I think I am having a nervous breakdown what are the symptoms I am so unhappy and dont know what to do . I already take a medicine called lexapro but i do not think it is helping my depression at all i cry all day ......
2006-09-27 14:26:01 · 7 answers · asked by lonelytalkingagain 1 in Health ➔ Mental Health
Definitely call your doctor. Some people taking Lexapro can have a reaction where their symptoms get worse, not better.
Your doc needs to know this so he can change, or add something to your medication.
It happened to me with Celexa, the earlier version of Lexapro.
2006-09-27 14:35:36 · answer #1 · answered by charley128 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How long have you been on your medication? Sometimes it can take a month for medication to build up to the correct levels in your bloodstream. Don't give up though! Call your doctor and see if there is something else that you can take (still while taking the other medication) until the other medication is built up in your system. Sometimes you can take herbal supplements that help too, but you have to ask your doctor first so there aren't any complications. I'm in the same boat right now so I know what you are going through. I'm making an appointment tomorrow as well! Hang in there...you aren't alone even if it seems that way. :)
2006-09-27 14:32:23 · answer #2 · answered by kariw 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
"Nervous breakdown" isn't actually a medical term, it's a secular one. People can snap in many different ways. Depression is just one of them. I mean, last time I had a nervous breakdown, I just vanished and took a road trip for a week.
If Lexapro isn't helping, you may actually be taking too low a dose. If you're a teenager, it may have the opposite effect. Definitely check with a doctor to try to tweak your meds until they are what you need.
And read my post here; I especially recommend the book I mentioned.
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=AiFHHesih7LnlrI8Ns622ivsy6IX?qid=20060927021857AAfQXnX
Best of luck.
2006-09-27 16:58:35 · answer #3 · answered by Heather 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like you might have Anxiety and depression. I suffer from Anxiety but have it controlled by taking Zoloft which seems to help for my anxiety and my light case of depression. But i think you should consult with a doctor and talk about what exactly is going on. Best wishes of luck!
2006-09-27 14:38:18 · answer #4 · answered by Elliex 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If at any time you feel that badly, then I urge you to admit yourself into a psychiatric hospital for a thorough evaluation. Or talk to a mental health professional about all your dealing with. I hope my answer helps. Good Luck.
2006-09-27 14:42:31 · answer #5 · answered by Mike M. 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
crying, irrational behaviour, thoughts of suicide, problems controlling your emotions, sweating, nightmares, unable to deal with situations. im going thru one too.
2006-09-27 15:58:20 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call the doctor who prescribed that, and let them know how you feel!!!!
2006-09-27 14:30:06 · answer #7 · answered by Wizdumb 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
asking this question on this forum is a likely sympton!!!
2006-09-27 14:33:38 · answer #8 · answered by John The Commish 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