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Posted 6/4/2015 12:00 PM (GMT 0)
Good morning, here I am another anxious day, I guess more anxious do to talking to my therapist and she thinking I should go back on medication...I also found out that my intrusive thoughts and anxiety are a form of OCD...I am so confused as to what to do...I am feeling sad that I can't stop these feelings. Anybody that can relate to this??
Posted 6/4/2015 4:03 PM (GMT 0)
Yes, many of us can relate, I'm sorry you are feeling like this.

What are your pro's and con's about starting a new medication?
Posted 6/4/2015 4:06 PM (GMT 0)
Well no I have been without medication for 5 months now, and had been tapered off months before I stopped completely. My medication has been Effexor 37.5 is the lowest dose but it has helped me so much. Thing is I thought I was finally getting rid of it you know. I don't find any cons really..never had any problem with it. I mean do I really need it ? I guess I'm hesitating about it
Posted 6/4/2015 4:14 PM (GMT 0)
CLN77, I fought going back on meds for about a yr. I took supplements: Neuro Calm, Valerian Root, Meditation/Yoga, Mindfulness, several self help books, frequent exercise,........... Finally, I went back on Lexapro after being off for 3 yrs. I have my life back and am so happy. I, finally, accepted I do better on SSRI's. I hope you can figure out what works for you!

Post Edited (WantToBe"Normal") : 6/4/2015 5:20:12 PM (GMT-6)

Posted 6/4/2015 4:22 PM (GMT 0)
Want to be normal, even I identified with you name too...thank you ...like even my sister says is a matter of acceptance and realizing how happy and great I feel when I'm on the medication as opposed to right now ...down and anxious..thank you
Posted 6/4/2015 4:41 PM (GMT 0)
That really was a low dose and I'm happy to hear that it helped you so much. I understand your feelings, I really do. I fought for over 20 years with taking AD's, I always took them, felt better and told myself that I didn't need them anymore, only to quit and find myself back where I was before I took them. about 5 years ago I accepted the fact that I will always need to be on some kind of AD, and have taken them since.

I am not saying you will always need to be on them, but your body/mind is telling you that it needs it now, for awhile longer at least. Do what you feel is the best for yourself and your mind. Regardless of your decision we will walk this journey with you. :) Keep us updated on what you decide.
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