Fluoxetine withdrawal makes me realise with clarity I can't do this

[Notmefornow1]

Basically the title.

I've been on fluoxetine (Prozac) since the birth of my second kid ten years ago.

I've tried 3 times to come off it - this is the third. Basically my husband is a dick, he's really unkind to me, actively so, does virtually nothing with the kids and nothing in the house. He is a high earner. I work part time. I spend my whole time at home running around after everyone emotionally and practically. His time at home is faffing on his phone and watching sport. If I try to raise it as an issue - and I haven't really because I'm scared of him - he attacks me.

I'm drinking too much but have done so for the last few years to hide from how awful it is.

Help. I'm worried if I try to contact therapy (which he has expressed willing for in the past) they won't help as he has been sexually abusive towards me.

I'm so sorry to hear how things are for you. Antidepressant discontinuation effects can be really grim, but it sounds like you are dealing with a huge amount.

Therapists will always work with you as an individual if you've experienced sexual violence, but some couple therapists may not see you together. Do you really want couple therapy with this man though?

Can you speak to Women's Aid for some support and help with planning to leave? Do you have other support IRL?

Sending hugs and solidarity. You can do this and life will be so much better in the future when you've got through this very tough time and got rid of him

If the reason you are in prozac is situational, unless the situation has changed, why are you coming off them?

I waited until post separation before stopping my meds. It's easier to do one thing at a time. Then when things have settled, try again.

When I was no longer married to my awful ex, I didn't need meds anyway. He was the reason I was on meds throughout my marriage.