Growing up, I saw many couselors, none of which seemed to help me. That’s because I didn’t go to a psychiatrist & I didn’t know WHAT I was trying to treat. I just thought it was depression like everyone assumed it was, & talking about my problems would help. Finally I have up because it wasn’t working.
Growing up, I was always told to NEVER let a doctor give me mental health medication. I even had a professional psychologist tell me this. So I had it engraved in my mind that medication for mental health was a no-no. I spent years suffering because of this. END THE STIGMA!!
Finally, at around 23, i saw a psychiatrist thanks to the love & support of my wonderful husband, & I was diagnosed. Bipolar disorder, gerneralized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, PTSD, insomnia, & alcohol abuse. I also struggled with eating disorders but I never told my Psychiatrist about that.
I’ve been tweaking my medicine for a couple years now, & I’m finally doing well! I DIDN’T KNOW LIFE COULD BE ENJOYABLE.
I’m no longer am suicidal, I’m no longer self-harming, I no longer struggle with my eating disorders. I’m actually HAPPY. I don’t hate my life anymore.
I’ve been doing SO well. I went vegan, my house has stayed clean & tidy, I’m doing super well at work & my efficiency is great! I’ve even won awards consistently for my good work. I’m practicing my hobbies (singing & playing ukulele/guitar). The only thing I still struggle with is my self esteem, which I am seeing a therapist about.
Please, don’t ignore signs of mental health struggles like I did for years. Life CAN be happy & enjoyable… it really can!
Medication is NOTHING to be ashamed of.
Medication literally saved my life.
#EndTheStigma
YES!! ?? I do not understand why so many in the health community shame people for getting help and fixing the chemical imbalance in their brain?? like y’all really want me to suffer eh??
