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Jun 11, 08 - 5:53 PM |
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Jeff,
I do believe that it is completely possible to be DP-free. If the chemistry was not compromised before drug use (and then was after use of drugs); I don't see why it can't be altered back to its normal state. It's just that I've had this for over a decade and even though I'm here and have been here all along, I'm not really with it. And I miss being with it. I hate reading a page of a book and not even remembering the paragraph just read. I hate having to ask people to repeat themselves over and over, and then having to repeat it to myself despite its how simple a task it may be. I used to be highly intelligent and now, I feel below average due to my "spaced out" perception. Nevertheless, I do believe there is hope to change back to normalcy - with a little research and a lot of patient follow-up study.
Anna,
Where I am (New York), they advise you to see a psychologist before seeing a psychiatrist. The psychologist evaluates your behavior and *if they determine it necessary* they send you to the psychiatrist who then prescribes the appropriate medication(s). However, my therapist doesn't believe in DP and thus, doesn't believe I need medication to alter the brain chemistry. (Ugh!) She told me not to self-diagnose and basically, keeps insisting that I'm just depressed and with "a little talking", I will miracuously be cured from all that is foggy. Which is why I need to see someone else. Otherwise, I'll probably never see a psychiatrist, and will never be allowed to have a chance to see which medication would help alleviate symptoms. As long as I no longer have severe fatigue and don't feel like I'm not reall here, I will be happy with the results. But first thing is first: Finding a doc who is willing to hear me out and see me through.
Thanks for the responses. I am currently researching all suggested treatments and am trying to find a more qualified doctor. |
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