by Pbanna 28 Replies latest watchtower medical
I suffer from Depression and have been on meds, but now I choose not to take them. I am thinking of going back into just "therepy" but my question is Do JWs beleive in therepy? Im not a JW but I do read and beleive the JW way. I also have been to Hall many times but lost touch with my friend so I was wondering this.
I'm very disturbed that you would even be inclined to ask the Watchtower Society about what medical treatments you should or should not accept.
who prescribed you meds?
I went to a pshyc for my meds, he had trouble giving me something because I am allergic to many or get the side effects real bad. I did have neurontin, and Temazapam for sleep but again the neurontin started to cause swelling of my joints and I gave it up. I was good for a long time, but now slippin again. I am going to go back to therepy.
I dont know what possesed me into thinking that just spiritual healing would help. I guess I was lookin for a non-medicational method. Ive even had a Baptist tell me that If I followed her way I would be better. Thats when I thought well if Baptists can be healed from the Bible so can a Jehovah believer.
You might try going to an actual psychiatrist. General practice physicians are legally allowed to prescribe such medications, but it sounds as though you are in need of an actual specialist (psychiatrist)--because you had trouble tolerating them. You are legally allowed to refuse medication; just go there and see what he/she recommends and why.
If you have depression coupled with anxiety (judging from the anti-anxiety meds you were on previously), that is a more complex problem to treat and you need to see a psychiatrist. Anxiety meds can make you depressed and depression meds can make you anxious. A specialist is much better equipped to get the balance right.
If you are suffering from depression or any mental illness, you really need to read this article on the high incidence of mental illness among JWs. http://www.ianag.com/religion/t-381070.html Insanity is said to be defined as repeating an action and expecting to get different results. The WTS is a perfect example of this. I've watched my mother go insane as the WTS actively encouraged her psychosis.
[quote]If you are suffering from depression or any mental illness, you really need to read this article on the high incidence of mental illness among JWs. http://www.ianag.com/religion/t-381070.html [/quote]
well Im gonna read that -dont wanna go crazy any more than I already am. I do have anxiety issues, there has to be something they can give me that wont either wack me out or make me sweat like an animal.
I was just reading that link you gave me Joel , is it possible that Jehovahs go after people that have depression issues? Cause when I first start talking to some door knockers I told them I was not doing good and having depression issues and things of that order, and they were very sympathetic and called me regulary, I had Bible study at my house, I went to Hall -. I had constant contact with a JW friend up till about 2 months ago I cut off contact because of my son at the time(he was very annoyed with organized religion) I didnt want him causing a scene if my JW friend came by unannounced.
But anyhow I was just curious about that -IF they seek weak persons.
Seek weak persons ? they bank on it . People who have depression or troubles in their lives are exactly with they are looking for and this is how they get many recruits. They promise a whole new life for you and all will be so much better if you just follow their path ,the wt . It is a bait game that they play .
I certainly would not stop your meds until you are seen by a therapist first because you could crash , and coming back from that could take a very long time .
By the way WELCOME
Pbanna
Yes, they prey upon people when they are at their weakest. Some even check the obituaries and send letters to people whose loved ones have died.
That's good advice from Rebel8. I would add, that along with seeing a psychiatrist for meds, you may want to consider whether there is a root cause for your depression and anxiety. Some kind of therapy could be beneficial in helping you to deal with life and not be depressed, once you get straightened out and feeling a bit better.
welcome to the board!
tal
Pbanna
Hi. How are you today?
Everyone goes through some sort of depressing period in some point in their lives. Some can controll it....others think they cannot.
Whatever the reason is I am sorry you are going through this trying time....there is help. Medication works on your physical body - spiritually and mentally we need Jesus' help and He is there to help. No matter what you are going through ....even the blackest storm shall cease. Jesus will come on the scene...He will give you strength and courage.
You are not alone.
Hibiscusfire
Welcome to the board Pbanna!
I can tell you from first hand experience that the elders are the absolute worst people on earth to talk to about depression. On a few different occasions I went to them regarding severe depression, substance abuse and self-injurious behavior, and all they did was lecture me on the importance of treating the body that God gave me with more respect. I always left feeling a hundred times worse than I did before. And nothing they said ever helped. The elders are in NO WAY qualified to deal with depression, chemical dependence, anxiety, or any other psychological issue.
Once I figured out that they were actually putting me in danger by increasing the guilt and shame that I already felt, I decided to never again speak to them again about anything, ever. I did see a professionally trained psychologist(I've actually been to a few), and I did so while still in. While some in the congregation(the few that knew) expressed concern that it might be dangerous, the fact is, they were just dead wrong. Talk therapy had none of the elements that I had been led to believe would try to weaken my faith. It was completely the opposite, in fact. Talk therapy was one of the most helpful things I could have ever done for myself. Psychologists and psychiatrists are trained to help people, not shame them. I am still on medication for my depression, but it has gotten much better. With the help of my doctor, psychologist, and other trained specialists in the medical field I was able to find a combination of medication and different support networks that worked for me and allowed me to start feeling better and taking an active part in my life again.
I think that you will find that the loving support you get on this discussion board is also very helpful. It has been for me, at least. It's a great place to come to connect with others who might be going through similar issues, or to just vent some emotions if you need to.
C
