Posted by LynneDa on June 22, 2004, at 13:32:24
In reply to Cycle has something to do with issues??, posted by MoTucker on June 22, 2004, at 9:13:01
Hi Mo -
You are right about the cycling thing. All my issues are wrapped around my cycle. My diagnosis is PMDD - pre-menstrual dysphoric disorder - AKA really hellacious PMS! It's exacerbated by peri-menopause and all the lovely symptoms that go along with that :-). It does REALLY make a difference to me too, thinking that my depression and anxiety has a reason and a pattern to it - & maybe it will go away at some point! But, until then, thank goodness for meds. You are right not to forget about good nutrition and exercise. Reading your post reminded me to take my vitamin!Take care of yourself too!
~ Lynne
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Hi All,
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> You're all good eggs as far as I'm concerned. ;)
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> Well, I'm feeling much better. Started on a multi-vitamin in addition to my Lex. I know this discussion belongs on the "alternative" board - but I think that good diet and nutrition can maybe supplement the meds.
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> One thing I've learned since coming to the board is that a lot of women have trouble around their periods. I haven't linked the two before, but last month that was definitely when I had trouble. I've had trouble in the past, but can't tell now if it was during "that time of the month" or not. I will have to pay attention now. One thing for sure - if it turns out to be true - the difficulty will be so much easier to bear. There's something about having a "reason" for madness!!! I hate feeling like I'm just crazy (and it's hard to tell yourself you're not crazy when in the middle of depression/anxiety).
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> Take care all!
> Mo
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