Yoga - meditation - flax oil - healthy diet (lots of greens-bitters) "daily" is best for me...Calms my monkey mind.
Our past (cannot change it) is filled with regret, our future (cannot predict it), causes anxiety....living in either place creates insanity for most. Amazing the drama our minds create... Calm your thoughts - you may find it is glorious.
Good subject Matt...
hrsetrdr said
Aug 5, 2013
This week I'll be one year post tx, and still struggle with anxiety, and [I guess] depression. In my case, there are multiple factors involved- having retired right before tx, the actual effect of the drugs on my system, and having to support unemployed stepson + his wife/child, while he struggles with drug addiction. My doctor prescribed Ambien to help with sleep, and I have Xanax on hand, but typically use 1/4 of the daily dosage.
What really works:
I go to the gym 3 or 4 times a week, and do 45 minutes on the elliptical(cardio), and do 3 sets of 10 on at least three weight machines. Also, I walk my dogs 2 to 3 times a day, usually for a total of 20~30 minutes.
These activities are a big mental/emotional boost, as well as helping control weight and re-gaining lost muscle mass.
We'll be staying in Vermont for a week this coming Thanksgiving, and I've already found a couple fitness centers there that I'm going to check on, while there.
Matt Chris said
Aug 5, 2013
Hey Ckncali
Great thoughts, to reconnect with nature with all it's facets gives us something we can't get from any other source. Seems to work better by ourselves or with a single friend than in large groups.
Thanks for the contribution.
Matt
Matt Chris said
Aug 5, 2013
Hello Tig56
Thanks for your honest contribution your comments/content was exactly what I hoped for, real world experiences from the person experiencing the situation .
Also totally agree about not turning this into a way to be critical about a persons choices.
Respecting another person opinions and viewpoints opens our minds instead of closing them.
Matt
Ckncali said
Aug 5, 2013
Going for a long, brisk walk always lifts my spirits.
If I lived near a flowing river I would love to walk on a path along a river, the sound of the water flowing by is very calming and nurturing to me.
There is nothing like a hike in the mountains to raise one's spirits.
Tig said
Aug 5, 2013
I've been through this twice and the first time I wasn't told about the tendency of Interferon to cause depression. I suffered with the sadness, tears and overwhelming grief until my nurse spotted it. I need to add that it overcame me fast, so I didn't know what was wrong. They started me on Zoloft and it corrected the problem quickly. I didn't take it after ending Tx. Before I started triple therapy this time I spoke with the doctor and decided to start Wellbutrin before those symptoms occurred again. It was a personal choice that I discussed with my doctor and it was right for me. Those that choose to do it without medication, I'm happy for you and wish you luck and success with your coping method. I hope this thread is a source of information and not one for others to criticize personal decisions. I've seen it before and hope that doesn't happen again.
perry said
Aug 5, 2013
exercise works well for me
Matt Chris said
Aug 5, 2013
Stress & Depression with HCV
Whether you completed or are currently in HCV treatment or living with the disease awaiting treatment or relapsed after treatment, dealing with the Physical, Mental, Emotional and Social issues of HCV can bring stressful events to the fore which can be a catalyst for depression.
How we persoanlly deal with stress and depression varies among people.
So for the benefit of the forum and its members and me personally, what works for you?
Is your choice based in prayers, meditation, foods, friends ,family, Laughter, exercise, Prescription drugs, Herbal remedies,or something else.
Yours response can be as simple as "Dark Chocolate works for me" or as complex as " while on triple therapy The drug xxx worked very well for the depression I was experiencing .
Recommendations, insights, and opinions are welcome realizing of course that not one thing works for all situations and all people.
My 1st Addition - Exercise , aerobic or otherwise works at elevating and releasing feel-good brain chemicals that may ease depression (neurotransmitters and endorphins)
Meeting exercise goals or challenges, even small ones, can boost your self-confidence. Getting in shape can also make you feel better about your appearance.
Exercise is a distraction that can get you away from the cycle of negative thoughts that feed anxiety and depression.
One of our members recommended flax oil to help with mood elevation, I have been trying it for a week with some success, What works for you?
Yoga - meditation - flax oil - healthy diet (lots of greens-bitters) "daily" is best for me...Calms my monkey mind.
Our past (cannot change it) is filled with regret, our future (cannot predict it), causes anxiety....living in either place creates insanity for most. Amazing the drama our minds create... Calm your thoughts - you may find it is glorious.
Good subject Matt...
This week I'll be one year post tx, and still struggle with anxiety, and [I guess] depression. In my case, there are multiple factors involved- having retired right before tx, the actual effect of the drugs on my system, and having to support unemployed stepson + his wife/child, while he struggles with drug addiction. My doctor prescribed Ambien to help with sleep, and I have Xanax on hand, but typically use 1/4 of the daily dosage.
What really works:
I go to the gym 3 or 4 times a week, and do 45 minutes on the elliptical(cardio), and do 3 sets of 10 on at least three weight machines. Also, I walk my dogs 2 to 3 times a day, usually for a total of 20~30 minutes.
These activities are a big mental/emotional boost, as well as helping control weight and re-gaining lost muscle mass.
We'll be staying in Vermont for a week this coming Thanksgiving, and I've already found a couple fitness centers there that I'm going to check on, while there.
Hello Tig56
Thanks for your honest contribution your comments/content was exactly what I hoped for, real world experiences from the person experiencing the situation .
Going for a long, brisk walk always lifts my spirits.
If I lived near a flowing river I would love to walk on a path along a river, the sound of the water flowing by is very calming and nurturing to me.
There is nothing like a hike in the mountains to raise one's spirits.
I've been through this twice and the first time I wasn't told about the tendency of Interferon to cause depression. I suffered with the sadness, tears and overwhelming grief until my nurse spotted it. I need to add that it overcame me fast, so I didn't know what was wrong. They started me on Zoloft and it corrected the problem quickly. I didn't take it after ending Tx. Before I started triple therapy this time I spoke with the doctor and decided to start Wellbutrin before those symptoms occurred again. It was a personal choice that I discussed with my doctor and it was right for me. Those that choose to do it without medication, I'm happy for you and wish you luck and success with your coping method. I hope this thread is a source of information and not one for others to criticize personal decisions. I've seen it before and hope that doesn't happen again.
Stress & Depression with HCV