another option

I can only tell you what is working for me at this moment in time. I am taking a multitude of meds at the max doses and my mind is clear. I still have suicidal ideations and nightmares but I’m a single mom and have chosen for today at least to write this post and give another option.  I believe in mood stabilizers and other meds when combined with counseling.  You have to put in the effort and tell your drs what is and isn’t working. I know my meds and have tried every combination and strength. Some didn’t work at all. Some made me confused and forgetful.  None knocked me out like they were supposed to. Some stopped the chatter.  Some stopped the panic and depression.  Some helped me sleep. Some ramped me up. Some caused me to be be sleepy.  The bottom line is you need to be diligent.  Meds work. Do your research. Ask people. Ask me.  If you have insurance or don’t.  Counselors work. They have sliding scales in every community.  It’s not anyone else’s job to make us feel better. This world is not fair. People are basically selfish. no one really seems to care and most people are just waiting for their turn to speak. I’ve pretty much seen it all. I’ve been diagnosed with severe depression,  bipolar 2 with psychotic features, anxiety, panic attacks, ptsd, ocd, chronic insomnia and agoraphobia.  Happy Saturday everyone!