Posted by Leighwit on April 17, 2000, at 13:21:34
In reply to Re: Laurie, posted by AndrewB on April 17, 2000, at 12:20:23
Thanks, Andrew. I hadn't heard the word before, but I suffer from anhedonia as a significant aspect of depression. Wellbutrin is the only drug I've taken which treats that particular symptom to some extent. Perhaps, however, I'm confusing productivity with an ability to experience pleasure. I can function when I take Wellbutrin. I do things. But I don't think pleasure is really something I experience any more. Hadn't really thought about it.
The Celexa that I take at night as of a few weeks ago merely takes the edge off the Wellbutrin (i.e, I feel less agitated.) It doesn't elevate my mood, nor do any of the other SSRIs.
On the other hand, I guess I'm feeling some pleasure in that I have some energy and can think clearly, which is a huge relief, for which I am grateful.
Listening to the discussions about Adrafinil and Provigil bringing about some euphoria makes me want for more.
It's a thin line to cross: feeling "functional" and wanting the security that comes from that — or taking a jump in the hopes of feeling even better.
A dilemma that affects us all nearly every day I suppose....
Laurie (Leighwit)
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