Hi all,
I was diagnosed today with major depressive disorder. This is actually a good thing. I thought I was suffering from PTSD based on the trauma I experienced as a child. The doctor said, after a full assessment, that I exhibit some PTSD symptoms but not enough to determine conclusively that I suffer from PTSD. He said it is major depressive or closely related. Essentially, majority of my life was major depression (valleys of despair) and a few short bouts of joy and contentment (peaks of hope). I asked if this is going to be a lifelong illness and if I will have to take medication till my old age. He said if this bout of joy lasts longer than the usual three months, and surpasses by 3X+ that we will discuss weaning me off the antidepressants.
I am writing this in case there are others that need the encouragement. The thought came into my head that I do not want to interfere with the healing the Holy Spirit in me but that is clearly untrue. Let the HS guide you and heal you but also work with your doctors. Demand to be part of the solution and included in the decision-making process on your drug plan, etc. I find that you know you better than anyone else. Be mindful. Be present. Take notes if need be. Do your own research on what ails you and guide your medical practitioner to serve your mental health needs rather than be meek in that department.
Again, as always, anyone is welcome to inbox me if they want to bounce ideas off me or have a need to speak with someone.
Love abounding. Praise Jesus.
I was diagnosed today with major depressive disorder. This is actually a good thing. I thought I was suffering from PTSD based on the trauma I experienced as a child. The doctor said, after a full assessment, that I exhibit some PTSD symptoms but not enough to determine conclusively that I suffer from PTSD. He said it is major depressive or closely related. Essentially, majority of my life was major depression (valleys of despair) and a few short bouts of joy and contentment (peaks of hope). I asked if this is going to be a lifelong illness and if I will have to take medication till my old age. He said if this bout of joy lasts longer than the usual three months, and surpasses by 3X+ that we will discuss weaning me off the antidepressants.
I am writing this in case there are others that need the encouragement. The thought came into my head that I do not want to interfere with the healing the Holy Spirit in me but that is clearly untrue. Let the HS guide you and heal you but also work with your doctors. Demand to be part of the solution and included in the decision-making process on your drug plan, etc. I find that you know you better than anyone else. Be mindful. Be present. Take notes if need be. Do your own research on what ails you and guide your medical practitioner to serve your mental health needs rather than be meek in that department.
Again, as always, anyone is welcome to inbox me if they want to bounce ideas off me or have a need to speak with someone.
Love abounding. Praise Jesus.
