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OCD and Major Depression

Posted by mariajean03 @mariajean03, Oct 26, 2020

I'm overly medicated but am afraid to cut back. When I do I spend all nite worrying I won't sleep! All I do is lay there doing tormenting compulsions. Wake up very dizzy every morning,. It goes away in 2 hours. I need to taper off 325mg. Seraquel but too scared. I have been able to stay out of the hospital for a year though. So confused. Any suggestions? Maria.

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buyearly | @buyearly | Nov 26, 2020
In reply to @mariajean03 "Thanks for praying dear. Looks like we have a lot in common. I'm so scared I..." + (show)
@mariajean03

Thanks for praying dear. Looks like we have a lot in common. I'm so scared I won't recover right from my bunion surgery and my Dr. is out of state. Tried the minally invasive kind. The depression is getting worse. How are you doing? Maria.

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Hi Maria! I'm doing really good and I am thankful for you, my family and all the blessings HE gives us in spite of whatever hard times we are going through. I know GOD loves us no matter what! I pray that your depression lifts soon. In trying to help my son who is severely depressed I found out that anyone can call "211" which is the national number to get mental health help and referrals. Maybe that would be an additional source of help for you. Blessings. Sharon

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mariajean03 | @mariajean03 | Nov 26, 2020
In reply to @buyearly "Hi Maria! Just a word: I found a NeuroPsychiatrist many years ago who correctly diagnosed my..." + (show)
@buyearly

Hi Maria! Just a word: I found a NeuroPsychiatrist many years ago who correctly diagnosed my Bipolar II and OCD. The best thing I ever did!!! They can look at your brain AND mind issues. The med she recommended (Lithiobid/Lithium) is exactly what I needed and I've been taking for 33 years! Maybe you can find this kind of doctor - in any case, DON'T GIVE UP!! Praying for you. Sharon

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I can't find one in Des Moines,Ia.! I don't know where else to look. Can anyone help? Maria.

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buyearly | @buyearly | Nov 27, 2020
In reply to @mariajean03 "I can't find one in Des Moines,Ia.! I don't know where else to look. Can anyone..." + (show)
@mariajean03

I can't find one in Des Moines,Ia.! I don't know where else to look. Can anyone help? Maria.

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I know it's frustrating trying to find the right doctor. I GOOGLED: Des Moines, IA Neuropsychiatrist. I got a long list which also included NeuroPsychologist who cannot prescribe meds and do psych testing. There were several NeuroPsychiatrists however. I am included as many as I can -- maybe you can Google the rest. Peace and blessings! Sharon

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Neuropsychiatrists in Des Moines, IA
Here is a complete list of most available Neuropsychiatrists in Des Moines, IA.The Trustoria Directory helps everyone discover the best Doctor for their latest project.Be sure to see other cities near you to locate the names of more service providers.
189 results found

Randall Hamilton Des Moines, IA
Professions & Specialties
NeuropsychiatristNeurological SpecialistNeurologistSurgeonSurgical SpecialistDoctor of Medicine

Experience & Education
Specialties:Neurology, Neuropsychiatry (Neurology)
Address:Des Moines
1111 6Th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314
(515) 358-0011 (Phone), (515) 358-0097 (Fax)
Certifications:Neurology, 1999
Awards:Healthgrades Honor Roll
Languages:English, Spanish
Hospitals:Des Moines
1111 6Th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314

Mercy Medical Center - Des Moines
1111 6Th Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50314
Calvin Hansen Des Moines, IA
Professions & Specialties
NeuropsychiatristNeurological SpecialistNeurologistDoctor of Medicine

Experience & Education
Specialties:Neurology, Neuropsychiatry (Neurology)
Address:Methodist Plaza Specialty
1221 Pleasant St, Des Moines, IA 50309
(515) 241-4200 (Phone)
Certifications:Neurology, 1993
Awards:Healthgrades Honor Roll
Languages:English
Hospitals:Methodist Plaza Specialty
1221 Pleasant St, Des Moines, IA 50309

Iowa Methodist Medical Center
1200 Pleasant Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
Philosophy:Choosing a physician is a very important and personal choice. At Iowa Health Physicians and Clinics ...
Heike Schmolck Des Moines, IA
Professions & Specialties
NeuropsychiatristNeurological SpecialistNeurologistDoctor of Medicine

Experience & Education
Specialties:Neuropsychiatry (Neurology)
Address:Des Moines
1111 6Th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314
(515) 358-0011 (Phone), (515) 358-0097 (Fax)
Certifications:Neurology, 2006
Awards:Healthgrades Honor Roll
Languages:English, Spanish
Hospitals:Des Moines
1111 6Th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314

