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Posted 2/4/2016 8:30 AM (GMT 0)
Recently ive been having really bad dp/dr and I havent been able to sleep good.. My guilt, shame, and worthlesness decided to show itself and spiral me into negative thoughts about my self. Does anyone know if lexapro helps get rid of irrational guilt? Im beginning to obssess over stupid things I did that make me feel guilty. I sell someone beer and I feel guilty that they might hurt someone. How do I get over this?? Im really feeling like crap :(.

Aloha,

AK
Posted 2/4/2016 10:27 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Aloha

Sorry to hear you are having a tough time at the moment and struggling with dp/dr I know how difficult that is because I am also have a lot of dp/dr and guilt at the moment.

I don't think you can get a specific med that will treat dp/dr so I find it best to talk things through with a therapist if you are seeing one if not it would be worth trying to find one.

If you are getting dp/dr it tends to indicate that your anxiety is running high so double up on any coping skills you have and may be a visit to see your doctor and an increase in your Lexapro may help. I went to see my pdoc yesterday and had my meds increased but I also see a therapist once a week and try and do as much Mindfulness Mediation as i can which I find helpful with the dp/dr.

Keep us posted

Hibee
Posted 2/4/2016 5:55 PM (GMT 0)
AK,
Have you tried coloring or another mindful activity? Lately I've been using an anti-anxiety coloring book which has helped tremendously with symptoms. I usually do it after a long day at work.

Medications, although helpful, don't necessarily target 'specific' symptoms, they just help regulate overall. I would try either the coloring or any other meditation/mindful coping skills!

With you in support!
Posted 2/7/2016 1:43 AM (GMT 0)
Lexapro has helped me with my OCD /excessive worrying thoughts...I read you just have to take it for a while to get full effect (a month or two), although it started working pretty quickly for me.
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