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Depression & Anxiety | Last Active: Aug 25, 2021 | Replies (12)
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@audriana , I believe you once stated that you were "flourishing " during your esketamine treatments. Also you located a treatment facility 40 minutes away, but you needed transportation and that caused you to not consider this therapy, am I correct on this? "Now what" I would do is: Find transportation some how through church or other faith organizations or support groups. I would find the funding and ride share via Uber, if that's the means to get to therapy. This is your life, pretty near on the line. You have to find a way and you can do it. Who have you asked for help? Go for it, whatever it takes!
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Evening @clutch . Thanks for the "tough love" direct approach. I needed that.
We're starting with my family members--the ones who have a grasp of what I'm going through. They don't tell me to try harder or snap out of it. They see my depression as a valid illness that needs an intervention.
First, my psychiatrist is reaching out to Pinehurst Behavioral Health Care to talk to the supervising administrator of the REMS Spravato treatments. Based on my history and vitals, they will plan on how often I will go for treatment. Through Andrew Blum, from the Benson REMS clinic, based on the new protocol, I will start at the 84mg and not have to be titrated. Dr. Lamm will collaborate with Pinehurst to determine the logistics...how often, what days, and the appointment scheduled.
My husband will talk to his boss and explain that he will need to take me, weekly, for a medical procedure and I will need a designated driver...him.
@clutch thanks for telling it like it is.
My family is rallying. I appreciate your time and talent.
Take care
Shirley Hughes--Chest @ audriana
BTW...have you followed up with the Benson Clinic? Let me know if you need a ride. ☮