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No Passaran (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Wed Jul-08-09 05:43 PM Original message |
I need help and I need it ASAP |
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panader0 (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Wed Jul-08-09 05:50 PM Response to Original message |
1. Don't despair. Find something simple that you enjoy |
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Gman2 (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 10:33 AM Response to Reply #1 |
57. Indeed, like Med. Marijuana. At least worth a try. Many find relief for Depression and even |
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Cleita (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 03:56 PM Response to Reply #57 |
82. If you can find a doctor who does medical cannabis, I think you |
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freedom fighter jh (490 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 12:32 PM Response to Reply #1 |
67. What panader0 said |
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DollyM (837 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 12:42 PM Response to Reply #1 |
68. I wish I thought the political stuff was an isolated incident but it's not |
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mnhtnbb (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Wed Jul-08-09 05:58 PM Response to Original message |
2. Hubby is a psychiatrist retired from the VA. He's not home at the moment |
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Joey Liberal (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 11:32 AM Response to Reply #2 |
62. Thanks for helping that Veteran |
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mnhtnbb (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 01:36 PM Response to Reply #62 |
75. Hubby is a vet, too. Major, USAF (ret) from Vietnam days. Any vets |
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Joey Liberal (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Sat Jul-11-09 11:11 AM Response to Reply #75 |
93. I salute your hubby! nt |
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Canuckistanian (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Wed Jul-08-09 05:58 PM Response to Original message |
3. K&R |
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Sirveri (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Wed Jul-08-09 06:00 PM Response to Original message |
4. If you still have tricare then definately use it. |
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EFerrari (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Wed Jul-08-09 06:02 PM Response to Original message |
5. DU has a great mental health forum. Might want to post there |
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me b zola (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Wed Jul-08-09 06:03 PM Response to Original message |
6. Keep talking |
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GardeningGal (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Wed Jul-08-09 06:04 PM Response to Original message |
7. A suggestion regarding your headaches and neck pain. |
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panader0 (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Wed Jul-08-09 06:35 PM Response to Reply #7 |
17. One of those pillows did a lot for me too. |
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ohheckyeah (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Wed Jul-08-09 06:55 PM Response to Reply #7 |
25. I had a similar situation. |
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Politicalboi (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 04:49 PM Response to Reply #7 |
85. I had a friend who's father was a paramedic |
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rosesaylavee (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Wed Jul-08-09 06:08 PM Response to Original message |
8. Kicking to the top |
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liberal N proud (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Wed Jul-08-09 06:08 PM Response to Original message |
9. DU is always open and someone will listen |
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yellerpup (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Wed Jul-08-09 06:12 PM Response to Original message |
10. I don't have any answers or experience but I remember reading your posts |
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sammytko (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Wed Jul-08-09 06:15 PM Response to Original message |
11. if you have tricare, get a referral from your PCM |
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Statistical (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Wed Jul-08-09 09:50 PM Response to Reply #11 |
36. Even better for mental health no referral is even needed. |
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travelingtypist (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 06:37 AM Response to Reply #36 |
41. Yeah, people confuse it. VA and Tricare are different. |
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sammytko (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 10:09 AM Response to Reply #41 |
54. I am VA disabled and also have Tricare Prime - |
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No Passaran (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Sat Jul-11-09 06:19 PM Response to Reply #54 |
95. .. |
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noiretextatique (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Wed Jul-08-09 06:17 PM Response to Original message |
12. i have a friend is a psychotherapist who works with vets |
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Fire1 (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Wed Jul-08-09 06:18 PM Response to Original message |
13. K&R for your health and well being. n/t |
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spoony (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Wed Jul-08-09 06:21 PM Response to Original message |
14. I think one of the first things is to refill the prescriptions |
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DainBramaged (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Wed Jul-08-09 06:29 PM Response to Original message |
15. First, thank you for your service. Second, that Reich-wing psych is violating some rule |
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Lydia Leftcoast (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 09:16 AM Response to Reply #15 |
46. Definitely find out who that guy's supervisor is and file a complaint |
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sellitman (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Wed Jul-08-09 06:32 PM Response to Original message |
16. Keep posting here and find a way to get back on your meds. |
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Tesha (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Wed Jul-08-09 06:35 PM Response to Original message |
