Having a rough time

[Freekat]

I have meds but i haven't taken them i cant bring myself to take them. I know i should and that they will help. But my mind likes to think of all the what ifs and worse case scenarios. Idk what to do as it took forever to just get to this point and now im scared to take the meds. I wish this were easier it has to get better.

[Henchgoose]

I understand completely, I'm the same. I don't have any meds yet as I'm scared of side effects and don't want to depend on them. But so many people find their meds so helpful and couldn't be without them! What you have to ask yourself is, does the great benefit of feeling better outweigh the risk that you MIGHT feel worse?

If you got to this point then I am positive you'll get much better. It all takes time, though we all wish a magic pill could instantly heal us. I wish you luck and peace!

[Momwifedaughter in reply to Henchgoose]

It took me forever to adit I needed medication. But it helps and i have my quality of life back

[Agora1]

Hi: Freekat, I can't tell you all the bottles of medicine I was prescribed and yet was too afraid to take. I had a box full of pills that were never touched. And yet, without trying a new med, I continued to see a doctor and asking for help. I finally realized that unless I tried something I would continue to wish that I could get help. The worse case scenarios are just that. Rare instances where a person may get a severe side effect. That can happen with over the counter drugs as well. The pamphlet included is for the protection of the drug companies in order not to be sued. It shouldn't inhibit one to not take a prescribed drug by a physician. After all he knows your health history as well as may feel this will break the cycle of your fear and anxiety. What I use to do, is write down the date and time I took the first pill. If need be let someone else know you just started a new medication. It may be all the security you need to at least get started on getting help. Good Luck!

[Freekat]

I finally took the medicine i just kinda 1.2.3 just did it. Im inducing my own anxiety thinking of the what ifs and everything but i have to just give it a chance so just going to see what happens. Thank you all it helps knowing there is others who can relate