Iowa Lutheran Hospital
700 East University Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50316
Lynn Struck Des Moines, IA
Professions & Specialties
NeuropsychiatristNeurological SpecialistNeurologistDoctor of Medicine

Experience & Education
Specialties:Neurology, Neuropsychiatry (Neurology)
Address:Methodist Plaza Specialty
1221 Pleasant St, Des Moines, IA 50309
(515) 241-4200 (Phone)
Certifications:Neurology, 1992
Awards:Healthgrades Honor Roll
Languages:English
Hospitals:Methodist Plaza Specialty
1221 Pleasant St, Des Moines, IA 50309

Iowa Methodist Medical Center
1200 Pleasant Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
Philosophy:Choosing a physician is a very important and personal choice. At Iowa Health Physicians and Clinics ...
Ara Robinson Des Moines, IA
Professions & Specialties
NeuropsychiatristPsychiatristNeurological SpecialistNeurologistPsychiatric Specialist

Experience & Education
Specialties:Neuropsychiatry (Psychiatry)
Age:~45
Address:Iowa Health Psychiatry
1215 Pleasant St Suite 514, Des Moines, IA 50309
(515) 283-1221 (Phone)

1221 Center St Suite 8, Des Moines, IA 50309
(515) 283-1221 (Phone), (515) 283-2017 (Fax)
Certifications:Psychiatry, 2011
Awards:Healthgrades Honor Roll
Languages:English
Hospitals:Iowa Health Psychiatry
1215 Pleasant St Suite 514, Des Moines, IA 50309

Iowa Lutheran Hospital
700 East University Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50316
Michael Jacoby Des Moines, IA
Professions & Specialties
NeuropsychiatristNeurological SpecialistNeurologistPhysical Therapy SpecialistSurgical SpecialistDoctor of Medicine

Experience & Education
Specialties:Vascular Neurology
Address:Des Moines
1111 6Th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314
(515) 358-0011 (Phone), (515) 358-0097 (Fax)
Certifications:Neurology, 2008
Vascular Neurology, 2009
Awards:Healthgrades Honor Roll
Languages:English, Spanish
Hospitals:Des Moines
1111 6Th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314

Iowa Lutheran Hospital
700 East University Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50316

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Erika | @erikas | Nov 27, 2020
In reply to @tlovesherdad2020 "Nope I feel I've made progress with getting everything out and off my heart I can..." + (show)
@tlovesherdad2020

Nope I feel I've made progress with getting everything out and off my heart I can start to heal .

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@tlovesherdad2020 Progress is a step in the right direction. It's going to take a lot to heal. It's important for everyone to have supports. If you do not have informal (friends and family) support it is even more important to have formal supports (therapist, social worker, ARMS worker). May I ask if you are currently receiving any of these or similar services?

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mariajean03 | @mariajean03 | Nov 28, 2020
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@woogie

HOW May I CONTACT YOU PRIVATELY?

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I don't know how that works!

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mariajean03 | @mariajean03 | Nov 28, 2020

Please tell me how to contact woogie privately?

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Ginger, Volunteer Mentor | @gingerw | Nov 28, 2020
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@mariajean03

Please tell me how to contact woogie privately?

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@mariajean03 When you look at woogie's name in a post she made, click on the blue letters. This will take you to her profile. There you can click on "send private message", and do so to her.

Hope this helps.
Ginger

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Hank | @jesfactsmon | Nov 29, 2020
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@mariajean03

Please tell me how to contact woogie privately?

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@mariajean03
Hi Maria, here is the Connect page where you can find info on Private Messaging:
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/get-started-on-connect/
Just scroll down to "How to Send a Private Message". Hank

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mariajean03 | @mariajean03 | Nov 29, 2020
In reply to @buyearly "I know it's frustrating trying to find the right doctor. I GOOGLED: Des Moines, IA Neuropsychiatrist...." + (show)
@buyearly

I know it's frustrating trying to find the right doctor. I GOOGLED: Des Moines, IA Neuropsychiatrist. I got a long list which also included NeuroPsychologist who cannot prescribe meds and do psych testing. There were several NeuroPsychiatrists however. I am included as many as I can -- maybe you can Google the rest. Peace and blessings! Sharon

Find a professional & check records
Neuropsychiatrists in Des Moines, IA
Here is a complete list of most available Neuropsychiatrists in Des Moines, IA.The Trustoria Directory helps everyone discover the best Doctor for their latest project.Be sure to see other cities near you to locate the names of more service providers.
189 results found

Randall Hamilton Des Moines, IA
Professions & Specialties
NeuropsychiatristNeurological SpecialistNeurologistSurgeonSurgical SpecialistDoctor of Medicine

