Depression Support Thread

Alleycat

Hi

LadyMorticia

Alleycat wrote: »

Hi

Heylo there.

shazrobo

morning everyone, looks like i'm first up around here, may raid the smartie cupboard whilst your all still sleeping lol

hope everyone is ok this morning, feeling ok myself for a change, and am looking forward to this afternoon, as i am taking my sons to the chinese state circus, which is in town this week, heard good reviews about it

big hugs all
shaz xxx

Stephb1986_2

Hi Shaz i was up before you ner ner

i was just pricing up WII's in my own little world ha ha

I hope everyone is ok today

Steph xx

Tiff_2

Hi guys!:hello:
Good morning. There I go with my personal opinions again!
And a very warm welcome to alleycat! Come on in hunnie!

I've missed some grand landark dates this month through the lack of tiffing. For example, (and yes they are real days),...
- the Californian Poppy Festival was held on the 12th April in Lancaster, California, (surprise, surprise),
- it was the World Cow-Chip Throwing Championship in Beaver, Oklahoma,on the 18th April,(sorry if you're eating brekkie),
- there was the Landing Day Of The 33 Orientales in Uruguay on the 19th April,(answers to sazzy on a postage stamp please),
...
BUT, for a certain person in our clan, today is the start of a very special 'holiday'...
Oooh katieeeeeee...National Karaoke Week begins today!:j
Us cats love a good sing-song as you can see...



And just to keep you all on your toes, stand by your beds, it's time for -

Roll Call!
Huge, moulting Tiffy hugs to...
sazzy(sazbo), ethel(ethelbloggs), gario(gario900), elona, bmf, gem(geminilady), ilgd(ilovegreatdanes), blinky, gilly, cb2, flis, karrie, rose, beer, miro, ltd(learnigtodrive), cat (cat9586), ltf(lipsthefish), lrs(letrobinsonsing), bunnie, goldie(importedgold), tank girl, zippy, pc (poppycracker), rbk, skintaz, pj(poppyjay), rain(rain-is-insane), judders, newlywed, cm(carolnmalky), katie(tulip), mac, jackie(the mad bird), fg(feelinggood), sf(slowly fading), qb(queenswayboy), ccstar, kellie, dawny, fantastico, han, queenie, sh(santashelper), juno, spikey, meyore, hayley, ifa, pet(petrichor), vicky, glad, andi, mum(mumoftwins), pinklady, stebiz, tooties, lisa-m, tao(tao81), westie(westclok), carpy, pink-b(pink butterlfly), skintc(skintcatt), rovers(roversbabe), lisa-d(lisa-derby), dd2(daisydoughnut2), lewt, hyder, maz(maz123), cham(chameleon), bbbb(bibbitybob), curly(curlywurlygirl), fd(feelingdown), sssssss, pumpkin, su(su4stu), hibees, impy, consp(conspirator), maisie(maisiemay), cif, di(dithedancer), child(child359), star, wfs(whitefeatherspirit), katp, bizzy(bizzybeks), pills, cnmm (conandmattsmum), bltn(betterlatethannever), charlene, vb(velocityboy), sp(smallpackages), gill, lisa-ew(elegantly wasted), welsh(welsh worrier), lass(loopy lass - I can't call you loopy angel!), chelly(chellysays), bobsa, shelby(shelby161), john roberts(john-r), juliav, antronella, steph, new cook, catsavingexpert(cse), shaz, lfh(looking for help), tdmmdi(the devil made me do it), gillh(gillianh2), wmf(weymuffred), lou(loublue), suki(suki1964), toothsmith, katyk, bay(bailey), ree(reehsetin), jen(jen.eng), specialk, li(limana68), shelley (fallen angel shelly), shawz, tom(tomstickland), horace, purplegirluk(purple), miss tbc(tbc), ecoelle, nicifer(nic), diamond78(diamond), grace, wo*f, weegie, gill07, big-board(bigb), moonrakermagpie(magpie), karen23(karen), deals, pug(pug-in-a-bed ), mumh(mumhug), nats3006(nats), tote alley stressed(tote), littleone83(lo83), piggeh, lexa34(lexa), iom(iom-rf), hooters, wanty(iwanttosave), hev, haribo(haribo-junkie), quasar, ws100(windowshopper-100), turkishd(turkishdelight), nopot(nopot2pin), week, littlemissmoney (missy), lady morticia(ladym), oompah, chocomum(choco), skollieal(skoll), truthseeker(truth), week, angellotz (lotz), beachbeth(beth), whitevanwoman(wvw), cat64, redruby(red), setmefree2(set), rainbow child(rainbow), marru, cazac71(caz), chr_is(chris), philnicandamy(phil), back2square1(back2), earth, ab, aknot, debbiemids72(debs), before hollywood (holly), lita, pricey147(pricey), jinky67(jinky), pipkin71(pip), benthosboy(martyn), ellerose(elle), skintchick(skinty), pandora, n71, quid-itch(itch), wannabe sybil(sybil), vmf199(vmf), ninnins(ninns), fairydawn(dawn), high-rise andrew(andrew), learner2001(learner), tangled memories(tangy), kman2001 (kman), alleycat - et al.
Sincere apologies if I've missed anyone.

