Question:
So for the last 9 months I have been suffering from anxiety attacks and depression. With my doctor we have been working with different medications (third one now) and am currently on Zoloft 50mg now for about 3 to 4 months. After feeling better while on it and thinking to myself that things are getting better last night I went out with my good friends to the movies and to the bar. For the 4 hours we were out together I could not relax or calm myself down to enjoy myself because was worried about seeing certin people. I mean i saw people i knew but it wasnt a big deal but others i was sooo worried about seeing and they are/were my friends (highschool) been out for about 6 months now. It wasnt that i was embarrassed to be seen with the people i was with or what we were doing. But i dont know why it would trigger panic/ anxiety attacks? Any advice? Also does this mean that the medication isnt working ? Whats your advice/ solution. No rude anwsers though please just help.Thanks in advance
Answers:
I have dealt with depression for almost 4 yrs. It took 2.5 yrs to find the right combo of drugs. I would suggest since your regular doc has tried a few options it is probably time to get assistance from a psychiatrist. They are specially trained in antidepressants and are usually better at prescribing the right mix. Unfortunately mental health is a young science and diagnosis and treatment is less exact than other illnesses. Also sounds like you might have some anxiety issues. Have you considered trying therapy. It was the saving grace for me.
50 mg of Zoloft is very minimal and few people respond completely at that dose. Most need 100-150mg to achieve remission of their symptoms. If there is a specific trigger to your anxiety as you describe, therapy would likely serve you better. A therapist can help you explore the anxiety-provoking thoughts associated with seeing particular people and help you to develop an internal coping monolog for such situations.
Good luck!
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