Welcome to DU! The truly grassroots left-of-center political community where regular people, not algorithms, drive the discussions and set the standards. Join the community: Create a free account Support DU (and get rid of ads!): Become a Star Member Latest Breaking News Editorials & Other Articles General Discussion The DU Lounge All Forums Issue Forums Culture Forums Alliance Forums Region Forums Support Forums Help & Search

Siwsan

(27,801 posts)
Wed Dec 17, 2025, 01:16 PM Wednesday

The good news is...... The nightmare medication has finally started working.

My dreams are certainly not pleasant but the do lack those terrifying scenarios of my nightmares.

I had a rough therapy session on Monday. That was mainly due to all of the horrific events of the weekend. I was non functional for most of the day. That's a real inconvenience because I'm preparing to have 10 people over for dinner on the 24th. I am the last in the family who makes the traditional Christmas Eve pea/mushroom/potato/onion soup. I'm teaching others how to make the roux, which is the MOST important flavor component to the soup. It's been a Christmas Eve tradition for well over 100 years.

Fingers crossed I get through the evening without an anxiety attack. If I DO have one, I'll just slip away to the bedroom. Loud voices/laughter are a big trigger for me, but that's what happens at my family events. There discussions can get pretty animated, in a fun way. I refuse to damped the spirit because everyone has so much fun.

6 replies = new reply since forum marked as read
Highlight: NoneDon't highlight anything 5 newestHighlight 5 most recent replies
The good news is...... The nightmare medication has finally started working. (Original Post) Siwsan Wednesday OP
My best wishes to you thucythucy Wednesday #1
I admire you Keepthesoulalive Wednesday #2
I hope things go very well get the red out Wednesday #3
Thank goodness for medication that works! crosinski Wednesday #4
Have you tried Zanax? BradBo Wednesday #5
No Siwsan Wednesday #6

crosinski

(668 posts)
4. Thank goodness for medication that works!
Wed Dec 17, 2025, 03:12 PM
Wednesday

I’m glad you’re finding some relief. (And the soup sounds yummy!)

Latest Discussions»Support Forums»Mental Health Support»The good news is...... T...