i asked a simple question to someone because i was called in to help them at work and she answered it fine to me but then someone else on that same team must have taken offense to me asking about a work related question but she couldn't heard the question clearly because she was in the next room it sounded to me that she was attacking me i got so upset when i walked away to get some air i broke down and i was soo confused i never felt that way and i still can't shake it 4 days later. i tried to sleep and i wake up crying or when i eat i throw up. it felt like that whole team of 3 was against me. i'm soo confused and my whole body hurts it feels like i can't get my thoughts straight. the only think i could say that day was 'i don't know' 'i don't know' as i tried to hold back tears. am i in a downward spiral and i just didn't hit the bottom yet or did i?
2007-10-28 09:25:01 · 6 answers · asked by Jenn 2 in Health ➔ Mental Health
As an RN, I have seen this problem before. Frequently anti-depressants, depending on what type and dose they are on can take up to 90 days to start working. This is mostly the older MAO inhibitors. Many of the newer medications such as SSRI (Selective Serotonin Uptake Inhibitors, such as Lexapro act much quicker, sometimes in as little as two weeks.)
Don't give up. Things will get better! If it has been two weeks or longer, you might want to get back with your doctor as you may need to change drugs or dosages.
It is not that uncommon for the first drugs you take to not be effective.
IT will get better!
2007-10-28 09:55:10 · answer #1 · answered by Clara Nett 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Jenn? You're not being very good to yourself, girl.
First: Contact your prescribing physician, asap! Tell him or her that you may need a medication adjustment. Describe your signs and symptoms and make an appointment for the next available office opening.
Second: Clarify what did or didn't occur at your place of employment. Don't jump to conclusions, that's not going to help you, anyone else in the office, or those your office staff serve.
Jenn, life can be difficult enough. Don't make it more difficult.
2007-10-28 09:58:57 · answer #2 · answered by Wendy G 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I used to be just like you. You need to see a therapist, and talk about things that bother you. They can help you. Sometimes you need meds and therapy. Good luck.
2007-10-28 10:05:54 · answer #3 · answered by mickey 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i used to have depression and so i got a bunch of lab work done and found out i was low in potassium. now i take potassium pills daily and i dont have a depression problem anymore.
2007-10-28 09:35:16 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
if all you are doing to treat your anxiety/depression is taking pills, you aren't going to get better. You need therapy too.
2007-10-28 09:29:30 · answer #5 · answered by essentiallysolo 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
go and speak to your doctor. i hope you get it sorted out.
2007-10-28 09:42:28 · answer #6 · answered by summer 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