so far i already have a headache only like 2 hours after taking my first dose which is pretty noticeable for me because i like never get headaches, hoping that’s the only side effect i get

  • sewer_rat_420 [he/him, any]@hexbear.net
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    5 months ago

    Wow that sounds miserable. I’m on 15mg and have been for 5-6 years. Since then I got diagnosed with adhd and am taking concerta, so id like to.ee how I fare without it but idk how well I can handle months of mental instability. Either way I want to get a new psychiatrist that doesn’t judge me for everything.

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      4 months ago

      I probably had it worse than most due to my raging neurodiversity. My brain 💯 does not have enough serotonin /dopamine.

      Even so it could have just been my specific brain chemistry. But it’s worth keeping in mind because there’s a framing of “safe” antidepressants.

      Don’t get me wrong, I needed something at the time. In hindsight, a career change and therapy would have been the better option. I have sensory issues that cause anxiety at the best of times. I was dealing with intense personal trauma and grief. Given my situation and choices, the chemical bandaid did help.

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        4 months ago

        I somewhat resent getting put on lexapro so nonchalantly. Yes it really helped temper some dark thoughts and depressive episodes but didn’t make me happy either