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I'm on luvox too, it's really helps
SSRI that doesn't affect the memory
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I'm on luvox too, it's really helps
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So I've started shadowing a pysch-group and mainly working with teens with eating disorders. If SSRIs cause weight gain by decreasing satiety associated with dop-receptors then why would they be successful for treating those with eating disorders especially binge-associated disorders?
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Ok, I would like to join in on this discussion.
First of all, No one CHOOSES to have a mental disorder, ADD, Depression, OCD, Schizophrenia, etc. Especially those trying to better themselves, and contribute to society. (i.e. Medical Students and Doctors) So insensitivity and ignorance can be left at the door. Period.
I am a first year medical student. Unfortunately, as previously posted, I failed my first exam by 1%. Granted, I have a re-write because of circumstances beyond my control, such as another relapse of depression. I have had to overcome a lot of life adversity to get to where I am now. I.e. Verbal, Physical and Sexual abuse as a child, a dysfunctional family, and several accounts of people telling me I'd never do anything with my life not to mention numerous deaths of family members, relationship struggles, and prior treatment for ADD with Co-Morbid ADD.
Will I make a good doctor? yes, because my problem solving skills, communication skills, and ability to relate to people coupled with great attention to detail and ability to grasp the big picture far surpass someone who just sits and studies all day and worries about academics. As with anyone else with great communication skills, knowledge is important in medicine, but it's not the end all be all.
So, my advice as a lowly first year? Seek treatment before it overcomes you and ruins and/or ends your life. Whether it be for depression, or whatever. There are some meds which are better than others, and what might work for john doe, might not work for Jane Doe. That's the way it is.
I am currently taking 150mg/day of Effexor-XR. I am not sure what to make of it yet, as I've only been on it for 3 weeks. I might change to Zoloft if I start noticing cognitive impairment. Perhaps I might request co-medication with Concerta, or something if I don't see any improvements.
All I can say, is the prevalence of mental illness among health professionals, doctors, nurses, is A LOT higher than one may think.
Keep your head up folks.
First of all, No one CHOOSES to have a mental disorder, ADD, Depression, OCD, Schizophrenia, etc. Especially those trying to better themselves, and contribute to society. (i.e. Medical Students and Doctors) So insensitivity and ignorance can be left at the door. Period.
I am a first year medical student. Unfortunately, as previously posted, I failed my first exam by 1%. Granted, I have a re-write because of circumstances beyond my control, such as another relapse of depression. I have had to overcome a lot of life adversity to get to where I am now. I.e. Verbal, Physical and Sexual abuse as a child, a dysfunctional family, and several accounts of people telling me I'd never do anything with my life not to mention numerous deaths of family members, relationship struggles, and prior treatment for ADD with Co-Morbid ADD.
Will I make a good doctor? yes, because my problem solving skills, communication skills, and ability to relate to people coupled with great attention to detail and ability to grasp the big picture far surpass someone who just sits and studies all day and worries about academics. As with anyone else with great communication skills, knowledge is important in medicine, but it's not the end all be all.
So, my advice as a lowly first year? Seek treatment before it overcomes you and ruins and/or ends your life. Whether it be for depression, or whatever. There are some meds which are better than others, and what might work for john doe, might not work for Jane Doe. That's the way it is.
I am currently taking 150mg/day of Effexor-XR. I am not sure what to make of it yet, as I've only been on it for 3 weeks. I might change to Zoloft if I start noticing cognitive impairment. Perhaps I might request co-medication with Concerta, or something if I don't see any improvements.
All I can say, is the prevalence of mental illness among health professionals, doctors, nurses, is A LOT higher than one may think.
Keep your head up folks.
