Posted by Interject79 on December 30, 2003, at 23:15:04
In reply to Wicked Witch of the West, posted by Linny on December 30, 2003, at 18:23:32
SSRIs can do that to some people. I've noticed it with myself and with several other people who I know take an SSRI...very unpleasant. On the brighter side, it usually goes away when the med is (safely) discontinued.
A bipolar-spectrum disorder would be something to consider, since they can be aggravated by SSRIs. Mood stabilisers can help with this. That said, some physicians might not recognize increased irritability as a normal side effect of the SSRI and mistakenly dx bipolar.
Non-prescription remedies for irritability have been best for me. Kava works really well, as does a product called Relora. I suspect if depression is still a major issue related mostly to biochemistry, a switch to one of the newer MAOIs could be helpful.
If she's ultra-defensive, it might help to have some 'proof', like postings from here or info. from other websites, journals, etc. I'm sure approach will be key. I know nothing about divorce, but I'd hope Lexapro wouldn't be responsible for such a painful experience.
Best wishes,
interject
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