More on propranolol - the drug that doesn't erase memories


	More on propranolol - the drug that doesn't erase memories

JohnWaterman

2-18-2009 4:29 AM

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2-18-2009 5:43 AM

tabsey

I take propranolol to stop my liver exploding (a tad overstated). I have not experienced any of the above that I can relate to propranolol.
Knowing and accepting the medical state I have put myself in, takes out most fears.
The memory erasure happened while I was drinking.

2-18-2009 5:53 AM

JohnWaterman

The memory erasure happened while I was drinking.

Ain't that the truth?

2-18-2009 5:56 AM

tabsey

How are things with the new job?

2-18-2009 6:13 AM

JohnWaterman

Very good thanks.

It's been fascinating trying to get into the head of a young deafblind boy. To understand what he perceives, needs and wants. To enable him to learn and to explore his world. I'm so lucky - it's a great job.

2-18-2009 6:18 AM

tabsey

Great news. Keep the passion alive.

2-18-2009 1:50 PM

tanyamm

Great about your new job John. I'm glad you're finding it so rewarding. There's nothing worse than working at a job that benefits no one.

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