I am seeing a psychiatrist and I'm on medication but it doesn't seem to help.?!


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Well, it depends on what medication you are taking and for what condition. For instance, some medications take quite a few months before they become really effective and before you note any changes.

"The doctor chooses an antidepressant based on the individual's symptoms. Some people notice improvement in the first couple of weeks; but usually the medication must be taken regularly for at least 6 weeks and, in some cases, as many as 8 weeks before the full therapeutic effect occurs. If there is little or no change in symptoms after 6 or 8 weeks, the doctor may prescribe a different medication or add a second medication such as lithium, to augment the action of the original antidepressant. Because there is no way of knowing beforehand which medication will be effective, the doctor may have to prescribe first one and then another. To give an antidepressant medication time to be effective and to prevent a relapse of the depression once the patient is responding to an antidepressant, the medication should be continued for 6 to 12 months, or in some cases longer, carefully following the doctor's instructions."

Your psychiatrist should be able to give up specific details on how long it might take you to feel better on your particular medication.

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You need to increase you daily activity and workouts. Do something out of the ordinary.

Look in the mirror and smile often, even if you don't feel like it. Sing in the car on your way to and from places. Greet strangers as you pass them and mean it.
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The unfortunate truth is that sometimes going to a psychiatrist only makes matters worse. If you just need someone to listen, you may want to look for a psychologist instead. In my opinion, they tend to be more empathetic, you could probably get more time with one (depending on the psychologist), and there are no meds to prescribe. (In my many experiences with psychiatrists, they usually listen for a few minutes, jot down some notes, then throw a nice little "happy pill" prescription at you. I'm not saying all psychiatrists are like this--just the ones that I have encountered.) You also may want to look toward a youth counselor or pastor at your church or one nearby.
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Myself. I was seeing a couple of psychiatrists for quite a while, and was also on anti-depressants. Needless to say, nothing--including the sessions--worked. I started going to church, found a wonderful counselor, and have felt much better ever since.

You need to tell your psychiatrist that.

There are many meds available, but it seems the only way to find the one that fits you, is trial and error.

I know that sucks, cause your hurting and want it now.

Sounds to me that you need to try another med.

On this site I've seen folks who root for Lexapro (not sure about the spelling)

Wellbutrin did it for me.

Hang in there, you will find the right med. I'm not sure how effective the Psycho's are. Haven't done that.

Nana as i told you medications takes time (at least 30 days) if you have been on medication for more than that try both the medication and the cognitive therapy with a Psychologist. It things keep going wrong talk to your doctor about the posibility of increasing the dosage or changing the medication. Always talk to someone when you are in a crisis. I know I am just a stranger but you can always drop me a line if you need to talk about this - gsegurah@yahoo

You could try the old fashion way. keep yourself busy!
Learn some new crafts, give your time to those less fortunate than you.find activities that interest you and act on them. Psychiatrist may listen but it is up to you to heal yourself and get better! Give yourself plenty of space to do what you like to do and then get going!
Sounds to me like you are on the wrong medication!The medication should help you focus not make you blah..
so try to change the meds and get up and get going-- you'll see a big change if you do for yourself!
The old fashion way is much better because YOU help you!
You can do it. just try!

You need to get healthy, a healthy body promotes a healty mind. Eat more fruits and vegetables, bananas and almonds are an instant mood booster.

You can also try to get some work done, like getting a massage, or cranial sacral therapy. It is a little expensive, but it's totally worth while. I used to be what they call bipolar. But I went to a homeopathic doctor, and he gave me a 3 month long treatment. Plus I got massages, Cranial Sacral Therapy, too!

I am happy to say that I stopped eating junk, and lost over 60lbs. I am a happy person, and no longer take medication! Alopathic medication sucks! I no longer suffer from depression, manic episodes or mood swings, this has been over 10years ago!

