Hi,
I've been suffering with PMDD for most of my adult life (over 30 years). I've felt isolated from society and existed on the fringes of life for as long as I can remember. Over the years I've tried every natural therapy under the sun. 4 Months ago I did what felt like caving under the pressure that my marriage, work & other relationships were collapsing under the strain. Sertraline has been a game changer! After more than 20 years of feeling like I'm just getting through the day I finally feel like I'm myself and that I'm living. I feel calm, capable and, strangely anxiety free. It hasn't eradicated the negative thoughts and feelings entirely but they feel quieter and further away . I'm still careful what I eat and drink and I still walk 4 miles a day even if I'm really busy. The mild side effects lasted about 2 weeks but then disappeared completely , Please don't feel like failure if you need to take antidepressants - They improve and potentially save lives.......