Hi my 19 year old daughter had the implanon implanted in November. By December, she was no longer the happy go lucky girl she had always been. She became doubtful, withdrawn, crying all the time, unhappy, socially withdrawn, clinging to me, sleeping a lot, generally unhappy. We had it taken out 4 weeks ago and nothing has changed. Yesterday she was diagnosed by her gp with depression and provided with a script for medication. I am asking how long it takes for the body to return to normal and if she will at all. We are sad and need some help. Thanks
Degree understand your concerns. I went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. Implant implantation seldom creates depression. But some medicines given after the implantation as anti bionics and pain receivers could cause depression. Over and above, laziness and IDL mind after the implantation procedure coupled with inactivity could have triggered depression which is normal for any 19-year-old. But it is not clear that why she is unable to come out of that depressive state even after 4 weeks vacation. Put her into hectic schedule and keep her busy in her academics and career. Being busy should help her immensely. Also, please ignore her when she says something about her depression and other problems. Please post a direct question to me in this website. Include as many details as possible. I shall prescribe some psychotherapy techniques which should help for sure. Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications. Good luck.