Posted by wendy b. on May 8, 2002, at 8:22:30
In reply to Re: Is it a benefit?, posted by JaneB on May 8, 2002, at 7:10:54
> I've had the same problem with Klonopin but I thought it was the Celexa. When I have feelings or lack thereof that are not like the old me that seem inappropriate for the ocassion (ex. death of mother) I am very careful not to act on those feelings. The grief came, just not when I expected it to. But I acted appropriately at the ocassion knowing it was med induced. that is difficult to do and can be risky and therefore I am considering going off meds. However, I am equally wondering if I need a mood stabilizer to even out moods to have the appropriate feelings during events. Does this make sense?
> JaneB
Hi again, Jane,All of these are interesting questions... I am on a mood-stabilizer, maybe that's the ticket. I still have strong emotions, but I can keep them in check better, so I don't act impulsively, or slip down into a deep depression. Maybe that is a trade-off, but I ask you: Who needs to feel badly?? Life is better with me not OVER-reacting to huge griefs and problems... I take your point about the differences between using benzo's to regulate, and other mood-stabilizers, though. Benzo's appear to flatten mood, while MS's may allow the ups and downs, just not allow you to go too far up or too far down... Just a hunch.
Thank you for starting this discussion, Andy. I'm sorry about the breakup. Maybe you should talk to your dr about the lack of affect?
Wendy
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