Dear Angela, Here is a big hug for you. Please know that you matter. You are here on this planet, in this world full of good and bad, doing the best you can, and it sounds like you are in terrible...
Hello, Friends :), I know that when I post here I will be treaded kindly and I really appreciate that. I'm feeling disappointed because I decided to take a break from my home-based decorated cookie...
Thank you all for your responses! I really appreciate the kindness and wisdom of the members of this group. I've tried to limit my Facebook attention to people who are truly in my life, not those who...
Thank you all so much for your kindness and support. I knew this was the place to come and tell the truth! I keep thinking about something I read about the danger of Facebook, that we tend to compare...
My self-esteem is taking a big hit these days. I feel unsuccessful and disappointed in myself. I feel that at this point in my life I should have a great career and financial security, a healthy...
Thanks for the hello, Karen! I love to walk. I'm still having problems with my feet, but I know that if I keep stretching and being active and especially lose some weight, they'll feel a lot better....
Good job! YES! The side effects do go away. Everyone is different so your body will adjust in its own time. Make sure you feel stable (no withdrawal symptoms) after each lowered dose. I know you're...
Thank you all for posting! I had no idea I was in such good company :)....
Hi Annie, and welcome! It sounds like you're very creative and you're making time for projects. That's excellent and a great way to stay grounded and connected to your essential self. As a mom who...
Thank you all for reminding me that I'm not the only one with this challenge! I think part of it for me is that I'm a very visual person and without that component I feel...the only word that comes...
WHY do I get so anxious when I have to make a phone call? I just got off the phone with a new customer (I run a home-based baking business) and I'm so stressed by it, I feel the adrenaline coursing...
I agree, there is so much misunderstanding about what depression is and is like. Has anyone seen the blog Hyperbole and a Half? The woman who draws/writes the blog describes depression in a way I...
I did CBT and it was VERY helpful, I try to remember the techniques when I feel myself slipping into negative thoughts. Nina...
Reeshes18, Thanks for the reminder about not getting too ambitious. My daughter just started preschool 5 mornings a week and I feel like I should be able to catch up on chores and projects and get...
Hello, gettinghealthyinside, and welcome! I think your plan to live a healthier life is awesome! I'm inspired by your commitment to positive changes :). A doctor you trust is the best resource, but I...
My doctor recommended the every-other-day method, but I was skeptical about it because I'd read so many pros and cons, but for me it works. It sounds like the worst is behind you. Hurray! Nina...
Hi Travelgirl, Congratulations on your new job! I am almost off of Sertraline (generic Zoloft) after taking it for postpartum depression for 3 1/2 years. I've tapered off very slowly since I get...
Reeshes18, Welcome to the forum! I'm sorry you're feeling so sick. Although I don't know your symptoms, I do know from reading and personal experience that withdrawal (aka discontinuation syndrome)...
There are so many side effects to these meds and everyone reacts differently! I hope you figure it out so you don't have to be in pain. Nina...
I had joint pain when I was on a combo of Sertraline & Bupropion. I'm totally off the Bupropion and almost off the Sertraline and it's much better! But I don't know which one was causing it, I was...
Hi Lilibean, Yes, it gets better! I remember the early weeks of being a new mom with PPD (my daughter is now 3 years old) and how incredibly hard they were. I called a PPD support line a few times...
Has anyone developed plantar fasciitis (foot/heel pain) while on Wellbutrin? After over a year of pain and treatment on my foot, I'm wondering if there's a connection. My podiatrist said no, but I'm...
Just thought I'd check in and say thank you to Karen! Your responses to my original post were helpful and thoughtful. And thank you to all who post for your honesty and kindness to each other. My...
Karen, Thank you so much for your response. I feel better just having shared a little of my story and getting a nice response from someone who "gets it." :) Healing (aka Nina)...
Hello, Kind People! Of all the sites I've looked at about antidepressants, this has been the most helpful, so THANK YOU! This is my first time posting and I couldn't find an active thread on Zoloft...