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Oh I definitely am still medicated. Did a Prozac 'bridge' then switched to Cymbalta. Just isn't doing enough. Gonna see about increasing the dose next appointment (which will be long enough to see if it will work). I had a nice break from depression for almost two weeks.

I've learned the hard way, through a psych ward stay, that I need to be medicated. My brain is not functional for long without it. Just need to find something that works.

Doc is willing to try a straight up Rx stimulant to see if it can get me to where I can do the necessary self care to get better.

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@notaround
It is wonderful that you realize that you need medication and cannot fight your disease on your own.
So many of us who use psychotropic drugs are ashamed that we need it and won't discuss it.
These diseases are not something we make up on a sad or nerve-wracking day.
These are diseases controlled (or not) by the inner workings of our brain and body.
I how you find what works for you, quickly!

Best of luck!
Ronnie (GRANDMAr)