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Tobin S.

(10,418 posts)
2. I think you've got something going on besides depression.
Thu May 2, 2013, 08:57 PM
May 2013

That might be why the anti-depressants haven't helped you much. The depression and the anxiety could be a part of another illness entirely and not the illness. It's possible you may need to look into a different class of meds.

One reason why mental health patients can be so difficult to treat is that they do not reliably and/or accurately report their symptoms. It's not always their fault. When I first became ill I found it very difficult to describe my symptoms and it led to a misdiagnosis and a lot more pain.

Make sure that you are telling your doctor everything, and please consult with him or her before you make this move. I can definitely understand how overwhelming college can be when your mental health is not good. It can take a great deal of energy just to leave the house let alone to engage in intellectual activity effectively.

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