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Posted by h on September 17, 2004, at 16:20:27
When I started lex in June (10 grams) it was like a shiny new toy, a new door opening. I loved going to sleep every night for the vivid dreams. I loved lying awake planning outfits instead of being upset. Success followed success. I took driving lessons. (I'd planned to do that anyway but it was easier after starting lex.) I stopped being angry at everyone on the subway. I was able to stop thinking ahead all the time.
Then a couple of things happened. Stupid things. My boss who is a nice guy, but who is afraid for his own job started taking a really insulting attitude with me. I think it was because he was being defensive and it came out mean. Then a friend, who I like, but who has always been rather judgemental seemed to start avoiding me. I don't think she likes our kids to play together because my boy is a little wild, and can be annoying. But he's just a kid and her little girl loves him.
I feel like I have to work too hard at my friendships and its so lonely. I realize now I must have always had some kind of social anxiety issues in addition to my dysthymia and general anxiety. I just didn't see it. It's all so hard, I feel like I'm seeing things a little more clearly and I hate it.
I had cancer three times before I was forty so I probably have less tolerance. I'm like a little kid who thinks somebody owes me the candy store. I love my husband but he sometimes isn't the most understanding guy. A good guy but not understanding.
Do I need more meds? I honestly don't want to take any more. I don't want to go back to talk therapy. Did that for 20 years. I'm just so tired.
I want a friend that doesn't judge me, who just likes me best.
I want a friend for my kid that I don't have to juggle all kinds of craziness to make a playdate with.
I want not to have to have my six month cancer check up tests in two weeks.
Do I need more Lexapro? Would it help? Or is it just my life?
I'm taking fish oil and folic acid to help maximize effect of lex.
Any ideas, thoughts, cyberhugs gratefully accepted.
Posted by mcp on September 17, 2004, at 17:30:40
In reply to lexapro dilemna, rant, i dont know. please help?, posted by h on September 17, 2004, at 16:20:27
I am so sorry you are having a rough time. I know it can be so hard. Nevertheless, there has to come a point where you or I or anyone just doesn't look to a pill to cure our ills. In other words, you need to look to other avenues first. Maybe some good therapy will help you work through this. Maybe you need to take real strong look at your nutrition and exercise. Are you doing everything you can in this regard to nourish you mind and body? Lastly, where are you going for strength to help you through this? Surely, family and friends help. However, the thing that has helped me cope more than anything is Jesus Christ. Turning my life over to him has given me the strength to manuever through life's potholes. Anyways, just a thought. All the best,
http://www.become-a-christian.com/
> When I started lex in June (10 grams) it was like a shiny new toy, a new door opening. I loved going to sleep every night for the vivid dreams. I loved lying awake planning outfits instead of being upset. Success followed success. I took driving lessons. (I'd planned to do that anyway but it was easier after starting lex.) I stopped being angry at everyone on the subway. I was able to stop thinking ahead all the time.
>
> Then a couple of things happened. Stupid things. My boss who is a nice guy, but who is afraid for his own job started taking a really insulting attitude with me. I think it was because he was being defensive and it came out mean. Then a friend, who I like, but who has always been rather judgemental seemed to start avoiding me. I don't think she likes our kids to play together because my boy is a little wild, and can be annoying. But he's just a kid and her little girl loves him.
>
> I feel like I have to work too hard at my friendships and its so lonely. I realize now I must have always had some kind of social anxiety issues in addition to my dysthymia and general anxiety. I just didn't see it. It's all so hard, I feel like I'm seeing things a little more clearly and I hate it.
>
> I had cancer three times before I was forty so I probably have less tolerance. I'm like a little kid who thinks somebody owes me the candy store. I love my husband but he sometimes isn't the most understanding guy. A good guy but not understanding.
>
> Do I need more meds? I honestly don't want to take any more. I don't want to go back to talk therapy. Did that for 20 years. I'm just so tired.
>
> I want a friend that doesn't judge me, who just likes me best.
>
> I want a friend for my kid that I don't have to juggle all kinds of craziness to make a playdate with.
>
> I want not to have to have my six month cancer check up tests in two weeks.
>
> Do I need more Lexapro? Would it help? Or is it just my life?
>
> I'm taking fish oil and folic acid to help maximize effect of lex.
> Any ideas, thoughts, cyberhugs gratefully accepted.
Posted by Dr. Bob on September 18, 2004, at 16:11:47
In reply to Re: lexapro dilemna, rant, i dont know. please help?, posted by mcp on September 17, 2004, at 17:30:40
> the thing that has helped me cope more than anything is Jesus Christ...
Sorry to interrupt, but I'd like to redirect follow-ups that have to do with faith to Psycho-Babble Faith. Here's a link:
http://www.dr-bob.org/babble/faith/20040914/msgs/392361.html
Thanks,
Bob
Posted by Mariposa on September 20, 2004, at 11:46:41
In reply to lexapro dilemna, rant, i dont know. please help?, posted by h on September 17, 2004, at 16:20:27
It is very possible that an increase will help....but you should discuss w/doc.
I started at 5mg, after 16mos., I am up to 30mg and am much better off than I was w/o Lex, suffer PMDD.
Good luck!~~~8|8
Posted by Bill LL on September 20, 2004, at 12:16:05
In reply to lexapro dilemna, rant, i dont know. please help?, posted by h on September 17, 2004, at 16:20:27
h- (that's a pretty name):)
I personally take 30 mg Lexapro per day, along with Strattera. But it's not clear to me that you need a dose increase.
Aside from your son's situation and the problems with your boss and your friend, how do you feel? The one thing that you said that indicates that you might need an increase is that you feel that you have to work too hard at friendships and that you feel lonely.
Is your mood a lot worse now than when you first started Lexapro? If it is, then you probably should try an increase. Maybe ask your doctor about going up to 15 or 20 mg.
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