Can't take this anymore

iVillage Member
Registered: 02-25-2002
Can't take this anymore
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Mon, 04-24-2006 - 12:10pm

Hey everyone:

I have been struggling on and off wtih anxiety for almost 7 years now. Anxiety, panic attacks, etc. Lately it has gotten worse than ever. I am having trouble sleeping, I can go through an entire day feeling anxiety, having trouble breathing, headachey, worries that I am going to die, etc. Today is one of those days, and I am at work so it's really not good to be feeling this way. I have a prescription for Zoloft but I am scared to start it because I keep reading about side effects - most troublesome being headaches, anxiety and shakeiness - which is what I feel anyway so why even try it? I don't know what to do or what to try - I am seeing a therapist and although it makes me feel better when I go there, it's not helping much yet in my day to day. Any input or support? Thanks.

iVillage Member
Registered: 03-11-2004
Mon, 04-24-2006 - 3:32pm

Hello! It's nice to have you here. I am sorry you are having such a rough time. All of us can relate to your experiences. You are NOT alone.


Zoloft is a good med for both anxiety & depression. It, like all antidepressants can cause increased anxiety for a few days. But that generally slows down as our body becomes accustomed to it. I have a great fear of starting a new med.

 

 


 



iVillage Member
Registered: 02-25-2002
Mon, 04-24-2006 - 7:43pm

Thank you for your words of support. I would love to come to the chats. I went to the one during the day once. Are they still happening? I filled the prescription for the zoloft and I think I am going to start for two weeks with half a pill and then work up to the whole thing. I figure it will ease me into it. I am seeing a therapist. Just started with a new one and so far I like her a lot.

iVillage Member
Registered: 03-11-2004
Mon, 04-24-2006 - 8:41pm
Good for you! I wish you luck. Watch for the chat to be posted tomorrow morning. We meet on Tues. & Thurs. evenings from 9 to 11pm Eastern time. There's no pressure to talk but we try to give new folks the opportunity to take the floor. See ya there:) (((hugs))) jan




 

 


 



iVillage Member
Registered: 04-07-2003
Mon, 04-24-2006 - 10:27pm
Talula WELCOME!!! I felt the same worry about trying meds
as you do! My daughter said to me if you dont' like them you
can just stop taking them--- kind of made sense to me! ALso I
was housebound my anxiety was so bad!! Figured I had nothing to lose!
Give it a try--- you will feel better. I am so glad I finally got
the nerve to take my medication I FEEL SO MUCH BETTER!!! GOOD LUCK
and let us know how you are doing!! Judy
iVillage Member
Registered: 03-22-2003
Mon, 04-24-2006 - 10:47pm

Hi!

Sheri Ann

iVillage Member
Registered: 02-25-2002
Tue, 04-25-2006 - 2:08pm

Thank you all so much - you are so great. I think I am going to start taking the Zoloft and see how it goes. I am nervous b/c I currently work two jobs and have a 45 minute commute - so the idea of nasty side effects could really get in my way. I can't afford to be sleepy, dizzy or headache-y. I will do my best to come to the chat. Thanks!