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mental shut down

Not sure where to start,had depression most my life im 37 now ,recently hit rock bottem in the process of swopping onto new meds at the mo ,emotional wreck for last 5 days. Lost my mother 18 months ago and i didnt deal with it very well at all ended up turning to drugs was in a very dark place. im slowly climbing my way back up while losing the people i love so not easy...
Certain professionals have made me feel like a proper down and out but they dont seem to understand my brain controls me .i dont control my brain
Certain professionals have made me feel like a proper down and out but they dont seem to understand my brain controls me .i dont control my brain
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I'm sorry to hear that you've been going through a difficult period of time, it must be hard.
You mentioned there that you have struggled following the loss of your mother, which is completely understandable, I'm sorry for your loss. As mentioned above, you might consider seeking support to help coping with your bereavement.
Furthermore, Mind have some information you might find useful for treating depression.
If you have been let down by your health professionals, I would advise requesting to be referred to a new one, a fresh pair of ears might provide the breakthrough you deserve.
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You may need time for your new meds to settle and your body to become adjusted to them. I also agree you may benefit from some bereavement counselling
Do you have any support with your drug problem even though it sounds like you are doing a great job getting yourself back on track. You say you have lost people you love do they know you are getting your life back on track
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