Posted by 2gethappy on June 7, 2004, at 13:26:52
I'm new to this group and would love to chat with others struggling with anxiety and depression issues.
Background on me...I'm 29 and have struggled with anxiety on and off as long as I can remember. I can remember staying up all night over a math quiz in third grade! I can remember making myself literally sick with worry in grade school. But, still, I had a pretty normal and happy childhood, even with the anxiety. But, my Senior year of high school, I began suffering panic attacks. I pretty much had an anxiety meltdown and was having constant panic attacks! I went on a tricylic anti-d and xanax for a year, then after one year of great success, I weaned off them. I've only had an occasional panic attack since then, over 10 years ago (thank goodness!). But, I still suffer with GAD and most recently it has brought on some mild depression. I have two beautiful small children, a great home, a great life and the fact that I was still ridden with worry was starting to bring me down.
So...I asked my GP for help. He put me on Lexapro 11 days ago. First 9 days I did 5 mg, had tons of side effect first 8 days, but day 9 was awesome, didn't feel like I was on anything, so Last two mornings, days 10 and 11 I've taken 10 mg...so far so good. Only some mild occasional nausea and sometimes a mild late afternoon headache. I feel really good! It is amazing! Anxiety is easing and really no depression at all! I know it may be too early to tell though.
I'm so paranoid I'm going to gain weight after reading here, though. So, I'm trying to eat less (which is easier now that I'm not so anxious).
Anyway, I'd love to hear from other Lex users!
K
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