I am thinking of giving MEDS a try for my Depression. Some say they zomby you out. I will do them for 1 year . I just dont want the drug to Null me out. I am having real problems geting my work done. I work for myself in the Home Improvement Bus. I get into a state of mind where I dont want to go to work. I do great work but my customers tell me YOU DID A GREAT JOB BUT I WILL NEVER USE YOU ANY MORE!!!!!! In a job I will start off hard and fast but as the days go on I start to slack off going in late Leaving early Missing days etc. until the customer starts getting Mad with me. I killed my business!!!!!!! Help!!!!!!
2006-12-03 03:34:00 · 7 answers · asked by c t 1 in Health ➔ Mental Health
Different meds affect people in different ways and it can take a couple of weeks to get the full effect of an anti-depressant medication. Some meds can turn people into "zombies" and if you get that way, you need to tell your doc that you need something else. There are plenty of newer medications out there that can make you feel great without zombie-effects. It can just take time to find the med that works for you, since you need to give each med at least a month to work in your body.
2006-12-03 03:55:10 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Talk to your doctor. See a therapist. The mix of the two will help you understand what it is precisely that you're trying to work out. There are a litany of psych conditions. Most is very treatable, but the meds may vary depend on what you're trying to treat. You are describing depression here. If you're comfortable that's what you're working with depression, let's get to your question. There are 2 common kinds of depression treatments:
Tricyclic Antidepressants (TCAs): This in includes Wellbutrin and Paxil many others. Its a well studied class with a low incidence of sexual side effects.
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI): This includes several including Celexa which is now generic, and Lexapro, which is a newer better version with fewer side effects.
Your doctor will be able to help you by talking about the best agents. There are lots of choices. Its unlikely it'll make you feel like a zombie. Most people don't. If you do, something is wrong and you should call your doc. What you'll notice in a practical sense is a relief from the dispair and gloom that have probably been with you for a while. They make an enormous difference in your life, and in the relationships you maintain with the people around you: Friends, family, customers.
My recommendation is that you should talk to your doc and begin this process to start feeling better. But just keep in mind the meds are the beginning or treatment, not the end. Therapy is very important. Consider that this medicine will give you a reprieve from the depression- that chemical overreaction that depresses you. While you have the respite, learn how to talk about what makes you dispair. Therapy is ESSENTIAL.
Oh, and cardiovascular exercise is very important. There are a number of studies that suggest that vigorous regular exercise actually does as much to reduce depression as the meds. I linked to one such study.
Your life can change. Mine did. Good luck.
2006-12-03 12:10:18 · answer #2 · answered by Scott 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
All meds will remove some memory and help to dull your abilities to think fast. So what . You need the time off . As an outcast life is difficult . After a rest you will be able to see the games people play. Spend time with your kind of people. The outsiders are good people but the winner players will always win . Compete and work where you can be happy. Depression is only made from expectations made wrong.
2006-12-03 13:04:16 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, they don't take away your personality. I don't think I completely understand your question, but basicly here's what I think:
You have a personality, but being depressed is tuning it down. If you are normal again (not depressed) then your personality should start to come back, right? Plus, it can't hurt to try them, especially if therapy or another treatment hasn't worked for you. I know it's overrated but life really is too short to be depressed. If you're down you're missing out and the only way to catch up on what you've missed is to live life 100 times fuller.
Good luck, I hope you find some form of treatment that works for you.
2006-12-03 13:28:28 · answer #4 · answered by starr_wix_wickens_aka.starreyes 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Dont listen to the bad things people tell you about antidepressants. It's true that you dont need to take such a high dosage, or they may zombie you out. In my case they have practically saved my life. They made me happy again. I dont know what I'd do without them. I did have to try a few different ones before I found one that was right for me, but I am soooo glad I did. I have suffered with this for many years before seeking help. It was the best thing I ever did for myself. Good Luck to you.
2006-12-03 11:50:35 · answer #5 · answered by I know, I know!!!! 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It can't hurt to try, If you dont like em can you quit? Have you tried running for about 30 minutes a day, will give you more energy, dont know if you do that sort of thing, anyways best of luck, I really know nothing about meds, so i prob shouldn't have answered this question, My wife was on them, i think they helped her, if anything if you want to try somthing i think you should cause then you dont have to set there and say man I should try that, that thoght wont be there anymore,
2006-12-03 11:45:02 · answer #6 · answered by SHADOW 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hi there.
medicine can make you a bit numb, but it can not take away your personality. on the other hand it can improve your life, in many aspects. the illness is largely because your brain lacks some of its natural chemicals, the medicine gives the brain the natural chemicals it needs.
also try to exercise regularly' it will help your depression.
good luck.
2006-12-03 11:55:00 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