Posted by johnnyj on September 28, 2006, at 22:28:10
In reply to Withdrawal from long term antidepressants, posted by Philip N. on September 27, 2006, at 17:26:02
If you were diagnosed correctly years ago and now, and meds helped you to the point where you felt "normal" maybe they will help again.
Believe me, I am only on lunesta, a sleep aid right now, and if I had a med that worked for me in the past I would take it. The problems is remeron really messed with my mind and body so I am reluctant to try anything else.
The DECISION should be between you and your doctor. I know this board offers advice, as I am now, but the ultimate decision is up to you. I understand because I want to be totally med free and just be myself again. If you are not able to make the decision based on your mental health maybe you need to listen to what qualified people are telling you. I give this advice knowing I don't follow it myself at all times so take it with a grain of salt. Suffering is not inevitable.
BTW I am 4 months off remeron and 1 week off of lithium. It has taken me about 1.5 years of weaning to get to this point. I am not sure where I am headed but I don't want to ruin my life by refusing to take something that may help me. The problem is we don't know if it will help us until we try. Do what you think is right for you. take care and let us know what you decide.
Best regards
johnnyj
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