18. Hang in there, I know you can make it |
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closeupready (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Wed Jul-08-09 06:36 PM Response to Original message |
19. I have no information for you, but I do wish you well. |
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FREEWILL56 (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Wed Jul-08-09 06:39 PM Response to Original message |
20. I hope this helps somewhat, |
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mnhtnbb (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Wed Jul-08-09 06:41 PM Response to Original message |
21. Check your PM |
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moondust (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Wed Jul-08-09 06:46 PM Response to Original message |
22. About the VA. |
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whathehell (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Wed Jul-08-09 06:51 PM Response to Original message |
23. Dear NO...There is a volunteer group especially for Vets. It's called "Give an Hour" |
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The Wizard (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Wed Jul-08-09 06:52 PM Response to Original message |
24. The counselor's |
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wryter2000 (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Wed Jul-08-09 06:58 PM Response to Original message |
26. Giving you a kick |
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latebloomer (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Wed Jul-08-09 07:13 PM Response to Original message |
27. There are private psychotherapists on the TriCare list. |
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BlooInBloo (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Wed Jul-08-09 07:15 PM Response to Original message |
28. kick. |
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clear eye (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Wed Jul-08-09 07:31 PM Response to Original message |
29. It's so good that you remembered us, and have come here for additional help. |
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Lifelong Protester (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Wed Jul-08-09 08:57 PM Response to Original message |
30. Also try some alternate therapies |
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Lifelong Protester (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Wed Jul-08-09 08:58 PM Response to Original message |
31. Also recommended |
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Oilwellian (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Wed Jul-08-09 09:13 PM Response to Original message |
32. There are many private psychologists who... |
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seabeyond (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Wed Jul-08-09 09:18 PM Response to Original message |
33. i wish you would touch base on this thread and lets us know you are ok. there are some good |
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Statistical (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Wed Jul-08-09 09:31 PM Response to Original message |
34. VA IS NOT THE ONLY GAME IN TOWN. |
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handmade34 (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Wed Jul-08-09 09:31 PM Response to Original message |
35. positive thoughts going out to you |
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bertman (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Wed Jul-08-09 09:57 PM Response to Original message |
37. I hope this thread is giving you some positive ideas and a way to get things under control. |
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noamnety (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Wed Jul-08-09 11:52 PM Response to Original message |
38. You can try contacting IVAW or VFP |
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Liberty Belle (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Wed Jul-08-09 11:55 PM Response to Original message |
39. A good chiropractor can sometimes cure neck pain with one pop. |
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northofdenali (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 12:27 AM Response to Original message |
40. Is there a Community Health Center in your area? |
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formercia (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 08:15 AM Response to Original message |
42. It was difficult reading your post |
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No Passaran (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Sat Jul-11-09 06:21 PM Response to Reply #42 |
96. :( |
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conscious evolution (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 08:43 AM Response to Original message |
43. Veterans Heart of Georgia |
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Christa (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 09:14 AM Response to Original message |
44. You are with friends here |
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BonnieJW (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 09:16 AM Response to Original message |
45. Have you tried a chiropracter for your headaches? |
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babydollhead (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 09:27 AM Response to Original message |
47. accupuncture might help your headaches too |
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Voice for Peace (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 09:32 AM Response to Original message |
48. look into this |
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beac (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 09:33 AM Response to Original message |
49. Do you know about GiveAnHour? |
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Voice for Peace (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 09:35 AM Response to Original message |
50. Look into this: |
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Kajsa (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 09:37 AM Response to Original message |
51. Hang in there, No Passaran! |
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rms013 (105 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 09:54 AM Response to Original message |
52. Need to reach out |
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Miss_Underestimated (239 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 10:06 AM Response to Original message |
53. While you are awaiting help through the system, here are a few self-help ideas |
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Fire_Medic_Dave (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 10:11 AM Response to Original message |
55. What caused the neck pain? |
