Posted by tina on June 29, 2003, at 12:57:49
In reply to WHY????????, posted by Penny on June 28, 2003, at 17:05:31
I know exactly what you mean Penny. My family has that "mind over matter" attitude too and they are quite averse to the medication issue as well. They always say I'm too medicated and that all I need is to get busier and start thinking about someone else instead of myself so much.
I have to just look at them and try to understand that they come from a different generation. They didn't talk about depression and most didn't even know what it was really so they just grit their teeth and forged on. Sometimes that's possible but when it's a chemical imbalance, that's very hard to do. They don't understand chemical imbalances either. It's ignorance that makes them respond to you this way. They just don't understand and probably aren't willing to so try your best not to let their opinions get to you. They are caring in their own way eventhough it doesn't feel like it sometimes. They are frustrated that they can't help you and it comes out all wrong. It's YOu that has to take the steps to take care of yourself and you have a pdoc and meds and you are getting through each day the best you can so give yourself a little credit. That's a big accomplishment when you are depressed. Just see them for what they are and concentrate on your own health and happiness without regard to their opinions. (if you can......I know it's nearly impossible sometimes)
best wishes
tina
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