Whats wrong with me?

[kirstymarie96]

I really seem to be struggling at the moment, i have upped my medication to 150mg sertraline but it seems to have made me worse not better, ive put on nearly a stone in weight since beginning of june from over eating or eating the wrong things, i am constantly shaking and i often have stomach pains in the morning... i dont know what to do

[WreckItMeg25]

Girl I can relate. This pandemic has our lives upside down. I think something's acknowledging things can be a great first step. You mentioned you've gained weight -(you are def not alone there, many of us have unfortunately from being home and less active) you recognize this. Clean our your fridge and cabinets and make a more conscience effort. Take a little walk each day or sit in the sun.

You are not alone. <3

[kirstymarie96 in reply to WreckItMeg25]

Im up for sorting out my cupboards i just feel like i cant be bothered to do anything, ive felt like this once before and made myself really ill i dont want it to happen again hence trying to stop before it gets there.

[WreckItMeg25 in reply to kirstymarie96]

Im sort of feeling that way as well. I see what I need to do in my home, but "I can do it tomorrow". Recall truly how sick you felt before - you don't want that again. Go ahead and push yourself. You got this. Small steps are the hardest - just walk to that kitchen, get that trashbag and fill it up. Think of all the crap you arent going to stick in your body that will make you feel sicker.

That's how I "force" myself sometimes. I also drink zero caffeine because it affects my anxiety so having a cup of coffee before having to do something once and a while helps too lol

[hypercat54]

How long ago did you up your dose?

[kirstymarie96 in reply to hypercat54]

Was about a month and a half ago

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All medications have their own lovely list of potiental side effects. Have you spoken with your doctor about this? I'm having issues with a medication I'm on, and so my doctor and I are trying to figure out what to do. I need this medication, but at the same time am having a hard time dealing with it's effects. Juggling meds. can be so frustrating to say the least!

[susanjo613]

I get it too. I have definitely gained weight through the course of the pandemic. I’ve been trying to walk everyday for at least 30 minutes. I have to push myself hard to do it. In fact just about everything I do needs a big push but i typically feel better after I’ve accomplished something. You can too. Start small.