Will this anxiety/depression ever go away?

[brownay2]

I have been truly battling what I call bad anxiety and depression since high school : I have tried so many mainstream meds and the ones that did work only worked for so long until I was relapsing with symptoms again. Quite honestly I am somewhat tired, and ehausted trying to find something that will work. My doctors tell me herbs, and natural things are not safe as they are not regulated, I say what can I trust at this point?

I have took Welbutrin int he morning and afternoon, and a celexa in the morning. About a month ago I was getting all my symptoms again-
- anger
- chest pains
- emotional eating like there was no end
- saddness & lonlieness
- tired all the time
- snappy
- not being able to drive as I would have panic attacks

Right after I noticed these symptoms creeping up on meagagin I got worried and wanted to make an appointment to see what was up. Well welost our health insurance and I had no choice but to go off both meds.Well let's just say I am sitting with chest pains all day, angry, sad, and just not myself or what I would likeit to be. Hoping I can get some feedback.

ANd before I forget I have gained 10 lbs in 2 months since not being on the meds. My belly looks huge, and I am not preggo, very upsetting ladies

[momma_monkey]

you sound so strong for living with these symptoms for so long. I don't have anything profound to share, except that I have dealt with similar symptoms for many years as well. I have opted to go the natural route and am exploring different combinations with my ND. Things that have helped me are: fish oils, calcium/magnesium (for anxiety), vitamin B12 (for mood swings), and Bach Flower tinctures. I am a true believer of the Bach Flowers, you can google "bach flower" to read all about how they are helpful. There are over 20 flowers that are specifically able to help with all sorts of emotional/mental concerns. The most commonly available combinations is called "rescue remedy." I don't know if you have any natural food stores where you are (sometimes Fred Meyer has it too) but it usually runs about $8 a bottle and the bottle lasts quite a while-- you only need a few drops at a time, though you can take it several times a day.

there is a great thread in the PDD forum titled "A true natural remedy" I am intrigued by the Inositol idea. Is there a way for you to get public assistance for health care?

keep being strong!

[NotTheOnlyOne]

I can second the fish oil for Omega 3's. I am also eating ground flax seed everyday in a smoothie and I think this helps too. I noticed a maked improvement immediately after making sure I was getting enough omega 3s daily. I also use rescue rememdy sometimes..... Also, make sure you are eating enough fat in your diet. Good fats, like nuts and seeds. For me, this really helps even out the mood swings. Hugs to you Mama.... Just know that it will get better and then someday soon, it will.

[pitchfork]

what about acupuncture to support the other measures? I have had some good luck with it.

[brownay2]

Thanks mamas for the nice replies, and also I think I will try some of these things that you arerecommending to see if this helps me. I guess I get frustrated as I am not one wholikes to take any kind of medication that is perscribed by a doc. I guess there are things that one can use to maybe help with this. Maybe it is my diet and my body is reacting because it is not being nourished, and not having what it needs.

All I know is in 2 months I have gained 10 lbs! So this is not the way I want to be going at this point.

Thanks to all of you I will still read this thread if anyone else seems to have not already posted something.

[lilacwildfire]

Just wanted to let you know you are not alone. (((Hugs))) Feel free to pm me if you want.

[ipfree]

You are not alone for sure ... I've been dealing with depression off and on for 10 years. I got off meds for a long time and did the natural thing that was working great. Sun is so important, and since I live in a state that didn't get the message that it's spring (still have snow and storm coming tomorrow) it's hard to get my prescription sunlight. I can't rave enough about the sun!
Oh and I heard borage oil is not good for breastfeeding ... just an fyi