Hi
I've decided to give it a go. Been on SSRIs for years and years. And though they have really stabilised my mood brilliantly, the side effects are finally outweighing the benefits. I am two stone overweight and constantly sleepy - snoozing 12-14 hours a day. Can't bear this any longer.
so I'm going to try this programme to very gradually wean off the ADs.
If anyone else is also trying right now, would you be interested in giving it a go?
I'm pretty nervous as have been depressed all my adult life and the only respite I've ever had has been while on citalopram. But also, I've never tried another method, and this one looks well thought through.
Can't wait to be back to my normal weight and energy levels.
Biggest fears are irritability and social paranoia. I'm not exactly Mrs Bucketsoffriends to start off with, so am nervous that depression will make me even more socially inept than I am already. And I'm really scared of getting shouty at the kids again. But really hoping that the steps in the programme will prevent this from happening.
How are others doing?
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Is anyone else trying to come off long term ADs right now? Support thread
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apatchylass · 25/05/2013 22:35
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