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A big step for DH
The doctor told us it would be 2-3 weeks before we saw any improvements from his medication. I know I've said something recently, but he is (and we are) doing a lot better.
He hasn't spent time with friends in months or even really left the house for anything other than work or to go to either of our parents' houses. Well, this evening he and a few friends are going to Buffalo Wild Wings to watch the UFC fights (or something like that)! And the kicker is... HE called them! I am so stinking happy. This is a huge leap for him. I finally feel like I'm getting my old Greg back. 
We spent the whole day together today, he actually asked me to go on a family grocery shopping date tomorrow morning. It almost feels like a new relationship again.
ETA: It's been about a month since he started his medication.
Re: A big step for DH
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We actually cleaned the house together this morning. I know we have a long way to go but I am so happy he's trying.
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This, when my sister was being treated for her bipolar she had to have at least monthly meetings with her doc. I'm glad things are going well.
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I know from being on meds for panic disorder/anxiety that these "check ins" are only 15-20 min. You really need to see someone in addition to the person monitoring the meds.
I am glad that the meds are working well for him. Hopefully this will be a good first step for you guys and now the real work can begin. Having someone who is in the right frame of mind is definitely a good start. But I am glad things have finally turned a corner for you.
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This is a huge step! I'm so proud of him.
I agree with PP that at this stage, a psychologist or counselor in addition to a psychiatrist is important. I'm treated for bipolar disorder and anxiety. When I first started taking medicine, I saw the doctor for maybe 20 minutes once a month, but saw the counselor for an hour once a week.
Eventually I got to the point where I had learned enough tools from the counselor to cope without her, and once you're stable with a medication you may only need to go once every three months for medication management appointments.