Hi, i have just found this site and thought id join. I have had anxiety/panic for years and it has also triggered depression.

I really hate it, it has ruined my life. Dr has prescribed fluoxetine, and im into my 7th week of taking them. Last week i had a melt down because i just could not cope with it and had to walk out of my job, mainly because it was just too dangerous for me to stay there with the way i was feeling (working with horses). i loved the job but the boss told me it was in my best interests for my safety i did not return to work. so sad atm.

[ellabella]

Hi Linny, welcome to the site. I'm so sorry about your illness and the way things are going for you. Have you been back to your GP? I think he would want to see you as the tablets should be working a bit better now. You are in the right place and we are glad to have you. xxxxxxx

[donaf]

Hello linny, I'm on the same tablets and have been for five mths now. I've felt worst before I started feeling better on them. Things will get better for u but it does take time. I hope u start feeling better soon xxx

[bhughes]

Hi, I had the same problem with taking Prozac anxiety worsened. I am going back to my doctor today as I have started to drink wine nightly to relax.

[Hidden]

Hi. linny. Depression does not necessarily follow anxiety, but often does. You can regard it as depletion rather than depression because that is what it is. Your batteries have run down and need re-charging. You need time and rest to do this. Can you go back to your job when you feel a little better? I ask this because working with horses or other animals can be a real antidote to depression. If you can get back even if you feel down it may be a good idea to do so. Contemplation is not helpful in depression. Sitting around thinking is not helpful either, that is why one should try and keep occupied in however a small way. Occupation is a good remedy for anxiety and depression, but it is not always possible. Leaving work seems like the last straw, doesn't it? It does depend on how you feel in regard to occupation. If your tabs are not working after 7 weeks then you may need a different sort. See your GP and ask. (If you have not already done so). Depression can be a nightmare but you WILL come out of it. Depression always lifts eventually although how quickly is up to you. Try And look after yourself. Eat properly, or as much as you can because depression is a bio-chemical disorder and you need nourishment to counter it.

My dear, we all know how you feel so come back again and again if you want to. WE are behind you. Love and blessings. jonathan.

[Hidden]

Thank you for all of you replies.

Ellabella, i went back to see my Dr last week, the day after i left my job, and she told me i have not been on my meds long enough for them to be working as yet and to keep taking them, only time will tell i suppose.

Jonathan, i went back to the stables yesterday and spoke to my boss and he told me its in my best interests if i didnt go back to work there for my own safety, as he didnt want to see me getting hurt by any of the horses because of my anxiety/nerves/panic attacks.

I just feel like a complete failure, i know i can do the job but my anxiety got the better of me and i just couldnt cope.

I probably do need to recharge my batteries and eat properly because ive lost a lot of weight lately because of the way i feel. There is no underlining problems because i have had blood tests and they came back normal, its just the way i am. Im at cbt every week which i think might work, early days yet as its only my 3rd week.

Hopefully i will start feeling positive and start enjoying life soon xx

[Hidden in reply to Hidden]

Yes linny. Now keep that last thought in the front of your mind. Your boss may be right, but he probably has his own interests in mind. In case you got hurt etc. Very understandable but not helpful. This is an illness, like any other and it can be cured like any other. But, like all illnesses, it takes time. Good luck and please keep in touch. jonathan.

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I will try to :/ thanks x