Posted by Emily Elizabeth on June 7, 2010, at 5:59:40
In reply to Re: one extreme to the other??, posted by Huxley on June 7, 2010, at 0:32:09
I am glad you are feeling well, but I must admit that your post leaves me unsettled.
Meds are a powerful tool. Like all powerful tools they can bring great help if used correctly or great harm if used improperly (e.g., misdiagnosis, over-medication).
It sounds like your Christian treatment program supports the proper and responsible use of medication. Why do you feel you need to reject it?
BP I is not something that goes away. I worry that you will become ill again w/o meds to prevent reoccurence.
Meds are not something to be ashamed of. I believe that God has inspired humans to create these powerful tools for those of us who suffer.
Also, I felt a little hurt by your use of the term "mental patient." The world is not neatly divided into "normals" and "mental patients." We are all on a continuum. Some of us suffer with mental health concerns more and some less. Some suffer throughout their lives while others only have a brief episode or two. Some will need constant care and some will not.
That said, I am glad you have found the Lord. The struggle of mental health concerns is very difficult without the spirit to guide you.
I wish you well.
Best,
EE
poster:Emily Elizabeth
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