Feeling pretty emotionless

[Gym19]

Hi guys

I’ve been on Fluoextine for about 5 weeks now. My GP reassured me this pill only lifts you and doesn’t make you feel numb as I told her I didn’t want something that made me feel that way. I feel so much better which is great but I feel what I could only describe now as numb!!. Lack of interest and enjoyment in life. I’m on holiday with my partner and I’m not having a bad time but I’m not really happy either. Has anyone else experienced this or am I just having one?

Thanks for reading

[gleason9guy]

Happiness is difficult to measure. Don't be in a hurry to make that decision. Give it some time.

[Gym19 in reply to gleason9guy]

I know, it’s just not like me to feel nothing. ☹️

[gleason9guy in reply to Gym19]

A good friend of mine is on this drug, as am I. He describes it as having his emotions in a box. The box is good because it keeps the depression and anxiety from coming out and getting the best of you. Of course, the box also contains the happiness you have in the same way. So it's just a matter of getting used to the confines of the drug. This doesn't mean you will never be happy or sad. Perhaps it's an issue of perspective and balance in your life. Personally, I'm scared as hell of the down side of my emotions and I'm quite satisfied with redefining happiness in staying balanced. I hope this helps and I wish you the very best!

[hypercat54 in reply to gleason9guy]

I am like you. I would like the highs of my emotions but never ever want the lows back again. I am quite happy to be on a more even keel with meds. x

[Gym19 in reply to gleason9guy]

That’s a really helpful way of looking at it, thank you. Unfortunately it’s not the answer I wanted to see but at least I’m not crying every day. Thanks for your reply

[digitalmentalist]

I believe what you are experiencing is what is called anhedonia or the inability to feel pleasure. In your case, it might not be as bad as it with others but that seems to fit. I believe you are taking an SSRI.I have no idea why they switched from tricyclic antidepressants only to SSRI meds. If you do not do well on your meds ask the doctor to try an older medication. I have never done well with the SSRIs They make my thoughts race and make my thoughts obsessive.

[ciley]

they only admit the poss good bits, perhaps some will come !i think i will be driven to something soon ciley i'm worse than ever