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[quote=Anonymous]OP, what you are describing -- like a tape loop of negative thoughts and outlook?  -- is often best addressed through therapy, to help give you the tools to have a different outlook on life.  Are you getting therapy right now, or have you considered it?

ADs can be difficult. They are very powerful and it often takes awhile to figure out the best drug, dosage, and/or combination of drugs to suit your indivdual needs.  If I were you, I'd go to a therapist/psychiatrist to get evaluated and then figure out if drugs are necessary.   Don't rely on a primary care physician (if that's what you are doing).  They often prescribe the latest greatest thing, and that may work for you.  But it may not.

The overall experience for me:

1)  Took several weeks for an AD to "kick in."
2)  I got all the side effects listed.  But I seem to for any drug, not just ADs.
3)  I didn't feel like I got much help out of the drugs; certainly not worth the side effects I experienced
4)  You can't quit most of them cold turkey -- you will have to be weened.

I went AD free when I decided I wanted to get pregnant.   And focused on natural diet changes and supplements instead.   I'll list what I do, in case you want to try it.  I'm not saying that you shouldn't consider ADs -- they have been lifesavers for millions of people.  I'm only saying that finding what's right for you can be a complex and time consuming undertaking.   I think it's best to start with a therapist/psychiatrist first, who has better specialized knowledge about what you may need.

In any event, here's what I do

1)  No caffeine/alcohol
2)  omega 3 fish oil pills
3)  1,000 IU vitamin D
4)  1,200 mg calcium
5)  limit sugar as much as possible.

Best wishes on finding a solution.  It might take a little elbow grease, but I'm sure you can do it.  [/quote]

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