Monday, December 17, 2007

Worth reading:

Dooce's recent post on mental illness and treatment

2 comments:

Jenni said...

I started Zoloft last month for postpartum depression. It seemed weird and kind of embarrassing to have to seek help, but also so liberating to realize and have a doctor acknowledge that it wasn't "my fault" that I was an angry, disinterested mother. This past month has been a wonderful time of getting to know my older daughter, play with her, and really enjoy her. I wish more people would seek help for what they are going through.

Mo said...

Hi Jenni. I hear you! My anxiety went undiagnosed until recently, but it was definitely in full swing during Maya's early months. I would wake up each morning feeling utterly panicked, dreading the start of the day. Things are improving now that I'm in therapy.
Isn't it nice to be able to truly ENJOY your child?! I say, hooray for help, whatever form it comes in!