Michele is a retired music teacher suffering from bipolar depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, ADHD and generalized anxiety disorder. She was misdiagnosed for several years before receiving the correct diagnosis. A year ago, as her doctor tried to find the right combination of medication that would best help her, she found herself on what she calls a “medication carousel”.
Even today, she does not believe she has the right combination of medication that is b
est suited for her needs and the side effects have been intolerable.
Her typical day consists of working part-time, practicing her instruments and other daily activities, but her condition severely interferes with her ability to function. She often has problems getting out of bed, taking medication on schedule and remembering to eat. She also has trouble focusing, keeping to a daily routine and taking care of her basic needs. This has led to isolation, severe anxiety and panic attacks. Her fears can be immobilizing so she keeps people at a distance.
Therapy has been helpful, but it still has not provided her with the independence and stability that she needs on a daily basis.
After much research, Michele discovered Healing Companions and deeply believes that a psychiatric service dog will help bring her the stability and freedom that she needs. A PSD can be trained the tasks that will alleviate her symptoms so she can lead the life she wants and give back to her community.
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