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Posted by Edgefield on August 16, 2003, at 17:30:30
Has anyone noticed that they feel more depressed and agitated after taking benzos or is it just me?
Edgefield
Posted by slinky on August 16, 2003, at 18:11:45
In reply to Benzo and depression, posted by Edgefield on August 16, 2003, at 17:30:30
> Has anyone noticed that they feel more depressed and agitated after taking benzos or is it just me?
>
> EdgefieldYes..
The only benzo that doesn't make me so depressed is valium , but then I find i can't sleep after taking it.
Ativan is the worst for making me depressed.
So, no it's not just you :-)
Posted by silmarilone on August 16, 2003, at 19:50:33
In reply to Re: Benzo and depression » Edgefield, posted by slinky on August 16, 2003, at 18:11:45
Nope. Benzo's make me calm and unflappable. I ge t more depressed if I add a significant amount of alcohol, but benzo's alone are wonderful for me. Especially Klonopin. I was on 2mg a day for years, and it worked well for impulsive behaviour (cutting) anxiety, and therefore made me less depressed cause I didnt have that constant anxiety.
Posted by judy1 on August 16, 2003, at 20:58:56
In reply to Benzo and depression, posted by Edgefield on August 16, 2003, at 17:30:30
It really depends- if your main problem is anxiety with depressive tendencies, then benzos work very well. Klonopin can be a little depressing but xanax works well for anxiety and depression. If you are depressed and anxious as a side-effect, then you may need therapy (good in either case) or an AD. best of luck, judy
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