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Managing the negative voices
I am happy to say that I am very much on the mend, back to job hunting, had lots of great therapy and feel a lot better. However the voices havn’t stopped, and I’m wondering how others manage the constant onslaught of negative voices that come with anxiety and depression. I use music and am “recharging” by sticking on a…
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Struggling both physically and mentally
Not coping at all I'm in physical pain and feeling mentally unwell. Hardly sleeping, anxious and everyone I help on a daily basis don't really care when I'm struggling so any kind words, friendly genuine people to talk to would be gratefully appreciated at this difficult time. Take care all❤️
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Help, Advise wanted !!!
Hi everyone, I have osteoarthritis in hands and suspected osteoarthritis in hip and knees. I have started physio once a month on the NSH but the therapist has decided the chronic pain I’m suffering is coming from the brain, real to me but apparently not to my Symptoms, he talks in terms I don’t pretend to understand and…
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Hello again. I hope everybody is okay
Last year i was writing here about my depression and struggles to get Universal Credit when i lived in supported accommodation... I just want to let you know, that I am under a doctor now, and started to take anti-depressants. Yesterday i had a phone chat with a therapist, but she told me that I need a psychiatrist, so she…
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Do Not Rescusitate Request
I have mentioned on this glorious site the "S" (death) word on numerous occasions.Now before I ask the following question, please everyone. I am OK, but the following question intrigues me.. Just say I had to go into Hospital for a complex operation with major risks.It was discussed with me the chances of surviving during…
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Anyone else get a feeling of fear when a letter arrives in the brown envelope regarding benefits?
Hi all, Does anyone else get the awful feeling of dread when a letter arrived from any of the benefits department's? I've heard some just lately and it's been regarding a small increase in ,my case, esa and pips, . Until I've opened the brown envelope and read the letter only then, if it's good news, can I relax a bit .…
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Hi, my name is markq5!Low-dose naltrexone impacting my sleep
I have been taking low-dose naltrexone for 12 months now. But as time has gone on it has caused my sleep to get worse and worse to the point I don’t think I sleep at all. Has anyone else found this with low-dose naltrexone and Has anyone or does anyone know of a way to combat this. Thanks Mark
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It's me again, asking if this is normal...
A few months ago I posted a question on Scope abt a Bloke who speaks to me like the proverbial. I don't antagonise him I hasten to add.I also mentioned abt a few neighbours who seem to be in a Gang Culture, who also call me names such as the W.I don't know why I get such **** treatment off folks.Encouragingly I had some…
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upset of life
down and upset. not in danger but want to die all i do is cry and no one hears my calls for help no one cares i get picked on. and I am not a good person I give up. my back hurts I can't move i take so much pain relief but i am in pain
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On the right track to get better
Hi every one once again I want to thank every one on here who have got me threw my darkness’s days and my time in hospital I’m greatful to each and every one of you . I had my injection today and I think my body is starting to get used to it because the side effects seem less, I just also want to say if any one out there…
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It's the 4th of January, what is everyone doing today?
I didn't sleep very well last night, due to physical pain (I have a long term rare health condition) so I'm getting a bit more rest, then getting back to clearing stuff out like yesterday.I feel when everything is neat and tidy, mentally things seem abit better.
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Struggling
As u know my mum has terminal cancer she's okay at the minute and I know she's going to become quite ill I'm taking each day as it comes putting a front on for her but I'm broken inside it's like I laugh joke but it's a front I'm so angry right now
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Anyone know what to expect in a secondary care assessment?
Hi would be really helpful to hear if anyone has had a secondary care assessment and whats is involved, thanks :)
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I would like to leave earth.
I feel upset, my injury has made me feel like I can't move or do anything I feel really empty and I can't do life anymore it's making me so unhappy. Life is done I'm done. I'm ? sorry
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Life
Sorry haven't been on much mental health is so bad and now I've been told my mum has terminal cancer and I'm not copping to well I put on a brave face when I'm with her it's killing me inside
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Hi, my name is LADYSCROB!
Hi wondering if anyone else here suffers from "tri-polar"?
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My life seems like confusion, and I want to get to the bottom of things
Hi guys I’m new to this forum but seeking some advice really. I’m 25 but have suffered with anxiety since a child. This was all noticeable to others around the age of 14 when I was diagnosed with OCD. For the OCD I had CBT which allowed me to keep it under control but as time has gone on the focus has changed and the…
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Support for carers?
Just wondering if there's any other carers out there looking for support? I support my husband in a lot of ways and have to try to be resilient at all times else it makes his anxiety so much worse. I've taken on a new job this year which has been full on and stressful and so I've not managed to offer the same amount of…
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Anyone have experience with a Social prescriber please ?
Hi my relative has mental health issues. OCD & social/communication anxiety. GP has referred a social prescriber (SP) but we're unsure how this would help. We've looked online and found very little about what they do/offer. I'm sure they can help a lot of people but my relative just isn't able to go out and do group…
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I am out of surgery
I am free buy in pain still from my throat I held on I haven't self harmed I'm very happy with my progress ? ☺