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by Sleeping Better in Texas
Fri Oct 28, 2005 7:41 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: BiPAP and an activa mask?
Replies: 0
Views: 1329

BiPAP and an activa mask?

Has anyone experienced some discomfort with using a BiPAP machine with an activa mask? The director at my sleep clinic suggested that it wouldn't work well with the BiPAP because of the way it inflates and deflates on your face. I have been using it for a few weeks and it does take some getting use ...
by Sleeping Better in Texas
Sun Oct 16, 2005 1:39 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Links to Articles Re: OSA and Depression
Replies: 13
Views: 20867

OTB,

I couldn't have said it better nor have I ever seen it written better. Keep up the great work. You must be a wonderful, sought after counselor. I can't wait to see your continued progress on the board!

Thanks again, SBIT
by Sleeping Better in Texas
Sun Oct 16, 2005 1:30 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: New, used to be depressed, feel better, have a question
Replies: 17
Views: 8804

Lori & Jere Great dialogue... SBIT here... As a psychotherapist for many years and a professor of communication, I can tell you from professional and personal experience, it ain't fun. You are absolutely correct Jere, I have sought out the magic elixer for years only to discover that depression is t...
by Sleeping Better in Texas
Sun Oct 16, 2005 9:10 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: New, used to be depressed, feel better, have a question
Replies: 17
Views: 8804

Depression

OTB... Good thoughts... I am a former therapist and I read that you are a counselor... Depression is something that has plagued me for many, many years. I am already noticing some changes in my overall mood. I still have my ups and downs. I am going to see my psychiatrist and talk about weaning me o...
by Sleeping Better in Texas
Sun Oct 16, 2005 7:35 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: New, used to be depressed, feel better, have a question
Replies: 17
Views: 8804

New, used to be depressed, feel better, have a question

Well my subject line says a lot. I am a newbie. According to my machine I have logged 199 hours and 22 days. I am 100% compliant. I feel better and I know that is the most important thing. I still have my days when I am a little moody and feel like I need a nap. I am 42 and have probably had severe ...