I've enclosed a little bit of information on the Cranial Sacral Therapy for you. Good luck and I hope you feel better!
Cranial sacral therapy focuses on the cerebrospinal fluid, which is produced and absorbed by the body on a regular rhythmical basis. Here’s how it works: inside your cranium, there is a membrane called the dura mater that adheres to the bone. Beneath the dura mater, before the next layer of membrane, is cerebrospinal fluid. Similarly, in the spine, there is the bone of the vertebra, a layer of membrane within the vertebra and then cerebrospinal fluid before the next layer of membrane. In both places, the cranium and the spine, there is a total of three layers of membrane between bone and the brain or spinal cord.

Cranial sacral therapists believe that irregularities, or glitches, in the regular flow of the cerebrospinal fluid that lubricates these membranes can cause difficulties for parts of the body related to the area where the glitch is. It’s as if the skeletal system is one of those magic drawing boards that has some kind of liquid beneath a layer of plastic; if that layer dries out, the system is useless. So cranial sacral therapists will examine the body of a client for indications of problems and will use the weight of the head while holding their hands beneath it, as well as a hand beneath the sacrum (the last three vertebrae fused into one bone just above the coccyx or tailbone) to improve the flow of the cerebrospinal fluid. The process of examining for glitches involves very light touch and testing the range of motion of the limbs.

The whole procedure often is done with the client lying on a massage table. In my case, the room was lit softly and soothing music played. Tom Tepe, the therapist I visited, describes his work as "a dance, in a way, almost like the two unconsciouses (of client and therapist) talking; there is an intuitive aspect to it." The therapist is "more of a follower and facilitator rather than change agent." Talking is also a part of the therapy. Tepe asked me about what I had been experiencing during the hour and commented on some of my responses. For the most part, I’d been concentrating on the idea Tom introduced right before he began, about the body wanting to heal itself.

Dr. Elaine Stocker has been practicing cranial sacral therapy since the 1970s. She explains to new clients that by participating in therapy "You’re making a good home for the central nervous system as it exists in the head and the spine and the body." She calls the cranial rhythm "the moving tide of life," saying that when the movement of cerebrospinal fluid from the head through the spinal column, into the cranium and back is "full and complete, these fluids flow through the whole body and provide the tissues with nutrition and information." Stocker says she can feel the cerebrospinal fluid at many different places around a client’s body, including the fingers and legs. She specializes in the use of cranial sacral therapy with children and mothers.

Ed Spencer integrates a number of therapies in his practice; he learned cranial sacral techniques from an English osteopath named Peter Armitage. "By gentle manipulation of the cranial bones, spinal, and sacral bones, you can affect the overall body function and specific organ or muscle function through the central nervous system," he says.

John Upledger, D.O., founder of the Upledger Institute and popularizer of cranial sacral therapy, traces his faith in cranial sacral to his assistance at a neurosurgeon’s operation on a patient who had plaque on his dura mater membrane. Upledger found it impossible to hold the membrane still for the surgeon and thus had an indelible impression of the pulsing nature of cerebrospinal fluid. He went on to see numerous dramatic improvements in patients with cerebral palsy, hyperactivity, and dyslexia, when he used techniques designed to improve the action of cerebrospinal fluid.

There is currently no state licensure or certificate for cranial sacral therapy; different methods of training offer their own certification to those who complete their courses. The best way to find an effective therapist is to ask around among friends and seek referrals from complementary therapists, who are likely to share knowledge with healers in related fields. If my experience is any indication of cranial sacral’s potential, you may want to start asking around today!

Resources

Craniosacral Therapy of Chicago, 773-262-4700

Richard Popp, 847-604-4510

Ed Spencer, Integrative Therapies, 773-442-0038

Beth Stein, 773-271-8538

Elaine Stocker and Bob Kearney, Healing Hands, 773-281-7100

Tom Tepe, Positive Life Center, 708-848-0400
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http://www.consciouschoice.com/2001/cc1406/cranialsacral1406.html

Tell your doctor you feel the medication is not working. He will then either increrase the dosage, or add another medication, or change the medication all together.The only way the doctor can truly help you is if you are totally honest.
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