Revisiting Plans
May 26, 2008 11:36am
Well, it's Monday, and I have had to revisit quite a few of my plans. I went to the masjid yesterday (that's the mosque-Muslim version of …
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About Me
I am a widow, with two adult daughters and six grandchildren. I have been a Muslim for 6 years and in recovery for 7 years. I have suffered from depression for many years. I am taking medication and it helps somewhat, but I feel as though I need more. I haven't been able to get any therapy because I don't have health insurance.
Interests
Reading, painting, music of varied kinds (jazz, oldies, R&B, Gospel, classical, some old rock) Spending quality time with loved ones.
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An Attitude of Gratitude
May 22, 2008 1:09am
I am feeling rather sad tonight. I just read a message from a friend who is planning on leaving DS, and is not sure if or when she will return. She …
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Light at the End of the Tunnel
May 17, 2008 11:26pm
Today was a good day. Although I was in alot of pain, my spirit is soaring. I am finding my place in the world, and beginning to see a purpose for my …
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Progress-Slow but Sure
May 15, 2008 6:02am
Still sober, although feeling a bit like a dry drunk. Went back to CT to tie up some loose ends, and have been missing my meetings and my friends. …
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Doing the Next Right Thing
May 4, 2008 10:19pm
Have been on a meeting run all week, and I am loving it! Today I spent the day with a very dear friend, and it was just so nice to be able to talk …
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Hi Queenie! Just sending a good thought and some rain soaked Seattle flowers your way! Have a good day! Laurie
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Hi my friend how are you doing? Pray all is going well. Have a wonderful weekend
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hey. how are you doing ? i hope that all is well for you.
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well done. stay strong and keep up the excellent work
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Support Groups
Close Depression
: Clinical (Major) Depressionqueenie31401 hasn’t entered any details for this support group.Close Alcoholism
I am Karimah, blessed with the wondrous gift of recovery. I have been sober for seven years, yet I feel like a newcomer.
Treatments
- AA Meetings Working / Worked
- It works if you work it; it won't if you don't!
- Ativan Working / Worked
- Given recently due to a tendency to have panic attacks. I am still recovering from the death of my husband, and sometimes I feel overwhelmed by grief.
- Detox Working / Worked
- Saved my life-never knew how dangerous alcohol detox can be.
- Outpatient Treatment Program Working / Worked
- It was a follow-up to residential treatment, and it helped me to transition back into daily life.
- Sleep Considering
- Sometimes I sleep too much and other times I can't sleep at all.
- Trazodone Not Working
- Works for a bit, but also gives me weird dreams. I prefer melatonin, as its natural, and my PCP approves.
- Walking Considering
- It worked really well in the beginning but I have developed arthritis and sciatica. Nevertheless I need to try to walk regularly regardless both for my sanity and for my physical health so I dont stiffen up anymore than I already have.
Open Bereavement
Type: Loss of a Partner/SpouseI lost my husband to pancreatic cancer. He was diagnosed in late November and within 2 1/2 weeks he was dead. We had many unresolved issues and unfinished business and I am back and forth emotionally.
Treatments
- Crying Somewhat Helpful
- Sometimes it works, sometimes not.
- Getting Angry Considering
- I get angry but then I feel guilty.
- Keeping Busy Working / Worked
- Going to work was helpful. When he first died, I got laid off from my job the following week. That gave me time to brood. Once I was working again, it got better.
- Music Somewhat Helpful
- It depends on the music.
- Pets Working / Worked
- I truly believe that the dog my daughter and son-in-law gave me helped me to keep my sanity. it meant so much to not come home to an empty house.
- Prayer Working / Worked
- Prayer works, but I have to learn to step aside and let God do His work. He doesn't need my help!
- Reading Working / Worked
- It works most of the time, because I love to read. Only thing, I can't really focus on non-fiction. I'm into murder mysteries-for some reason they captivate me.
- Remembering Somewhat Helpful
- It depends on what I remember.
- Support from Friends & Family Somewhat Helpful
- My family has been pretty supportive, particularly my daughters. It's just very different for them than it is for me.
- Support Groups Too Soon to Tell
- This is my first support group and I pray that I can not only benefit, but be of assistance to someone else.
- Talking Somewhat Helpful
- There are some things that I haven't been able to talk about, and that's been hard.
Open ADHD / ADD
I am joining this group because someone that I love very much has ADHD, and I want to be supportive and knowledgeable.
Open Caregivers
My dearest friend is a caregiver for her husband, also a dear friend. I am hoping she will join this group, but even if she doesn't, I want to be able to be as supportive as I can for her.
Open Degenerative Joint Disease
I have osteoarthritis, particularly in my left knee. I also have sciatica and non-specific low back pain.
Open Diabetes Type 2
My dad was a diabetic who died from complications (end-stage renal disease). My fiance and best friend are both diabetic and I need to know how best to support them.
Treatments
- Dietary Modification Working / Worked
- Eating Healthier Foods Working / Worked
- Glyburide Working / Worked
- Is causing some side effects, and I have to take half-doses to minimize them. (Fiance)
- Metformin Working / Worked
- Also causing side effects. (Fiance) Works well but I stop when my sugar levels out (best friend)
- Physical Exercise Working / Worked
- Need to increase level of activity-will work well
Open Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
I have a history of PTSD due in large part to domestic violence. Additionally, my fiance, who is a veteran, also has this condition.
Treatments
- Art Working / Worked
- Art was a source of revelation for me, in that it brought me so much peace and quieted my mind and my spirit. I still use that outlet, and I am so grateful that it was shown to me.
- Music Working / Worked
- Music is soothing for me too. I especially like listening to older music, from my younger days. It takes me back to an easier, softer time, and eases my stress level.
- Psychotherapy Working / Worked
- That worked well for me. it helped me to get over the initial hump and be able to move forward.
- Reading Working / Worked
- Reading has always been my lifeline. I think that if I were not able to read, it would kill me. No matter what, books have never failed me or hurt me.
- Talking Working / Worked
- This has become more helpful as time passes. I am learning to communicate with people, not just a therapist. This was a major problem for me, so I am pleased with my progress. I know I need to do more work, but groups such as this are extraordinarily helpful. Writing has always been cathartic for me, so being in online support groups is a way to improve communication, yet use the forum I am most comfortable with.
- Zoloft Somewhat Helpful
- It was somewhat helpful, but it had some side effects. I have done much better with a combination of Wellbutrin XR and Celexa. I also have clinical depression and am in recovery, so I have a number of connected conditions.
Open Bipolar Disorder
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