I've been dealing with depression a good portion of my life Various treatments meds etc. This year I started a combination of Paxil and Welbutrin.. They seem to have dealt with the major symptoms. Yet, I have either become increasingly lazy since retirement (2013) or there's something else going on. I've not been motivated to much more than a daily mile walk, maintain my cabin (repairs and housekeeping etc).. and little else. I "feel" fine. I live in a beautiful setting that is the absolute best place I've ever lived. But.... no motivation.... for what used to help occupy my time.... Hmmpf.
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Same with me since COVID started and since staying at home since march of last year until august .
in reply to Hb2003
I COVID mat be a contributing factor . That and 2020 was a complete disaster in general.. Social Isolation was a no biggie for me.. I live in the "boonies' here on the mountain so it's sort of the norm.
Getting my butt out of my comfy chair is a daily struggle. It is the hardest part of my day. Lockdown is taking its toll on a lot of people. I hope this vaccine is the answer. Can't take much more.
Amotivational syndrome is a common side effect of Paroxetine (Paxil)
in reply to LonlyMTnestr
That sounds about right. Lol.. taking a medication to help with depression symptoms, only to have as a side effect, one of the major symptoms of depression.
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