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anti-depressants (SSRI)

Mysterie

Mysterie

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Hey just wondering if its a good idea to start taking an SSRI
I'm 17 and have been depressed for as long as I can remember and I cant relate with anyone unless I have known them for ages.
e.g. if someone starts a conversation I cant maintain it

if it helps i wouldnt care that much about not being able to roll
is taking an anti-depressant just taking the easy way out or should i try them until my life is back on track
because my mum prescribed them with xanax as well
with xanax is it better to snort or something ?

srry pretty bad at stringing together blocks of text together
 
I have been on SSRI's since Septemeber and it's changed me as a person I think, more so in the sense that I am now very numb. Which mind you isn't such a bad thing however it has impacted my overall studies in some way, whereby I can't concentrate as well as I was once able to. From what I hear it could just be the meds which I am taking, which is Lexapro - Each of these meds will do different things. If you think you are strong enough I would say go without, more so because you will find that when you are on SSRI's you can still get depressed and this part can make it even worse on you.

I would strongly suggest to you though, train hard, eat healthy. You have to keep in mind that you have a chemical imbalance and that is what is triggering the depression. To keep it stable healthy eating, no drinking and looking after yourself makes a big difference.

You may think that this sucks but look at it this way, you end up getting to look after your health whilst all your mates ruin themselves for the long run. You get to save money and reap in more rewards then the others, when they wake up on a sunday morning with a hang over you get to be one of the ones that goes thank God I didn't have to go through that. It can't be all too bad me thinks.......Also I would be staying off the Xanax, it's not a good thing to be reliant on things to do certain things for you.
 
thanks for your reply

looks like i wont be on either though since my sister (who's letting me stay at hers) doesnt want me on an antidepressant or anti-anxiety pills

:|
 
concerning the SSRI, i don't understand why your sister is dictating whether or not you medicate yourself with a potentially helpful, non-recreational drug.

either way, antidepressants are not a fix-all and should act as a temporary tool while you find better ways to address your depression. it is highly recommended you seek counseling in addition to taking them.

i began taking Lexapro when i was 20. at first i wanted no part in taking antidepressants, but after hysterically crying through my first counseling session, i realized there was no way i'd be able to really sort through my issues without them. i was on Lexapro for about a year and weaned myself off after my counselor and i felt i was ready.

while taking them, i felt clear-headed, less confused. the worst part was forgetting to take the medication and weaning myself off. if you don’t slowly (and I mean SLOWLY) wean yourself off, a side effect is uncomfortable electrical jolt sensations. these “zaps” lasted well after 3 months of discontinuing my medication. for that side effect alone, i will likely never take them again.
 
I think you should go see a psychiatrist or psychologist. Get another perspective and find someone to talk with about what's going on. Maybe your family members will be more 'accepting' if you see someone and if someone who specializes in psychology recommends a medication.

- Your mom prescribed you your medications? Is that what you are saying - if so, what is her job? If not...what DID you mean?
 
I personally didn't like my antidepressants, and what helped me that was natural is excersize and water. :/ good luck..
 
I didn't like SSRIs...well I did but that's because I'm bipolar and it would send me into a manic episode. I took celexa with lithium for about a year, I was pretty numb and I had absolutely no sex drive.
Now I'm on Wellbutrin which is an NDRI. I'm pretty happy with it. Getting off SSRI & Lithium = getting my life back.
 
woamotive said:
I think you should go see a psychiatrist or psychologist. Get another perspective and find someone to talk with about what's going on. Maybe your family members will be more 'accepting' if you see someone and if someone who specializes in psychology recommends a medication.

- Your mom prescribed you your medications? Is that what you are saying - if so, what is her job? If not...what DID you mean?
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My mom is a GP and she prescribed them after i took some tests she gave me on depression
 
Ive tried 4 different SSRI's personal experience is that they did nothing for depression or anxiety, When I go to the doctor they still seem to want me to try more of them though??

I do however know a couple of people who feel they work well for depression.

Eating a healthy diet high protein with no processed carbohydrates and Regular Exercise should help.

Fish Oil is a good supplement to take for depression.

Counseling may help you get your life back on track.

Basically my advice is give it a go if you wish (at least 3 months) as it does appear to help some people, then after three months decide whether or not you have found it benefitial.

Xanex is used for anxiety disorders and is addictive and if used regularly you may become too reliant on it and it could get in the way of you overcoming your depression.
 
your mum thinks ur depressed and prescribed u antidep's??? isn't there something aggainst that maybe. Like conflict of interest etc etc.

just my thoughts thats all.
 
Yeah I suggest you see another doctor. No offense.

Also a psychologist and some Cognitive Behavior Therapy can be VERY helpful, I'm sure your mum can easily right a referral for you. PM me if you want the name and workplace of a great psychologist who has done lots of work with people of our age more.

Also, show your mum some research on SSRI's they can be quite damagine. A TeCA is probably preferable as it works on every thing an SSRI does but bypassing the parts that 'cause side effects.

Also as a GP your mum should understand that exercise and a good routine are some of the best ways to over come depression.
 
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