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    #1

    Anti-Depressants

    I think I am in the right place. I have been prescribed anti-depressants, Lexapro and am scared shirtless to take them, I just went to the pharmacy to pick them up, almost a week after they were prescribed.
    I know I need them, that for sure, but I worried as I don't want to go into a 2 year spiral or become dependent on something else.
    It also means I will never drink alcohol during the period I take them, so that's not a bad thing I suppose, anyhow yes I do need them but I am worried what society would think if they found out I was on them, would it become more difficult to see my son (as my wife and I are separated and I am trying to see my son) - would it affect the outcome of a case?

    Sorry for all the questions, I do have concerns and I believe this is the place to ask.
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    #2
    Anti-Depressants

    Hey Wanna...

    I'm on anti-depressants and have been for a while and have been before. There's absolutely nothing wrong with it. It is everso helpful.

    Do it Wanna. it'll do you good. It'll take the edge off, not make you a different person.

    I don't wear a tshirt saying i'm on them but i won't be afraid to tell anyone either. Absolutely nothing wrong with that
    AF since 15th March 2010

    The journey is the goal. As long as you're fighting the good fight and you're not giving up on giving up, you're winning. It's not about how often you get knocked down, it's about how often you get up again. Sobriety the goal for sure. But striving to get to that goal is what it's about. Not getting there. Because the journey never ends. The journey is the goal.

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      #3
      Anti-Depressants

      I think a great portion of society is on AD's, the doctors seem to prescribe them quite freely. I also know they do help some people a great deal.

      I understand your concern, but I would give them a try. I took Lexapro for awhile when my parents were ill, and I had a lot of stress going on. I told my doc I thought the depression was due to my circumstances, not a chemical thing, be he had me try it. They really didn't do much for me though. I took myself off them gradually with no problem.

      Best wishes to you! :h
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        #4
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        Wanna,

        These meds (Lexapro is an SSRI) have been around for a very long time and are safe to take. They just give you a "leg up" when you're going trhrough a period when you need it.

        They are not addictive in any way - you just can't stop them suddenly, but will need to taper off them when you feel you can do without it.

        If anything, taking ADs will strengthen your case - it shows that you are doing something concrete to become better. I'm not sure of the actual statistics, but ADs are very widely prescribed, not only by psychiatrists, but by regular MDs as well. There is really no stigma attached to it.
        I'll do whatever it takes
        AF 21/08/2009

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          #5
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          Hey wanna I take lexapro's cousin celexa. I've been on it for several years. I think it has been life saving for me. Unfortunately, I drank which undermined the effectiveness of the medication. Now it is working for me again. I encourage you to take the lexapro as prescribed. It may be a wonderful thing, If not, speak with your doc about other options. There is a much more negative societal view of untreated depression! Wish you the best....john
          Outside of a dog a book is mans best friend. Inside of a dog its too dark to read

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            #6
            Anti-Depressants

            Hi Wanna - the way it was explained to me (I am on celexa - an older version of Lexapro) was that the chemicals in the brain aren't working properly and the Lexapro makes them work the way they should.

            You are right - there used to be such a stigma attached but nowadays I think so many people are on them - if you had a broken leg, no-one would question the use of a cast or a crutch - well it is the same with this - you are fixing something that needs fixing.

            Anyway unless you tell anyone, no-one will know. All I found it did, was make me feel what I consider 'normal'. It was great to be back in the world again! Go for it!!

            Sunshinedaisies
            How simple it is to see that we can only be happy now and there will never be a time when it is not now....

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              #7
              Anti-Depressants

              It seems to me there is no stigma anymore (or almost none) attached to depression and taking ADs. This has taken decades to achieve and is a great move forward.

              It also makes it possible for me to believe the same may become true for alcoholism and medications like baclofen... no more stigma. but I doubt it will happen soon.
              Your time is limited, so don't waste it living someone else's life... And most important, have the courage to follow your heart and intuition. They somehow already know what you truly want to become. Everything else is secondary.

              Steve Jobs, Stanford Commencement Adress, 2005

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                #8
                Anti-Depressants

                Grand job, thanks everyone for your advice, I am just back from my therapist and she recommended it too.
                So here goes, popping one now - here's to getting better

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                  #9
                  Anti-Depressants

                  wannachange;881052 wrote: I think I am in the right place. I have been prescribed anti-depressants, Lexapro and am scared shirtless to take them, I just went to the pharmacy to pick them up, almost a week after they were prescribed.
                  I know I need them, that for sure, but I worried as I don't want to go into a 2 year spiral or become dependent on something else.
                  It also means I will never drink alcohol during the period I take them, so that's not a bad thing I suppose, anyhow yes I do need them but I am worried what society would think if they found out I was on them, would it become more difficult to see my son (as my wife and I are separated and I am trying to see my son) - would it affect the outcome of a case?

                  Sorry for all the questions, I do have concerns and I believe this is the place to ask.
                  I was concerned about how I would be perceived taking prozac. My experience is that once I say Im on it, most people are either on something themselves or are very interested in how it works.
                  It has made such a difference to me.
                  The fact you are seeking treatment I would imagine will only be to your advantage in any court case.
                  Well done for taking the plunge.
                  Now you just gotta remember to take them EVERY day and not stop them suddenly OK????
                  Well done Wannawoo :l
                  Living now and not just existing since 9th July 2008
                  Nicotine Free since 6th February 2009

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                    #10
                    Anti-Depressants

                    Yes I am on my second and I am already feeling much better - I know its supposed to take a few weeks to kick in but I spoke to people last night in chat who said it only took a day for them to get the effect, it varies from person to person, pity I didn't do this before but hindsight is always a great thing
                    Makes me feel giddy just after taking one, I assume this is normal.

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                      #11
                      Anti-Depressants

                      Yes wanna its normal, and in time once everything settles down you will feel your old happy self that has the ability to carry on with day to day life without anxiety and fear
                      HOUR BY HOUR, DAY BY DAY

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                        #12
                        Anti-Depressants

                        I have also drunk on mine for 7 years, probably not a good idea though. But now im af so its all in the past. I live for my future its exciting. Bring it all on.
                        HOUR BY HOUR, DAY BY DAY

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                          #13
                          Anti-Depressants

                          Hi I have just started taking Luvox SSRI.. I know I do need them at the moment but I have still been drinking heavily so dont think they are working yet until I stop. I agree with everyone here, ADs just get the synapses working so you can deal with stress problems etc in a more constructive way. I don't feel any weakness or shame from taking them.. but I have a strange feeling that alcohol is causing a lot of my depression.. mmm

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                            #14
                            Anti-Depressants

                            Does anyone know if you can take the doses of L-Glutamine - is there any interference with SSRIS?
                            Thanks

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                              #15
                              Anti-Depressants

                              dont drink tjhats all im gonna say,ive also been on many depressents,good luck

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