Posted by violette on June 16, 2010, at 11:25:02
In reply to how I (finally) got off meds..., posted by Christ_empowered on June 16, 2010, at 9:35:25
Congratulations-sounds like a success story. I agree with some aspects of your reasoning, though your situation is unique to you. People can use substances to block emotional pain and emotional dysregulation, sometimes erroneously diagnosed as bipolar...put on meds for the rest of their lives instead of dealing with the psychological issues.
You didn't mention if your program was similar--but the 12 step program of AA/NA, based on spirituality (as opposed to specifically christianity) is a success, I'm amazed how it has helped people cope and progress without medications. I know of 2 people, previously on meds, who completely recovered from using the 12 step program and no longer use psychotropics.
It's not for everyone though; what worked for you is great, but we are all unique...and because a specific treatment worked for you doesn't mean people with totally different circumstances than yourself, people with totally different traits and genetic structures, backgrounds and history, can arrive at the_exact_same_outcome as you.
I'd guess you already realize this though. Thanks for sharing your story.
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