Need help

Hey everyone,

I hope you all had a nice christmas! Lately ive had this feeling that things arent going to get better and its a scary feeling. I feel like down the road im going to do something to myself(i would never do this) but it feels so real sometimes. Is this still depression lingering? Im just worried about myself and I dont know what to do :(.

Does anyone at 20mg lexapro still function normally or do you feel like a zombie. I play airsoft on the weekends with friends and im really worries that an increase in my dosage will cause anhedonia or lack of interest in a hobby that helps me get through tough times.

Aloha,

AK

AK,

Like I said in your last thread, this is likely situational, and will pass as you heal from your recent loss.

Try to be patient with yourself and the process of your recovery...all in the midst of your grieving as well.

It is a lot to be dealing with now.

With healing thoughts,

S.C.

Hey AK

What you are experiencing at the moment is lingering depression. I know how this feels, anxiety and depression sometimes still attack me especially on times of emotional vulnerability. I know you're a strong person and would never do something regretful. When I was still taking up medication my normal intake was 40mg lexapro. I had some anhedonia and lethargy moments. My functionality was greatly affected. My doctor advised me to lower down my dosage and I lowered it to 20mg. In order for me to have the full benefit of the meds I reinforced it with nutritional supplements with anxiolytic and anti-depressant properties. 5-HTP and Endoca hemp greatly helped me deal with the depression I had at that moment. Supplements poses little risk of side effects compared to medications. Try to focus on your hobbies more and if the lexapro indeed have a negative effect on you then consult your doctor immediately and ask what other options you can consider. Happy holidays. :)