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No Passaran (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Sat Jul-11-09 06:22 PM Response to Reply #55 |
97. I have damaged my neck |
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Stevepol (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 10:11 AM Response to Original message |
56. A prescription if you want to try it. |
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Iwillnevergiveup (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 10:41 AM Response to Original message |
58. Rec #40 |
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WhiteTara (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 10:54 AM Response to Original message |
59. there is a treatment for PTSD |
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GinaMaria (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 11:12 AM Response to Original message |
60. The only resource I know of is Salvation Army |
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Lerkfish (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 11:13 AM Response to Original message |
61. FWIW, counseling and therapy is only as good as the therapist |
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Locrian (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 11:45 AM Response to Original message |
63. adrenal fatigue - check your cortisol levels |
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democrank (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 11:56 AM Response to Original message |
64. We`re here for you, No Passaran. |
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Maraya1969 (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 12:01 PM Response to Original message |
65. I did eye movement desensitivation and then I realized I could do it without |
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Tuesday Afternoon (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 12:10 PM Response to Original message |
66. Keep looking for a therapist until you find one that you feel comfortable. |
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Life Long Dem (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 12:44 PM Response to Original message |
69. Why are you thinking it's all in your head? |
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No Passaran (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Sat Jul-11-09 06:23 PM Response to Reply #69 |
98. I did an MRI |
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Rockholm (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 12:46 PM Response to Original message |
70. Try contacting NAMI or your local branch. |
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mtnester (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 12:50 PM Response to Original message |
71. I hope you have stopped by to read all the good ideas given here, and all the support |
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woo me with science (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 12:53 PM Response to Original message |
72. There is more woo in this thread than any in recent memory, |
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Life Long Dem (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 01:13 PM Response to Reply #72 |
74. It's easier to hand out pills. |
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Silent3 (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 09:05 PM Response to Reply #74 |
86. (duplicate post) |
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Silent3 (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 09:48 PM Response to Reply #74 |
87. Who said anything about treating symptoms rather than causes? |
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woo me with science (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Fri Jul-10-09 12:23 AM Response to Reply #87 |
89. Thank you. |
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CoffeeCat (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 04:22 PM Response to Reply #72 |
83. I received treatment for trauma... |
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woo me with science (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Fri Jul-10-09 12:20 AM Response to Reply #83 |
88. People need to be aware that |
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CoffeeCat (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Fri Jul-10-09 11:15 AM Response to Reply #88 |
90. What's been hard for me as a "survivor"... |
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woo me with science (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Fri Jul-10-09 02:13 PM Response to Reply #90 |
91. You are wrong about the scientific evidence. |
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CoffeeCat (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Fri Jul-10-09 03:05 PM Response to Reply #91 |
92. All I know....is that my experience is real and valid... |
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tomm2thumbs (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 12:56 PM Response to Original message |
73. If you are near a University Hospital, perhaps they can offer some options - I would check |
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Rainngirl (86 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 02:41 PM Response to Original message |
76. I'm not a vet or anything... |
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kleec (117 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 02:54 PM Response to Original message |
77. Reiki |
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sallylou666 (135 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 03:03 PM Response to Original message |
78. Depression support |
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santamargarita (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 03:09 PM Response to Original message |
79. Would it help to talk to other Vets - some common past? |
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No Passaran (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Sat Jul-11-09 06:26 PM Response to Reply #79 |
99. Yes |
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Caoimhe (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 03:10 PM Response to Original message |
80. Good luck. Aren't neocons a "pain in the neck" themselves? n/t |
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southernyankeebelle (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 03:48 PM Response to Original message |
81. I understand your pain. Please don't end it because you will make |
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BornBlue (278 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Thu Jul-09-09 04:35 PM Response to Original message |
84. Check your PM |
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No Passaran (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Sat Jul-11-09 06:16 PM Response to Original message |
94. Thank you |
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