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I'm pushing half a century in an industry that is not kind to old guys. I try to fend it off but every now and then it hits me. I'm pretty sure this is not unique to my life experience, or it wouldn't have a term :-)

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[โ€“] [email protected] 33 points 1 year ago (1 children)

It comes in waves for me. I'll feel fine for a few weeks, maybe a month or two, then I'll be deep in the depths for days, weeks straight. Mostly at night, staring out my bedroom window, contemplating the horror of the abyss.

[โ€“] [email protected] 10 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I have to agree with you here because it comes in waves for me as well. But often spread out between 4-6 months and then I'll get it for 2-3 weeks straight. It's very unpleasant and I'm sorry you're experiencing this.

[โ€“] [email protected] 5 points 1 year ago (2 children)

Right back at you, yeah it's rough. I am seeking out getting medication for it but we'll see.

[โ€“] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I hope you can find some healing and stabilization.

[โ€“] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Thanks, and to you as well. Best wishes.

[โ€“] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

You're welcome and thank you as well.,

[โ€“] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago

I've just started Rexulti, Klonopin, Chlonodine, and Ambien. Even though I'm only 5 days into it, I'm already starting to feel better.