know one of the side effects from the antibotic is lung and respitory failure so of course I thought I had that with the coughing. I have been alternating for days with panic and depression it takes turns all day, I cannot even eat. I took a Paxil this morning I broke down because I know I have hit lower than rock bottom, I avoid my husband and son because I do not want them to see how bad I have become, I stay in bed till night. I know this is very very bad and that is why I took the Paxil, this is my final attempt to get better after this I do not know where to go, I have lost my hope and faith, I even felt like "I was to severe for God to help me" which is pretty pathetic I know, I pray the Paxil will work, I have not been this bad in a long time, I was hanging on by a thread before somehow functioning after that kidney infection and the horrible medical care and life-threatning reaction to the anti-botic it "did something to me, I feel like I crossed a line, Last week I got upset about my husband taking my son, now I actually wish he would so he does not have to see Mom in this condition, I have to do this alone, my husband is not spending one more dime to help me, the kidbney thing out of pocket really hurt us and its a shame because we have medical. I am praying so hard that the Paxil will help, I cannot even hardly get our of bed and the depression with the panic is relentless, please pray for me gang that the Paxil helps, I cannot live like this anymore and I refuse to put my son through this. I cant fight this anymore its winning. I pray to GOd the medicine will help. Thank you all for listening. Debbie.

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