Experience & Education
Specialties:Neurology, Neuropsychiatry (Neurology)
Address:Des Moines
1111 6Th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314
(515) 358-0011 (Phone), (515) 358-0097 (Fax)
Certifications:Neurology, 1999
Awards:Healthgrades Honor Roll
Languages:English, Spanish
Hospitals:Des Moines
1111 6Th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314

Mercy Medical Center - Des Moines
1111 6Th Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50314
Calvin Hansen Des Moines, IA
Professions & Specialties
NeuropsychiatristNeurological SpecialistNeurologistDoctor of Medicine

Experience & Education
Specialties:Neurology, Neuropsychiatry (Neurology)
Address:Methodist Plaza Specialty
1221 Pleasant St, Des Moines, IA 50309
(515) 241-4200 (Phone)
Certifications:Neurology, 1993
Awards:Healthgrades Honor Roll
Languages:English
Hospitals:Methodist Plaza Specialty
1221 Pleasant St, Des Moines, IA 50309

Iowa Methodist Medical Center
1200 Pleasant Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
Philosophy:Choosing a physician is a very important and personal choice. At Iowa Health Physicians and Clinics ...
Heike Schmolck Des Moines, IA
Professions & Specialties
NeuropsychiatristNeurological SpecialistNeurologistDoctor of Medicine

Experience & Education
Specialties:Neuropsychiatry (Neurology)
Address:Des Moines
1111 6Th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314
(515) 358-0011 (Phone), (515) 358-0097 (Fax)
Certifications:Neurology, 2006
Awards:Healthgrades Honor Roll
Languages:English, Spanish
Hospitals:Des Moines
1111 6Th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314

Iowa Lutheran Hospital
700 East University Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50316
Lynn Struck Des Moines, IA
Professions & Specialties
NeuropsychiatristNeurological SpecialistNeurologistDoctor of Medicine

Experience & Education
Specialties:Neurology, Neuropsychiatry (Neurology)
Address:Methodist Plaza Specialty
1221 Pleasant St, Des Moines, IA 50309
(515) 241-4200 (Phone)
Certifications:Neurology, 1992
Awards:Healthgrades Honor Roll
Languages:English
Hospitals:Methodist Plaza Specialty
1221 Pleasant St, Des Moines, IA 50309

Iowa Methodist Medical Center
1200 Pleasant Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
Philosophy:Choosing a physician is a very important and personal choice. At Iowa Health Physicians and Clinics ...
Ara Robinson Des Moines, IA
Professions & Specialties
NeuropsychiatristPsychiatristNeurological SpecialistNeurologistPsychiatric Specialist

Experience & Education
Specialties:Neuropsychiatry (Psychiatry)
Age:~45
Address:Iowa Health Psychiatry
1215 Pleasant St Suite 514, Des Moines, IA 50309
(515) 283-1221 (Phone)

1221 Center St Suite 8, Des Moines, IA 50309
(515) 283-1221 (Phone), (515) 283-2017 (Fax)
Certifications:Psychiatry, 2011
Awards:Healthgrades Honor Roll
Languages:English
Hospitals:Iowa Health Psychiatry
1215 Pleasant St Suite 514, Des Moines, IA 50309

Iowa Lutheran Hospital
700 East University Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50316
Michael Jacoby Des Moines, IA
Professions & Specialties
NeuropsychiatristNeurological SpecialistNeurologistPhysical Therapy SpecialistSurgical SpecialistDoctor of Medicine

Experience & Education
Specialties:Vascular Neurology
Address:Des Moines
1111 6Th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314
(515) 358-0011 (Phone), (515) 358-0097 (Fax)
Certifications:Neurology, 2008
Vascular Neurology, 2009
Awards:Healthgrades Honor Roll
Languages:English, Spanish
Hospitals:Des Moines
1111 6Th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314

Iowa Lutheran Hospital
700 East University Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50316

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Thanks so much. I don't know if they will take Medicare buy I'll call. You are very kind. Maria.

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mariajean03 | @mariajean03 | Dec 4, 2020
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@buyearly

Maria, please don't give up. Things can turn around of which you are even unaware! I would suggest at this point that you take care of yourself. Believe me, I know how extremely hard it is to seek help when you are so depressed. But keep trying. If the doctor you saw was of no help, seek another. Or better still, call a mental health service who can work with you, maybe even on-line. If you feel like you are in danger of hurting yourself, call 911 for assistance. But, PLEASE don't give up. I am my husband's fourth wife and he has been verbally abusive at times but he has changed and grown over our 30-year marriage and I also had bunion surgery. Only to tell you that things can change, God loves you and there are several of us praying for you!

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Thanks for your continued prayers. I have a therapist calling me now once a week. I need a med change though. Is there a test I can take to see which ones are right for me? Maria.

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