No, I’m not delusional or hallucinating. Santa really was there! A two foot tall standing ornament. I guess a psychiatrist’s office that is too busy to de-Christmas (in June) is a good sign. Or, as a friend said, it’s just a “really good conversation starter”!
The appointment went well. Much better than the first psychiatrist I met. This guy actually asked me what my symptoms were, and focused on how I was feeling now, as opposed to my childhood. He asked relevant questions, and all in all,I left with a much better feeling than I had with the first one. It pays to listen to your gut, and get a second opinion if need be.
So, he agreed with me that the wellbutrin was too activating for me, and that it might have actually increased my agitation level. Apparently 20% of patients react poorly to the wellbutrin. We are going to keep me on the prozac and clonazepam for now, and add mirtazapine. That might work. It will be more calming than the wellbutrin for sure. He wants me to come back in 3 wks, and he told me to be persistent with calling his secretary if I felt any really bad side effects like suicidal thoughts, and he would get me in.
I have hope. It’s been awhile since I’ve felt that, and it feels good. This dr said that it would be possible for me to finish my thesis, get out of the depressive/anxious state, and actually concentrate. What a concept. I look forward to it.
I also got a diagnosis. Major Depressive Disorder with likely Generalised Anxiety Disorder as well. For some reason, a diagnosis helps. Just the label, I guess, makes it less of a mystery, less scary. He does not think I am Bipolar II; the sheer lack of any manic symptoms prevents that diagnosis. The agitation is likely due to the anxiety.
I apologize if I’m being repetitive, but I’m excited and hopeful. Tonight I start the remeron (mirtazapine) and maybe I will get some rest. Maybe this one will work.
Meanwhile, here’s Santa. Happy Christmas in June?
birdiegirlblue 
Yay for such a hopeful appointment. Glad it went well. Wish I could stop over and give you a hug!
I feel your hug from all the way up here!
I am SO relieved it went well. Having the right practitioner makes tge world of difference. You will persevere!
Glad to hear the appointment went well. The Santa photo was freakin’ funny too. As for the change in docs – good news. I once had a dough head who kept asking about my childhood and I felt I was getting nothing from the experience. Then I got an amazing doc who listened, answered questions and gave good solid advice. Your relationship with the doc is so important to your healing. Sounds like you are on the right track Good News indeed!
oh Im so happy that the appointment went well!! You are moving forward and in the right direction,
Loved the Santa!!!!!