Hi Linda, newness is attractive. It can also mask or distract from underlying issues. I'm sorry to hear the honeymoon in over. It's good that you have recognized what's going on and have made an appointment to see a professional. Great first step.

The next great step is that you reached out to your virtual friends on Connect. Here you can talk to people right now. I'm listening.

What has changed in the last 4 days?

@lindasmith1222 Moving to a new area can cause a big shift in our viewpoint, that's for sure. When I moved here three years ago, 800+ miles from everyone I knew, it took a long period of adjustment, getting used to a new lifestyle, new climate pattern, new town. I had to make myself get out to meet people, especially being here mostly by myself, and knowing I needed to have someone in mind to call if help was needed. As someone who avoids crowds and people, this was quite a challenge, let me tell you!

Are you taking the same dose of buproprion as before? The stressors of the move may have covered over some underlying things, and now you are getting more used to your new location. Can you reach out to the prescribing doctor and seek their opinion? I'm here for you!
Ginger

Hello @lindasmith1222, I so appreciate your honesty and the vulnerability you shared here on Connect. For a lot of us who have battled with depression we know that changing our outward circumstances, like a move to a different place or a new relationship, will not fix our depression. Depression is an inward disorder and has to be dealt with by exploring what causes our depression. Medications are also helpful during this process.

Your appointment with a psychiatrist should be a good first step. Have you ever been involved in a therapeutic relationship before?