2006-12-30 18:58:47 · 12 answers · asked by rampington 1 in Health ➔ Mental Health
Ive been trying to find this answer now for 4 years now. I have severe anxiety and im even on disability for it. For me right now ive tried everything...paxil,wellbutrin,celexa,effexor.therapy and so far no luck. Alot of medication has so many side effects. The only thing that has worked for me is a sedative called lorazepam and alcohol. Good luck with this i know it is very difficult and depressing
2006-12-30 21:43:24 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depression is manifested both physically and emotionally. The classic physical signs of depression are headaches, fatigue, digestive problems, hyperactivity, sleeping disorders, loss of concentration, and distorted eating patterns.
Chemicals imbalances in the brain can also be either the cause or effect of depression. Dopamine is the chemical that produces anxiety, stress, nervousness, and aggression. When the level of dopamine is ELEVATED, a person may develop feelings of insecurity, paranoia, and fear. Serotonin is another important chemical in the brain that can affect a person's mental well-being.
A person with LOW serotonin levels displays mood swings, and some sort of compulsion, such as alcoholism, overeating, or being a workaholic, perfectionist, or procrastinator.
Best ways to beat depression is Diet, Exercise, Supplements or Therapy.
Its essential to get the B-complex vitamins, since they work together to balance proper brain functioning.
Fatty acids, such Omega-6, Omega-3.
2006-12-30 21:47:20 · answer #2 · answered by Sabine 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The one that your doctor writes for you, based on your personal and family history, your medical problems, everything else that you are taking (drugs, supplements, herbals, homoeopathic, naturals, OTC's and whatever else I might be missing - illicit drugs included), any allergies you may have and his/her risk/reward calculation for you.
This is why you see a doctor to begin with. And it's why you need to stay in touch with your doctor, so that you can report back about anything that's still bothering you and about anything else that is happening with the addition of any particular drug.
There are no shortcuts here.
2006-12-30 19:08:20 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know that Lexapro helps with Anxiety and Depression.
Best to talk to a counselor and see a phychiatrist - they work together to determine the best medicine for you.
2006-12-30 19:06:59 · answer #4 · answered by Katie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had really good luck with celexa. But every med is different for different people. Sometimes it is trial and error. Your doctor should be able to point you in the right direction.
2006-12-31 04:53:17 · answer #5 · answered by Dark Star 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
drugs affect each person a little differently so the best one is the one that works for you and has little or no bad side effects.
2006-12-30 19:02:30 · answer #6 · answered by katlady 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Klonipin works great for me
2006-12-30 19:14:03 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
lexapro, xanax, prozac....but it really depends. You will need to work with your doctor to try different ones until you find one that works best for you.
2006-12-30 19:27:03 · answer #8 · answered by iloveeeyore 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
my sister uses wellbutrin and thinks its great...I also know someone who takes celexa and gets decent effects with it
2006-12-30 19:34:37 · answer #9 · answered by Olive 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check out this article....
http://cureanxietydisorder.com/Medical_Treatments_for_Panic_Attacks_in_Children.html
Hope it helps..
2006-12-31 02:59:52 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