2006-09-06 10:54:33 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Mental Health
Zoloft can treat many things, including Depression and anxiety. http://www.zoloft.com/zoloft/zoloft.portal?_nfpb=true&_pageLabel=default_home
I am not sure if you should be concerned or not, that is up to you. Many people are on these types of medications for various mental health issues. Some mental health issues will clear up, and some are chronic and persistant. If you are unsure you should talk to him about it. I can tell you from working in the mental health field, that mental health issues affect A LOT of people, and just because someone has a mental illness, they are not necessarly dangerous. Infact most people with mental health issues are very loving and devoted people, they just have to face the stigma of having a mental health issue. What are your concenrs with your b/f being on Zoloft?
2006-09-06 11:00:57 · answer #1 · answered by Josie 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
The fact that your boyfriend is taking zoloft is noting to be worried about. While an SSRI (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor) used mostly to treat depression, it can also be used for a variety of other reasons. There should be little concern here, but in it's place there might be a place for compassion, understanding, and support. If he is taking Zoloft, there is a reason that his doctor or psychiatrist prescribed it for him. This reason is likely not reason for concern.
2006-09-06 12:34:29 · answer #2 · answered by Police 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all, talk to him. I took Zoloft for 14 years, for anxiety and depression. It didn't work for me, but it worked for my sister...it does different things for different people.
Neurological chemistry is a very unknown field, and it changes daily.
Don't judge him, it takes a real man to admit he's not happy and seek help. Most just blame others....and say..."I don't have a problem...it must be so and so..."
Is he very creative, artistic, intelligent, outgoing? Or is he anxious and nervous? Could be depression, Anxiety, ADHD, or bipolar disorder...only way to know is ask.
Another thing Bipolar disorder is not a living hell (contrary to what other contributors may believe) I know I have it. I am not a psychopath, I am not dangerous. The ones who pose a danger are those who yo-yo on and off their medications, or don't seek help at all. Wellbutrin has been my saving grace.
Bipolar disorder has more to do with overactive immaginations, abundant creativity and higher IQ's.........Educated people know this...... If you embrace your differences, you become a better person. I did.
Besides...Abe Lincoln, Sir Issac Newton, Einstein, Hans Christian Anderson, and Astronaut Buzz Aldrin...all bipolar...enough said!
here is a recent study on ADHD and bipolar disorder.
http://www.webmd.com/content/article/115/111601.htm
he may just be going through some rough times of adjustment. It is not a life sentence, nor is it something to freak out about...is he kind? has he ever given you and reason not to trust him or to fear him?
Talk to him, I'm sure if he means anything to you and vice versa, things will come out. But don't jump to conclusions or judge him....
that won't resolve anything.
Best Wishes.
2006-09-06 11:20:03 · answer #3 · answered by Tanya N (thesingingbeaner) 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I think that depends, everyone can go through periods of depression and have tough times, and medication just seems to be part of the world we live in now. I think it depends on how severe his depression is and how his coping skills are in general. If he is truly trying to help himself with his depression, taking meds, going for counselling, etc then I would not worry to much about it, if it looks like a longer term problem, I would probably want more information on what kind of effect this will have long term.
2006-09-06 11:00:36 · answer #4 · answered by ginny c 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nowdays, people that have even the mildest depression are put on medications. If his behavior is fine then don't worry about it. You should ask him what he was diagnosed with and/or why he takes the medication. Some people just have a anxiety or social anxiety they need help dealing with. It could be no big deal. I wouldn't worry about it right now. The two of you aren't getting married so their no need to worry about every little detail abou thim.
2006-09-06 11:43:02 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've been on Zoloft for about ten years now. I have multiple sclerosis which physically causes depression. Zoloft has kept that from being such a problem. I don't see anything to worry about.
2006-09-06 10:57:29 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
If you only now found out, that probably means that you didn't notice anything about this person's behavior to suggest that they -needed- medication, which means that the meds are working and there is no reason to be concerned.
2006-09-06 14:38:48 · answer #7 · answered by Red 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO NO NO!!!
Everyone is born with a bit of anxiety. He just has a bit more and the Zoloft is there to control it. It is not a huge disease and it won't affect you. If he wasn't on it---he would be a bit loopy. Don't get your undies in a knot--it is perfectly fine.
2006-09-06 10:58:12 · answer #8 · answered by ☼shine☼ 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It's better that he's getting help than if he weren't. You should be proud of him for dealing with his problems. Plenty of people *should* be on meds and in therapy, but they just go around leading their lives, acting like a ssholes and ruining everything around them. Treatment is better than avoidance! Don't judge somebody harshly for dealing with a medical issue. If he had, say, diabetes, he could live without meds, but it would be stupid and dangerous for him. Same with mental illness. Don't treat mental illness any differently than any other disease.
2006-09-06 11:40:39 · answer #9 · answered by SlowClap 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, Zoloft is prescribed for a number of issues....should not be a problem..
2006-09-06 10:57:55 · answer #10 · answered by missourim43 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