Hi !
I thought I would introduce myself here, even though I made my first post over in the employment section. I was diagnosed with PTSD, anxiety and depression in 2008 after experiencing childhood abuse for 15 years from my step father, and then being raped in my twenties. After my diagnosis I had therapy for about 3 and a half years and undertook my own self help journey as well. I no longer take my anti-depressant medication after slowly tapering it off last year (last dose was in January 2015). I decided to stop because I was tired of feeling tired, my body was lethargic and my mind didn't feel clear. If I want to conceive, I also would rather not have to stop medication during pregnancy.
It was difficult stopping the medication with all of the withdrawal symptoms, but it was so worth it! I have had to deal with emotional issues as they arise, which I wasn't used to after being medicated for 6 years, but I feel like I am alive! :) I also got married last year which I think has helped me immeasurably, just knowing that my partner supports me and I don't have to do this alone. Hopefully I can maintain this level of stability, however as I mentioned in my other post - I have just moved to a new country and I need to start my career over again... some days I feel lost and helpless!
From what I have read so far on this forum there are many kindred spirits, and a wealth of knowledge and experience here!
Can't wait to meet you!
I thought I would introduce myself here, even though I made my first post over in the employment section. I was diagnosed with PTSD, anxiety and depression in 2008 after experiencing childhood abuse for 15 years from my step father, and then being raped in my twenties. After my diagnosis I had therapy for about 3 and a half years and undertook my own self help journey as well. I no longer take my anti-depressant medication after slowly tapering it off last year (last dose was in January 2015). I decided to stop because I was tired of feeling tired, my body was lethargic and my mind didn't feel clear. If I want to conceive, I also would rather not have to stop medication during pregnancy.
It was difficult stopping the medication with all of the withdrawal symptoms, but it was so worth it! I have had to deal with emotional issues as they arise, which I wasn't used to after being medicated for 6 years, but I feel like I am alive! :) I also got married last year which I think has helped me immeasurably, just knowing that my partner supports me and I don't have to do this alone. Hopefully I can maintain this level of stability, however as I mentioned in my other post - I have just moved to a new country and I need to start my career over again... some days I feel lost and helpless!
From what I have read so far on this forum there are many kindred spirits, and a wealth of knowledge and experience here!
Can't wait to meet you!
