Normal

And so I join the ever-growing ranks of the prescription drug nation. After a bout of depersonalization, anxiety, and depression like no other, I decided to seek some 'professional' help. Nothing too hardcore to start with, just some Buspirone and Trazodone to keep the chemicals in my head balanced. I've gone from not recognizing myself in the mirror, to a rather stormy wave of 'normalness.' I'm looking forward to feeling whole again (hopefully soon) - I hate worrying my girlfriend. I haven't been to class all week, something I should probably remedy. After the paranoid feelings had somewhat subsided, I was able to 'finish' three canvases, and more-or-less destroyed my room and patio in the process. Paint, ink, aerosol - I love them. It's weird, I feel almost happy; I just hope it's genuine. I want to feel whole again.

6 comments:

Anonymous said...

How long have you had depersonalization for? I'm from Victoria too and was just googling info to see if there were any organizations around for DPD sufferers and it brought me here to your blog. So, hello :)

Chris Okibi said...

I've been suffering from episodes of depersonalization for a few years. But I had a recent week long episode lead that up to the prescriptions. I'm still not 100%, that's for sure. How about yourself?

Anonymous said...

It's been constant for me for quite a few years :/ It used to happen only when I'd smoke weed but then one time it just didn't turn off afterwards and still hasn't left me. Sucks. I haven't been to any doctors though... but I have zero anxiety so I dunno wtf they'd prescribe me. Do you notice a pretty big change with the meds? Do they help make it go away or just the anxiety part? I have a bag full of Q's, sorry.

Chris Okibi said...

I was prescribed Buspirone and my depersonalization all but disappeared in a couple weeks. However, I still suffer from the occasional episode. I'm having sessions with a psychologist now, who has given me a few ways to combat the depersonalization and anxiety. I'd definitely recommend seeing someone about it.

Anonymous said...

If I could have similar results, that would rule. Thanks... I feel a bit more positive about seeing someone now. Cheers :D

Chris Okibi said...

Let me know how it goes.