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Hi,

So I had an video chat session with a PCP, because my p-doc Isint in my network anymore and he pre scribed me Paxil, but I can't remember if I liked that one or not. I do remember putting on 20 pms without ch aging my eating habits:/ Does anyone know anything about this medication?

It sucks to feel like something is wrong with you and then to have the stress of your husbands parents coming into town and pretending everything is ok...:/ I don't have the energy to entertain. I'm so worried about starting a new drug...and also starting a new drug right before his parents get here..and since every little thing makes me anxious these days I'm sure every side effect will start me panicking.

Things haven't been ok for me for awhile and my relationship with my husband has felt off bc of how I've been feeling. I don't know how to tell him I just don't feel like myself these days. I want to be real, but I feel like I have so much anger built up. I know things can't always be perfect but I feel like this is the only way I'll get better is if I can drop the act. I can't say how I really feel though:/ Instead we fight and bo the of us feel confused and helpless. Sometimes I feel so many emotions at once a I can't breathe.

LBL,

Sorry to hear you are not sleeping well.:( Have you tried all the usual tricks? Exercise during the day, powering down devices at night? Melatonin, Valerian Root or other natrual supplimements?

How are things with your relationaship going? Sorry I missed your last post somehow. That is difficult.:(

I do think the Genesight testing has its merits from what I have read. It can take a lot of guess work and trial and error out of finding the right Rx...

Let us know how it all works out...keep us updated, and we'll keep you in support!

S.C.

I feel so dependant on other people right now and I hate it. I'm a pretty independent person but I feel so stuck. I see people around me doing things, going places literally and I'm always stuck because of my anxiety. I keep taking clonapins and they help, but where do I go from there. I feel like I can only handle guests for so long before wanting to go back to my room. I just don't want people to think something is wrong with me. How do you explain anxiety to someone who has never been held back by it. I keep throwing the idea around of taking an ssri but I still can't decide if this is smg that will adjust itself over time again.

Hi,

I haven't been to therapy in awhile. Since I'm not working I can't go. I don't know why, but for some reason I thought it would be better to just pretend like I feel happy. I am happy about the way my life has turned out, but I feel like instead of being honest it was easier to hide my woes and now I feel weepy. On the outside everything's fine and situations keep coming up where I've had to seem fine. I know everyone pretends things are ok to some degree, but I feel overwhelmed from the minute I wake up. I know it's not good to pretend, but I've reached out to my family and they say what reason do I have to feel down. This is true. My energy is just low and it takes me all day to clean the house instead of an hour. I'm sure I can do things to change my habits that would help, but it's been two years and I haven't done that so..maybe I cant? I Worry about Things all day instead of doing them. Therapy would probably help me...I don't feel strong enough sometimes to tell people no and I don't want to let people down. I've been over compensating in alot of ways...over cleaning over doing things...because I feel guilty for what I can't do. To be honest I don't want to do all these things.

I'm not sure if this is Anxiety or Depression or both. I seem to be "ok" sometimes, but if family or in laws are coming over I feel like I only have a few moments where I can interaCT then I want to hide in my bed.....I don't want to be this way, but I feel so exhausted. My heart will beat super fast. I guess the in laws exaggerate my emotions bc I can hide them at home but if they go out or anything I just feel to overwhelmed to do so. This isint always the case. I'll get better but today they're coming and I just feel too tired to deal with it. It's embarrassing but maybe it's just me. Is this normal? Being tired is normal but having to always plan my day around the what if I'm too tired to do this sucks.

LL,


Talk to you doctor about your SSRI or SNRI options...

...or if you need an as taken med for panic only...have you considered Vistaril?

It is an antihistamine taken 'off label' for anxiety attacks.

Great job on the exercise and Moodgym start!

Keep up the good work...you are going to find your winning combination for recovery!

S.C.

Sorry.:(

Thoughts and prayers for you!

We all have off days...and they pass...

Use your coping skills to get you through!

S.C.

LL,

Talking with your doctor, doing your research, and getting input here will help you to make the best informed decision.

Unfortunately, no one can predict how you will respond to any given Rx...

...you just have to make the best choice according to the above, and give it a try. I know this can be an extremely challenging 'leap of faith'!

I wish you the best in your decision...and know we will be here to support in whichever direction you choose!

S.C.

L.,

How long has your mood been like this? Are you struggling with anxiety management currently?

I know when I am tired/worn out from 'keeping it together' my mood goes South!

Anxiety takes a lot out of us! Use your coping skills...

...rest and take care of you!

...and most of all have patience with yourself, and the process of recovery.

S.C.

Ll,

It is never too late to learn coping skills!!

Is therapy an option for you?

Ll,

Have you looked into finding a new P-doc within your network? A psychiatrist is going to best be able to help you find the right Rx for your needs...

...so do your searching/ask for a referral if you've not done so already.

A P-doc can also facilitate therapy options for you.

Peace and progress,

S.C.