My med eval went really well. I was really nervous but quickly opened up and talked to him. He says I have a really good handle on my depression - he put me on Zoloft and said he will gradually increase the dose and I should continue seeing my counselor to help get through some self esteem issues.
I did laugh during the visit- I told him I felt out of control with my depression - how can I be depressed - I have a great husband, great kids, good job, nice house, and I looked over at him and he was smiling - I asked what he was smiling about and he said "you just gave the defenition of depression - you dont have it because there is something wrong with you - its because your missing a chemical balance" After he said it, it all just clicked.
I am not on meds because there is something "wrong" that needs to be fixed. For me its a medical necessity, like a hearing aid. So even though I find it embarassing to be on meds - this is something I MUST continue to do - even after I start "feeling better"
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