Posted by harry b. on February 8, 2000, at 12:00:06
In reply to Harry, you can do this, posted by bigbertha on February 7, 2000, at 23:43:39
> > I am very alone, very lonely.
> Harry-
> You are never alone if you stay in touch with
> all the wonderful and wacky (in the best way!)
> people who make up this site. We REALLY care
> because most of us have been in your shoes at one
> time.The board is good, glad I found it. It seems to
offer some support & guidance, BUT it can't
provide a hug or smile or a soothing voice or a
pair of eyes that reflect acceptance and care.> Are you currently employed and does your
> employer offer something like EAP (Employee
> Assistance Program) where you could speak with
> a licensed social worker or similar if your
> psychologist(?) can't/won't? If not, please check
> your local phone directory for "hotline" numbers.
> You need to stay connected.I'm employed. But I have been taking a lot of days
off. I did not go in yesterday or today. So, my
job, a pretty good one, is in jeopardy. I don't
know anything about EAP. I have short & long
term disability insurance but my psych insists I
try to keep working. Problem is, if I continue
the abscences I'll lose my job & my health insur-
ance. Then I will be lost.> But your
> post makes me wonder if you have "social phobia" and
> might also require a benzo (eg, diazepam, lorazepam, etc),
> to help with the anxiety while waiting for the other
> med(s) to kick in.
> Please keep in touch.
> bbDon't know anything about benzos. Will ask my
psych about them. Social phobia? I'm not afraid to
be out, but it's true I don't socialize. Haven't
had a date or been with a group, except my friend
and his family (don't know if our friendship exists
now) for 12 years.Thanks for your response.
poster:harry b.
thread:20698
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