If you have been following my blog you have been aware of my depressive cycle. It hasn't gotten any better so I've checked into the hospital for help. This isn't an uncommon occurrence for me. I've been hospitalized before. Many times. Well, I can count on nearly two hands how many times.
This is going to be a long hospital stay as I'm getting a new treatment. ECT treatments. Basically, I'm being given induced seizures for less than a minute to try and "reset" my brain. The doctors say I need to get back to "factory settings". Makes me feel like a computer.
But, if you think about it, all our brains are like computers. Very complex computers.
The prognosis is good. The popular belief (and facts have shown) that this is the best treatment for people like me who have stubborn long-term depressive episodes that haven't responded to medications.
I'll attempt to keep you posted on my results. I was concerned about memory loss and losing my ability to write, but so far so good. I had my first treatment this morning and overall it was a good experience. The doctors said I had the perfect seizure and they have high expectations of subsequent good results.
My hope is to get better, stable, and get back to doing what I do best. Write.
If anyone has comments or questions, I will do my best to respond.
-- Vicki
All who are interested in learning more about Mental Health issues are welcome. I write from experience. I have PTSD, chronic, major depressive disorder (medication resistant), Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type, Generalized anxiety disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, unspecified, mild cognitive impairment, social phobia, generalized, unspecified mood (affective) disorder. I am a Mental Health Advocate and certified in Mental Health First Aid.
Oh, Vicki. I'm so sorry that you've had to check into the hospital, but I'm very glad that you are getting the right treatment for you.
ReplyDeletePlease keep us updated as you can.
I'll be thinking about you. --Lisa
I'm sending over a lot of great thoughts for you. I hope all turns out well even faster than you're anticipating.
ReplyDeleteLots of love! God is good, may He bless you! You seem to have a good outlook, take care!
ReplyDeleteVicki! I found your blog through SITS and I must thank you for being so honest and open about your journey! I have really enjoyed perusing your blog and will be sure to check back on your journey! May God bless and keep you!
ReplyDeleteThank you for your candor. The more we talk about depression and bipolar disorder, and the ways to treat it, the better our society will become at dealing with it. Best wishes to you!
ReplyDeleteLove your honesty. Keep writing!
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