tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-607917094940922937.post7511393319264192942..comments2023-09-04T00:23:37.142-07:00Comments on Listening without Hearing: November 12, 2014Linda Johnstonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14335503314071441003noreply@blogger.comBlogger4125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-607917094940922937.post-52920844357583540782014-11-13T07:40:53.638-08:002014-11-13T07:40:53.638-08:00Thanks, Dottie. I know that those who have had it...Thanks, Dottie. I know that those who have had it, or had family members who suffer, understand that treatment makes a world of difference. I have the added bonus that this medication also helps on joint pain. That was the first thing I noticed. I woke up and didn't hurt!Linda Johnstonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14335503314071441003noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-607917094940922937.post-17386666291547352352014-11-13T07:32:14.955-08:002014-11-13T07:32:14.955-08:00Yes, the Lord does help. I do not ever feel HOPEL...Yes, the Lord does help. I do not ever feel HOPELESS because I know God is in control and that keeps me from despair. But lack of motivation and waves of sadness made me finally ask for the meds. I have been on different medications for depression two other times in the last 45 years. Never real long, but they helped.Linda Johnstonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14335503314071441003noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-607917094940922937.post-36201738304482272292014-11-13T06:46:44.420-08:002014-11-13T06:46:44.420-08:00YES, depression is a real illness, just like anyth...YES, depression is a real illness, just like anything else that goes wrong with the human body. And just like any illness or disease, God has given man the know-how to combat it, whether it be medication or counseling. I was so fortunate when I had my lowest time, in 1990, to have a physician who taught me how to use my faith to fight it, but to always remember there is other help, too. Thankfully, I've made it through thes last few years without medication, but I won't hesitate to get back on it if I feel I can't fight it any longer. Each person has to handle it their way and I am so thankful you have had the help you need during the trying times you've had. Love you and miss you.tinyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06801226133623209545noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-607917094940922937.post-72136146335809864612014-11-12T21:55:01.374-08:002014-11-12T21:55:01.374-08:00I personally see no reason that you should skip or...I personally see no reason that you should skip or not take medication for depression. It is a recognized medical condition. It runs in families, some have it & some don't. My sister, brother, & mother have depressive personalities. My dad & I don't. Why? Only God knows. Certainly with all that happened in your life with the deafness, implant surgery, surgery on elbow, etc., I can clearly see the reason for any depression on your part. Take those meds & let them lift you up. Mood lifters do just that & are most helpful when you have a long term injury to deal with on a daily basis!!! I enjoy your blog. It has helped me deal with my mother's hearing loss. I love the sharing of your family events with us, especially since I've known both of you since you were mere children at First Baptist in Brownsville. Keep up the good work. Hands together for you!!<br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17698210067385689262noreply@blogger.com