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Post by jody on Jan 25, 2013 12:17:18 GMT 10
As I said Phil, you assume far too much.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 25, 2013 12:23:03 GMT 10
You inferred by coming to the conclusion that Jody is on welfare because she has a disabled son and therefore is a welfare recipient taking drugs. You were not hinting. But you know nothing of her personal circumstances and she doesn't have to answer to you as to her financial situation.  |
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Post by jody on Jan 25, 2013 12:23:56 GMT 10
exactly right Stellar.....he has absolutely no idea.
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Post by matt on Jan 25, 2013 12:43:43 GMT 10
I never "attacked" Jody. I merely pointed out that she was a welfare recipient on drugs, in a comment about her attack thread on fellow welfare recipients. (Which has subsequently been deleted.)  Prescription drugs are not illegal if you have a prescription. |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 25, 2013 17:23:13 GMT 10
Meditation
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Post by jody on Jan 25, 2013 17:33:12 GMT 10
HG, I tried a bit last night and it did send me off to sleep for about 40 minutes.....not much but any sleep right now is appreciated.
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Post by jody on Jan 25, 2013 21:13:39 GMT 10
I'll try it tonight Buzz....thanks.  |
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Post by jody on Jan 25, 2013 21:17:07 GMT 10
Just lucky we bought bananas today when grocery shopping.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 26, 2013 8:20:41 GMT 10
Just getting your problems down on (virtual) paper can often have a cathartic effect. I had a fairly good night last night, only woke 3 times but went straight back to sleep. Still trying for the unbroken 7 hours.
As for the milk ... I could never drink it warm, yuk. But I've found that not having any tea or coffee in the evening is a good idea. I have a milkshake instead or a cup of hot chocolate and never have any problems getting to sleep. It's the waking up through the night that's the problem.
Jody ... I knew you would feel like that about Daniel. Most loving parents do. But for many years I have had family members crying on my shoulder because they have had to make an unwelcome decision regarding a family member for their own health's sake and in some cases for their very sanity ...
Several months down the track, the change in their demeanor is astounding. The renewed energy, the joie de vivre as a huge burden is lifted from their shoulders.
I'm certainly not suggesting Daniel is a burden because to you he is not. And I'm not advising you to make a decision ... I'm only saying that you shouldn't feel guilty when you do, eventually.
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Post by jody on Jan 26, 2013 8:35:56 GMT 10
I did sleep a bit better last night.....and I did eat a banana and had a small glass of milk.
Stellar, I know you mean well and I have nothing against others who put their disabled loved ones in full time care but it is something I will never do. Daniel is my son, my responsibility and no one takes care of him like I do. He is in respite this weekend and will no doubt some home ill because they just don't do the right thing by him. I have very little doubt that if he went into care, he wouldn't survive for long. It is hard work but for me, worth it. We are all put on this earth for good reasons, mine is to care for my very special child for as long as he needs me.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 26, 2013 9:04:21 GMT 10
Jody, I agree that respite can be very unsettling for some patients. That's because they need continuity of care. We have some respite placements and it can be a very stressful time for all concerned, not least the staff. Mental health patients on respite can be so emotional and resistive. They go through all sorts of emotions like anger, confusion, hurt etc. They don't realise just how demanding they are and how much their family members need a break. They need constant assurance they are actually going back home and believe me, we all sigh in relief when they've gone.
But it is often after the respite break that the decision for fulltime care is made. So sometimes the patient does not go back home. I can assure you though that they finally do adjust to the different environment and the initial feelings of abandonment have been overcome. But yes, a very stressful time all round for all concerned.
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Post by jody on Jan 26, 2013 9:11:17 GMT 10
Stellar, Daniel doesn't become unsettled (though can get grouchy when he has a headaches or is ill) nor does he need assurance, well not in the way I think you are suggesting. He is never emotional and is only resistant when his body is tight and he is being changed. His level of physical and mental disability is quite profound.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 26, 2013 9:23:22 GMT 10
Yes, I understand that although I have never worked with the disabled. I have had some patients with brain injury though, and that would have to be the ultimate experience!! Obviously there are few placements for people with brain injuries and we've put our hand up and taken a few.
Never Again!!
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Post by matt on Jan 26, 2013 12:38:56 GMT 10
You should try a glass or two of red wine
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Post by jody on Jan 26, 2013 13:23:40 GMT 10
I'm not a drinker Matt. I might have the odd southern comfort when I go out for dinner but that's about it.
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Post by matt on Jan 26, 2013 18:57:24 GMT 10
Sounds like snake oil.
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Post by jody on Jan 26, 2013 19:12:32 GMT 10
Matt, Bananas and warm milk have been suggested for many years as a way to help bring on sleep. Most dieticians will tell you a banana is the best thing to have if you're hungry late at night. They fill you up without bloating.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 27, 2013 15:43:33 GMT 10
what the warm milk and banana? you really are an imbecile Now, you can't blame the Lad for thinking you're a snake oil pedlar, can you ? |
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Post by garfield on Jan 27, 2013 16:25:41 GMT 10
The only cause of insomnia is not doing enough during the day to wear yourself out, forget about drugs and hocus pocus just do more and you'll sleep like a baby guaranteed.
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Post by jody on Jan 27, 2013 16:49:21 GMT 10
Garfield, I do quite a bit.....though I have decided to get on the cross trainer for longer and see if that will help too.
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Post by garfield on Jan 27, 2013 17:06:11 GMT 10
I remember years ago when I was working twelve hour shifts of real physical hard work and I'd get home exhausted like someone fired a tranquilizer dart into me and I slept like I was dead.
That taught me two things ... one, work smart not hard and two, the harder you exert yourself during the day the better you will sleep.
Now my job is a lot easier and I suffer from insomnia too, the difference is now I realise that its not some sort of medical condition but more of a life style thing and have adjusted accordingly ;D
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Post by jody on Jan 27, 2013 17:42:22 GMT 10
Well I'll give it a go...there is always stuff to do here.
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Post by garfield on Jan 27, 2013 17:52:02 GMT 10
Well I wouldn't worry about it too much if you don't have a schedule like me, I have slowly but surely worked everything in to suit my own lifestyle so the world revolves around me ;D
I don't have to be anywhere at a particular time and I answer to no one, I guess its like being on the dole but with better pay and no social stigma ;D
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Post by pim on Jan 30, 2013 14:07:14 GMT 10
No no, Earl, think Goon Show with Buzz as Neddie Seagoon. Now, what does Hercules Grytpype-Thynne always say to Neddy?
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Post by jody on Jan 31, 2013 6:24:34 GMT 10
I have decided to not let this issue get to me....I am just going to sleep whenever I can. Broken sleep is better than no sleep.
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