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Re: Atypical Depression

Posted by CarolAnn on May 27, 2000, at 13:01:19

In reply to Atypical Depression, posted by gloria on May 26, 2000, at 11:13:26

Gloria,
Every single one of these descriptions is sooo me; they could call it "CarolAnn" depression instead of "atypical depression"! What I don't understand, is why we don't hear about this type of depression more. Alot of these symptoms aren't even listed in the general "criteria" for having depression, and yet, it seems that this type is more frequent then the other. I wish they would put more effort into finding specific drugs for us!
Anyway, Gloria, I tried Ritalin and found it very addictive. Even though I had no prior use of stimulants, I just wanted more and more. Now, I am on Adderall, and I think there is a risk of addictive behaviour, but it depends on the individual. As far as panic attacks, yes the stimulant *may* have a detrimental effect, but it might not. My doctor gives me Xanax to use "as needed" when I start to feel panicky. Good luck! CarolAnn
> --mood reactivity (unlike "typical" depressives, can be cheered up temporaily)
> --overeating or increased appetite (rather than reverse)
> --oversleeping (rather than insomnia)
> --high rejection sensitivity
> --so-called "leaden paralysis" (i.e., patient complains of feeling "heavy", inacapable of movement or action, etc.)
>
> Well if this is fairly accurate then that describes me to a T! Especially the heavy laden feeling of motor skills. That one really stood out!
>
> I really would like to hear more descriptions from people diagnosed with this. Maybe that is why I am having such a hard time finding the right medicine. I haven't been properly diagnosed. This really, really, sounds like me!
>
> How does panic disorder fit into all of this? For me it feels like I have been covering up my depression, tough it out and my body just won't fight anymore and wants to fly instead. You know the fight,flight thing with panic! God this is going to be bad isn't it! Sounds like one of the harder things to get help for.
>
> Thanks Gloria


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