Hello

[Rmeadows]

My name is Becky. I suffer from severe anxiety and depression. I recently started Zoloft, but it is taking forever to work. I am on 200 mgs. I'm hoping to connect with others similar to me because I feel alone so much of the time. I need to know there is hope

[Hidden]

Welcome to the site! Oh you for sure are not alone! You'll find that out quickly here!!! There is a lot of love & support here, including me! I'm on celexa so I can't speak on your meds. I wish you all the best! Here's some joy for you!!! Big hugs!!!

[hunter4ransom]

Hi Becky my name is Eileen. I think we must be twins! I also suffer horrid anxiety (mornings are the WORST) which has led to depression. I’m on week 3 of weaning back onto my 100mg of Zoloft and it feels like it’s taking FOREVER. I successfully weaned myself off of my Zoloft about 7mo ago when life was great. Well, life can throw a lot at you and it did to me. I nose dived worse than I ever have before and now know my body needs Zoloft to function normally. I know everyone is different with their needs, but I was told by my doctor that my body needs Zoloft like a diabetic needs insulin. It clicked and I now know not to wean off again. Because my anxiety has been so bad my doctor also prescribed Klonopin to help with sleep and ease the panic until I’m fully weaned on Zoloft. I’m struggling, but do know that with therapy, medication, and this group I’m slowly healing and feeling hope make more frequent visits.

[Emily_halter]

Hey Becky, I just want you to know you are not alone. I suffer from both anxiety and depression badly too, and I understand why you're scared and how alone you feel. I am on medication as well, Lexapro I believe, and I've had to change my medications and doses a few times to find what works best for me. Just remember that the medication takes time, up to 3 or 4 weeks, before it starts to really work, and you can always try a different one. Depression and anxiety feels so hopeless, and you find yourself wondering how could it ever get better. I promise you it will, and just remember that both anxiety and depression come in waves, it gets better and then you'll have downfalls, but the good times will always come back. Honestly, something that makes me feel a lot better is what my dad tells me. He says that after time you will gradually get stronger and stronger, and soon enough it won't have as much of a hold on you, and this will all be in the past. Just always remember there are millions who suffer from this, and people do get better! I will be fighting with you on this, and we will be fine, I promise -Em

Also, if you ever need to talk, I'm here.

[Jamie2018]

Hi Becky

I have been on Zoloft for years. I've also gone off it a couple times but something triggers me and have to go back on again. I remember looking at the clock anxiously waiting for time to take Zoloft and counting the days iv been on it and how many more days to start feeling better. It does seem to take forever to work when your in such a bad state of mind then wonder if maybe it won't work this time at all. But of course this is the anxiety talking. I just up my dose today from 150mg to 175 mg. Having a hard time lately looking for new job since I got laid off and it's hurting my self confidence. I feel the depression creeping back in. Take care better days will be here soon.

[Lyn842]

Yes, there is hope. There's folks here that understand and will not judge you. We may share what works for us. We may make suggestions in hopes of helping. We are in this together and one day or moment at a time we are dealing. Sometimes good, sometimes not. We're here to listen. You're not alone.

[anxiety_girl1234]

Hi there im new here and used to take zolloft for depression. I felt so alone and didn’t go outside much. staying in one room feeling like crying was all i felt like doing. I am off the meds as of right now, I try to make everyday good but I still have my moments. stay strong you aren’t alone! Virtual hug!