Wishing you all the best Sunday you can have. Be kind to yourself guys.
Much Love,
Tiff xxx

Tiff_2

Hi sazzerty!:hello:
I didn't see your reply yesterday hunnie - my computer didn't refresh the page when you posted!
I have been keeping you in my thoughts angel!

sazzy wrote:

Originally Posted by Tiff
We should all try to meet up in sazzy's place,:silenced:, erm, I mean London later in the summer - say September time? What do you think guys?
I can see it now...

''THE MSE DEPRESSION THREAD'S ANNUAL GLEE CLUB OUTING!''
:j :j :j

We musn't enjoy ourselves though and everyone has to find something to complain about! And of course, us agoraphobics will have to be caught and darted first.
Yep I'm up for that, deffo! Brilliant idea tiffy hun :beer: :j :T Effelbomber and gazbag are in charge of the entertainments;)

The stennmeister in charge of entertainment?!
_pale_ - and again!!!
Well I'll tell you right now, I ain't tossing anything - even if he does call 'em cabers!:D Loves you really gazzy!
And ettie b too?
It'll be a proper London rave - I'll have to practice my street slang now! :rotfl: Loves you too ettie b!

sazzy wrote:

But i'm afraid there 's one of those big yellow and black bio-hazard signs on my front door, so you can't come here:o:D Ask gilly badge - he's the resident health and safety geezer:D:D I've got the the tranquiliser darts at the ready! :rotfl:love ya hun
Sxxxxxxxxx[/sazzy]
:rotfl:
You've got it wrong angel - you've got the bio-hazard symbol on your door because of the radioactive badger!



Tranquilizer darts? You'll have to catch me first!!!
Right, that's enough daftness from me. Better do some tiffing as promised. Sending you huge huglets sazzy - take care sweetie.
Much Love,
Tiff xxx

Tulip

:hello: Everyone,

Hope you are all ok,I am fine today,off to my parents for lunch which will be nice

Hi Alleycat


Have a lovely day everyone


*hugs* to those that need one


love and light,

Katie xxx

Tiff_2

Hi fg!:hello:
How are you hun?
As you can see, I've grouped your posts together fg, to make it easier to reply. Lets have a look hun...

fg wrote:

Anyone know how I can get a private pysch? Got funds sorted, just need to find a Pyschiatrist now. Any ideas?

Forgive the personal question angel, but can you comfortably afford a private psych? The reason I ask is that you can actually change the NHS psych you've got, if you don't feel any benefit from them. Write a letter to the consultant's manager and the Trust's Practice Director/Manager, stating that you feel that your sessions with DR.X are detrimental to your mental ill health recovery and that you would ask to be transferred to another NHS psych. This works - I've done it - and it's made an enormous difference to me! As with anything else, you have the right to complain if you're not happy with your treatment - even in mental health fields. Also, is she a psychiatrist or a psychologist,fg?
I popped down to the Tiff archives and found some hopefully useful info for you, hun. I found the following from the Royal College Of Psychiatrists website...

http://www.rcpsych.ac.uk/mentalhealthinformation/faqs/howtogethelp.aspx
and
http://www.rcpsych.ac.uk/mentalhealthinformation/therapies/cognitivebehaviouraltherapy.aspx
How can I see a psychiatrist?
To see a psychiatrist, you will need to visit a GP (general practitioner) in order to get a referral, in the same way you would with any other specialist.

fg wrote:

