Can't take antidepressants, what are some natural supplements or things I can do for severe anxiety?

[Anonymous]

Some naturopaths suggest the supplement L-Theanine for anxiety. Can’t vouch for how well it works though.

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Anonymous wrote:I feel like your doctor should answer this question if they know u have a reaction to certain drugs already?

I have seen multiple doctors. I have a major reaction to dry mouth and it is caused a major dental issue despite meticulous care and checkups so I cannot take SSRI/Wellbutrin/Prozac etc because my body cannot handle this side effect. I need something I can take that isn't a Rx because that is a major side effect of almost all.

I've gotten decent results from Vistaril/Hydroxyzine, which isn't an SSRI or antidepressant. But it is a prescription med.

Vistaril can cause dry mouth too (not OP).

[Anonymous]

I’m just going to throw out there that dry mouth isn’t necessarily a long lasting side effect. I’m on Lexapro and had a dry dry mouth for about 10 days after I started taking it, then was back to normal.

[Anonymous]

Magnesium!

[Anonymous]

Meditation

I have severe anxiety, was having panic attacks, yelling at the kids, escaping into alcohol. Transcendental meditation managed my anxiety, improved everything, including my family. It is worth it.

[Anonymous]

Talk to a good psychiatrist

[Anonymous]

St John's wort is doing wonders for me. I am surprised not to hear more people talk about it.

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Anonymous wrote:Meditation

I have severe anxiety, was having panic attacks, yelling at the kids, escaping into alcohol. Transcendental meditation managed my anxiety, improved everything, including my family. It is worth it.

How does one get started with transcendental meditation? Did you join a group or do you follow videos?

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Anonymous wrote:Meditation

I have severe anxiety, was having panic attacks, yelling at the kids, escaping into alcohol. Transcendental meditation managed my anxiety, improved everything, including my family. It is worth it.

How does one get started with transcendental meditation? Did you join a group or do you follow videos?

I did a zoom class, the first session was in person, but I think they're all in person now. They might still have a zoom option.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Magnesium!

What does the magnesium do?

[Anonymous]

Bach remedies such as Rescue Remedy. Available on Bach’s website and Amazon.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Meditation

I have severe anxiety, was having panic attacks, yelling at the kids, escaping into alcohol. Transcendental meditation managed my anxiety, improved everything, including my family. It is worth it.

How does one get started with transcendental meditation? Did you join a group or do you follow videos?

FYI not free or cheap but good results.

[Anonymous]

I don't have a problem taking antidepressants but none have worked for me. I have severe anxiety as well which causes me to be depressed. I am looking into TMS (transcranial magnetic stimulation). It's so hard, I sympathize.

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Anonymous wrote:CBD
CBD
Delta 8
OTC sleep aids

+magnesium, theanine, and a B/folate combo in the afternoon.

I felt very chill on delta 8. My husband had a literal panic attack. HR 109 average for 3 hours. Just be careful - it can have the opposite effect.

[Anonymous]

Buspar- it's not natural, but not SSRI, so none of those kind of side effects.

Or, for general calming, if you really want to go natural route, try Doterra Copaiba capsules, or try CBD which is similar. I love sipping on Yogi Kava tea with little cream and cinnamon, but I worry about liver side effects. Or Equal Exchange Chamomile tea is delicious. Or try Hops vitamins.

If you are feeling super anxious, you can do Herb Pharm Passionflower extract. It's super potent, so ignore directions that say a whole vial is ok. Start with 10 drops, wait and see. Can also try Traditional Medicinal Lemon Balm tea, but might make you drowsey.