Posted by Ame Sans Vie on April 27, 2006, at 10:17:48
Hey everyone! Sorry once again about my prolonged absence from the boards; just been really busy getting my life back on track now that the meds are working. I don't remember exactly what I was taking the last time I posted, but I do recall that it involved ridiculous amounts of Dexedrine and Desoxyn, several benzodiazepines (ultra-high-dose Klonopin AND Xanax, I believe), Xyrem, and occasional hypnotic barbiturates (amobarbital/secobarbital).
Well let's just say I've pared that down *quite* a bit and I'm feeling wonderful. Here's my current regimen:
Klonopin 1mg three times daily
Concerta 36mg once daily
Restoril 30mg as-needed for sleepAn enormous difference, lol. I'm gradually discontinuing the Klonopin, as I've found an *incredible* therapist who actually follows the "rules" of CBT. I don't take Concerta on the weekends unless I need it for band practice (I'm a drummer now!!), and the Restoril is pretty much a two or three times per month sort of thing.
Anyways, that's an update on me, and for those of you who don't know me (I notice a lot of new "faces" around here!), my official diagnoses are treatment-resistant atypical depression, social anxiety disorder, panic disorder w/agoraphobia, avoidant personality disorder, dependent personality disorder, and adult attention deficit disorder (I grew out of the hyperactivity component).
I hope this post finds you all well, and I'll be making an honest effort to keep up with everyone and help out where I can.
Peace out,
~Michael
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thread:637447
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