Switching meds again

[Kimmy42]

I suffer from severe anxiety disorder and depression and for 12 years I did well but these last 8 months have been horrible. I’ve been on 6 different meds and it just isn’t helping! I’m Terrified this is the rest of my life. Has anyone else struggled to find right meds? Just need to hear I’m not alone, I feel scared, I feel like I’m losing everything

[Hidden]

Yes, I've had problems dealing with the side effects of medications and currently am off them. I have started a supplement called L- theanine (amino acid) which may be helping.

[courageovercomfort]

I am currently going through a med change and am scared to death. Cymbalta worked great for me for 4 years, until it stopped being effective. It’s been since August I’ve been working w my dr to find a new one. I’m at dr office right now, and need hope that this dark place I’m in won’t last. I cannot trust my thinking. I’ve talked to several people who have said med changing is really hard. We are not alone. 🙌🏼

[lillyofthevalley37]

Maybe you should try to wean yourself off your meds very gradually but it can take time some people are more sensitive than others

It would be better if you aren't on any medication it may have helped you through a temporary difficult time but you should try to manage without them

[Beevee]

learning to accept the symptoms of chronic anxiety (as opposed to trying everything to stop yourself feeling anxious) is the very best form of tranquilliser. The effect is not immediate but long lasting (permanent) bringing peace of mind and body. Look up any book or video on the internet that advocates acceptance as the way to recover naturally from anxiety and depression (no matter how long you have been suffering), pioneered by the late Dr Claire Weekes.

You cannot be free from anxiety and the myriad of symptoms unless you are prepared to feel it all willingly.