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13 years ago 0 +0 / -0 4027

Richard, Davit

Denial of the reality of mental illness is at the root of people not accepting non-physical illnesses, since our ills are not as visible...but eventually dementia affects anybody living long enough. Guy stated how he described his condition to someone by relating it to diabetes earlier. He was clever, since he built on the person's gradual acceptance from a physical to a mental illness, using an analogy!

After Guy’s story, I realized that a collegue at work had done the same with me, with a twist. That colleague had gone on stress leave, but told me he’d had the same physical major surgery I’d had, so I could “connect” with him. I guess he didn’t think I would accept his need to be away for an emotional vs physical illness.

Even I was in denial,but it took me years to realize this.

We have our limits, I suppose...like that serenity prayer.

13 years ago 0 +0 / -0 6252

Richard.

I'm sure your doctors are doing all they can for you so this information is just that, information that may be relevant. An uncommon treatment for MS that apparently works is called Low dose neltrexone, LDN on the net. It apparently works for my Arthritis also but I can not get a Doctor to prescribe it here in Canada.

The other thing is Micoplasma. An almost invisible bug with no cell walls so it doesn't stain. It is also very mobile. Besides being a very common contaminant in medical procedures. It gets into joints and destroys them. I have seven fused vertebrae. Low dose antibiotics are keeping it in check. I am 60 years old also, and feel I got the contaminate through a number of operations. Like I said this is just information.

Here for you,

Davit.

13 years ago 0 +0 / -0 6252

Hi Richard.

It is isn't it. I have been in pain so bad I begged to die, but it was nothing like the pain of constant panic attacks or the heartache of agoraphobia. Unfortunately if you don't have it you can not understand it. Like trying to explain colour to a person born blind. But it helps to have more than one person say just how bad this is. It doesn't matter if they don't understand it just as long as they accept that it is very real.

Here for you,

Davit.

13 years ago 0 +0 / -0 14

One last thing I would like to add: Anxiety and panic is very real, I have been shot and stabbed and in more combat situations than I care to mention and have the medals and ribbons to prove it. But this battle I am fighting with Panic disorder is by far the worst battle yet. So if any of you have family members etc who are having difficulty supporting you, have them contact me and I will share with them how real this disorder is....Sorry guys and gals, felt the need to get that bit of info out there.

13 years ago 0 +0 / -0 14

I would like to say Thank You to everyone! the overwhelming support and words of encouragement have meant the world to me. I may be asking all of you to help me through some rough spots, but I will return the favor...Again I thank you from the bottom of my heart!

Richard

13 years ago 0 +0 / -0 14

In regards to: How do the Armed Forces Culture regard anxiety; I think do to the nature of work that I did for the government, I was and am treated like a million bucks. the government stepped up and took care of everything for my family and I. They look at my PTSD as a very serious situation and do all they can to help out. Unfortunately my physical problems outweighed the mental and I have waited far to long to get a handle on it. I have Multiple Sclerosis, Stiff Person Syndrome etc. and host of other issues..and yes I do believe, as my doctors do that all of my neurological problems are a direct result of something I picked up in a combat zone in a far away land. Thank You for welcoming me with open arms, I really needed the support and you all have not let me down...Thanks Again, i will post often.

13 years ago 0 +0 / -0 89

Hi Richard,

Always glad to help a vet in whatever way I can. I just started the program to build on some skills I already had, but the best part thus far has been the forums. The ideas and encouragement here will help you get through the program, I'm sure.

Keep coming back, even as things get better - and they will.

13 years ago 0 +0 / -0 653

Hi Richard,

Welcome to the program. I think you will find it a good adjunct to your plan. Are you doing the readings and activities? They are very helpful and informative. What are you doing so far that is helping you? What is your ulitmate goal?

Stay strong!

Tiana, Health Educator

13 years ago 0 +0 / -0 6252

Hello Richard,

Welcome. I truly hope you do stay with us and with the program. It really does work along with the trading of ideas. Hope to hear more from you.

Here for you,

Davit.

13 years ago 0 +0 / -0 56

Hi Richard,

I started the program fairly recently myself. I agree that panic can be disabling; starting to get panic attacks was probably the worst thing I've ever experienced.

Good luck and hang in there.

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