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It's starting all over again
| Thu, 02-09-2006 - 4:46pm |
I'm feeling my life spiral out of control. I have dealt w/ anxiety/depression over the last 4 years or so. I have been on celexa, wellbutrin and effexor but not for a few years. I have had good luck w/ them as far as anxiety but then the sexual side affects start up and then me and my husband start fighting and I normally end up getting off the medicine.
But lately.....my stomach has been in knots again. Life has been getting to me. My kids are driving me over the edge. Even at times when really they aren't doing much of anything I'm losing it. I'm screaming at them and just getting so mad (even if I don't verbalize it)
I really don't know where to turn...what to do....any advise?
But lately.....my stomach has been in knots again. Life has been getting to me. My kids are driving me over the edge. Even at times when really they aren't doing much of anything I'm losing it. I'm screaming at them and just getting so mad (even if I don't verbalize it)
I really don't know where to turn...what to do....any advise?

Hello & welcome to our caring community. You are NOT alone. We're all works in progress here attempting to find the balance in life with meds/therapy/coping skills. You sound miserable & @ the end of your tether. I am sorry to hear that.
There are meds without sexual side effects. In fact, sometimes we think the meds are the culprit, but depression can extinguish our desire in the bedroom. The older AD's such as the tricyclics have value. Doctor's still prescribe them. Tofranil & elavil come to mind. Therapy helps as well. We sometimes need that time with an objective person who can point us to better ways of living through various coping techniques. I just saw my *t* yesterday & felt alot better
I'm sorry to hear your anxiety is back :(
Sheri Ann
I'm glad you made chat!
Sheri Ann
Hi I haven't introduce myself I am lynn and I am sorry I must come after you had left in
chat
last night. Boy I remember those times and one of my triggers is my dh I love him to
death....he just doesn't understand the PA or anxety thing, He has gotton better tho,but
hey I guess unless you are there than how can you understand.. I decide I was going to
take care of me first and then him, I know that might sound selfish,but if I can't get
myself under control than what is the point? I wouldn't be good to him or anyone. I hope
you will feel better soon and the ladies here will give alot of good advice. Let us know
ok the update and again welcome..
(((BIG HUGS)))
LYNN
She said it sounds like I have some ADD and or OCD tendencies in some of the things I mention. The constant worrying etc.
She told me to get on a B12 vitamin for stress so I'll probably try that.
I probably won't make it to chat tonight as me and my dh are trying to watch the DVD's of the 1st Lost season to get caught up this week.
Thanks for asking about me and I'll definitely be around.
Thanks for the update. It's always good to hear that our members decide to be proactive & confront their issues with counseling. It isn't always easy, but it's helpful. You know that we'll support you in the no meds decision. There are others who have chosen that path & done well. Good luck to you! The B vitamins have been discussed in a positive light. It seems they are effective in general wellness. Let us know how you feel on them. Have a great time watching the series. Since I'm holed up with my bum toe, I have 3 foreign films on my must-see list. Can't wait to hit the sofa!