I asked about getting CBT privately and she told me she wasn't allowed to recommend anyone

Can you give me a list of psychiatrists?
In order to find a psychiatrist, you should ask your GP or local healthcare trust. You can obtain lists of nearby doctors' surgeries and your local healthcare trusts by contacting the NHS.
How can I see a psychiatrist privately?
Your GP may hold a list of psychiatrists who practice privately. Alternatively, you can contact private healthcare providers or psychiatric clinics directly to make an appointment. Some psychiatrists may advertise themselves in your local yellow pages. If they have the title 'MRCPsych' (Member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists) or FRCPsych (Fellow of the Royal College of Psychiatrists), this means that they are current members of the College.
How can I find out what speciality a psychiatrist is trained in?
You can search for their details on the Medical Register (a directory of all doctors practicing in the UK), by visiting the General Medical Council website.

fg wrote:

I have a pysch on the NHS, but don't really get on with her due to her opinions on addiction/eating disorders.

What do I do if I am unhappy with my psychiatrist?
Everyone is entitled to a second opinion, so you need to ask your GP, or your psychiatrist, to refer you to another psychiatrist for a second opinion.

fg wrote:

She recommended therapy, but can't have it on NHS. Seeing as I need to get therapy privately, jsut wanted to check I've got the right diagnosis/medication.

From BABCP (British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies) at
http://www.babcp.com/
How to get help?
First step - Discuss the problem with your doctor. They will be able to advise you on access to local resources and refer you on if appropriate.

Where to get CBT?
Many CBT practitioners work in the NHS. (Thought so - I got it!) However, some areas still have limited resources. Also, some practitioners provide CBT privately.You can find a BABCP accredited therapist who works privately by clicking this link. Please note that other practitioners offering CBT may be registered by other reputable bodies.
There is even a search link on this site for finding private psychiatrists and their specialities.

fg wrote:

Yeah I think I'm just going to have to pick a random therapist and hope for the ebst!

I can appreciate you thinking that the yellow pages as lita suggested, may not be the best route for you. Personally, I'd rather consult my gp and find one whose methods and reputation are known to your gp, who also knows you. But that's just me, angel. There's nothing wrong with asking for a second opinion fg but you also have to be receptive to the feedback the doctors give us. If you disagree, discuss it with them. And of course, the MIND website is usually worth a visit hun, at
http://www.mind.org.uk/Information/

I hope this helps a little fg - safe journeys.
Much Love,
Tiff xxx

Horasio

Had a better day yesterday till my son mentioned some itchy spots he has - he needs to get them checked out but he thinks it is scabies:eek: They sound horrendous. He is in a separate flat to us but in the same building. We have spent time down there, so fingers crossed we are OK, I don't have the same spots, neither does my OH. It could be something else so waiting till Monday when we can make an appointment. He does have a cat but has had him for 9 months, so would have had symptoms of cat allergy before now. He left his skanky place 6 weeks ago to live with us in Scotland and lives with us down south now since mid March/early April.

Back to our nice day

We went to Lymington market, went to places from my childhood, eastern New Forest, saw the Fawley refinery:D and the liner in Southampton dock. What contrasts, lovely forest, yachts on the sea, and a refinery. I hope they don't strike in sympathy with Grangemouth - it is so funny seeing on the TV just now (hope the Scottish guys are OK up there just now with petrol shortages).

Drove round Bournemouth after having a lovely dinner - was a nice warm day and could have the top down:). Lymington has such a positive vibe and remember this from my childhood - I even ate a teacake at the cafe I used to goto - they used to be 5p, now it is £1.70:eek: and bought some aniseed balls and sweet nuts - they tasted just as good too:)

Got woken by thunder this morning

Horasio

ilovegreatdanes wrote: »

Have a nice evening everyone,I am watching Dr Who later with the lovely David Tennent.

Love and Light,

Katie xxx

now hes much better than that jeremy vile, oops,i mean kyle:o ...nowt agin a scots accent but i like him better when hes in his character dialect.ds is mad on dr who and theres absolute silence for 50 ish mins on sat nite.....i wonder if i could get it on loop:rotfl:[/quote]
I think David Tennent rocks - have liked him since 1995 in Taking Over the Asylum - he played a really great inmate. I find the 'English' accent he used in Dr Who rather odd, what is wrong with a Scottish Dr Who?