How do you decide when to go on meds and when to get off meds? I am in a position that the meds I take for my depression are non-habit forming and I can stop taking them periodically and plug along, caring for my depression with diet, exercise and life choices.

But recently, I have just not been able to pull myself out of the slump with the non-med routines. I feel like if I go back on my meds, I need to make an extended commitment (3-months or more)  before I reevaluate taking chemicals every day.

The last time I went on meds, I took myself off (I discussed with my MD under what circumstances I could do this and how to do it) when I felt great but drugged-sluggish. I was really great for a while. But over the past month, I have not felt great. or good. or okay. I have not felt like me, the me I have come to know over the years. I am exercising every day (that I am not trapped inside by the snow and ice) and controlling my diet. But I am reluctant to go out into social situations and not be so lonely.

SO I think I need to start back taking the drug.

But I really hate taking drugs daily. And I already have a couple that I take daily. And I recently found out that I have hypothyroidism, which can exacerbate depression. I am on drug for that and physically I do feel better. My body, at least, feels better. My mind is still stuck in the dumps though.

Also, if I go back on the meds, I will have to get the prescription renewed and my current MD will likely want me to do to a therapist, a step that I am reluctant to commit to for some reason.

UGH. Pillow fort time. *now with added Kindle and bed warmer*