Question:
What to do about depression

I have gotten so depressed lately about waiting for approval. I try not to even think about my surgery anymore. It's like if I don't think its gonna happen or something and I'm setting myself up for the disappointment. Has anyone else felt this way before?? What do I do??    — Juanita B. (posted on June 17, 2001)

June 17, 2001
I have clinical depression myself and even though I was on meds I became very frustrated with the way Northern Kaiser in California makes this whole process an agony. I became very discouraged and depressed, really immobilizing depression. My doctor adjusted my meds a bit, but I think what the turn around for me was getting mad. After 11 months of testing, getting the doctor to admit the referral and all of the waiting in between I was finally denied. I had already talked to the obesity lawyer, his name is Walter lindstrom and I have his email address and phone number if you would like it. I also read you profile I would suggest the following: Regarding the ex..file a restraining order with the police. Make sure if covers that he not be allowed to come within 1000 feet of you anywhere you may be, and that he is to have no contact with you wether by phone or the written word, nor by a third party. You may also file a police report that he is stalking you. Both of these cover you legally and if he violates the orders and you call the police an report him (which you must do for every violation he will be arrested. As to WLS make a pest of yourself, call and call often for imformation, do they have the proper documents, has the referral been received, has a decision been made, why not, etc. If they deny you I highly recomment calling Walter Lindstrom and asking about your options. He is very well qualified (has had the surgery himself) and his price is very affordable. Most of all keep your head up, get mad and of course keep a smile in your heart. If you take the right steps to protect yourself and keep your resolve in the forefront you will overcome. Terilyne
   — Terilyne R.