I’m on it, have been for a while with varying dosages, as boomska said, more pros than cons. Been through my unfair share of reasons to be on SSRIs and sertraline has been really good to me. Life hasn’t, but the sertraline has helped a lot. Hugs to you stranger x
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I've got a seasonal virus or something at the minute and it seems to be affecting me mentally more than physically. I feel really down. I can't pull myself round, I had to cancel today's plans and feel like I'll never get the chance to do them. I feel like I've put pressure on myself and the year hasn't started how I wanted and I'm so disappointed. I know I can take time to rest and recover but Im not good at doing nothing.
Hi Tattlers. I've never posted in this thread before, but I have a long history of depression. I'm now in my early 30s and I've had it off and on since puberty.
The past 2 years have been absolutely awful... I lost a job because of bullying from colleagues, which made me have such bad panic attacks that I've become a hermit. My dad died of cancer. My addict mother has been a nightmare. I was sexually assaulted by a "friend" and took him to court, which took almost a year... then at the last moment the case was thrown out before we got to court! Not because he was not guilty, but because the Crown Prosecution Service said it wasn't worth their money, basically. I was in a minor car accident. It was only minor, but I guess it's made me get scared really easily. This summer I started dating a long time friend of mine, and I thought this was happily ever after. But it turned out that behind closed doors he was really emotionally abusive. Now I have lost all hope.
I am on a strong dose of mood stabilisers and anxiety meds, which work better than anything else I've tried. But the past month or so I have been randomly bursting into tears all the time.
I should write something more constructive, but I can't think clearly right now. Sorry. Hi everybody.
The past 2 years have been absolutely awful... I lost a job because of bullying from colleagues, which made me have such bad panic attacks that I've become a hermit. My dad died of cancer. My addict mother has been a nightmare. I was sexually assaulted by a "friend" and took him to court, which took almost a year... then at the last moment the case was thrown out before we got to court! Not because he was not guilty, but because the Crown Prosecution Service said it wasn't worth their money, basically. I was in a minor car accident. It was only minor, but I guess it's made me get scared really easily. This summer I started dating a long time friend of mine, and I thought this was happily ever after. But it turned out that behind closed doors he was really emotionally abusive. Now I have lost all hope.
I am on a strong dose of mood stabilisers and anxiety meds, which work better than anything else I've tried. But the past month or so I have been randomly bursting into tears all the time.
I should write something more constructive, but I can't think clearly right now. Sorry. Hi everybody.
@InkHeart I'm sorry you are feeling so low and bleak about everything. I'm sending you a virtual hug because it's all I can do, but please know that this will pass in time. Look after yourself as best you can for now.
It appears to have been hormonal . No wonder I felt so bad.
I can relate to a lot of what you're going through. Please hang on in there, you are stronger than you think.
I echo everyone saying about needing their mum and dad. My mum died this year after two years of battling terminal cancer and I’m 36 and need her to support me more than ever. It never goes away. I’m also exhausted from it all. I hope everyone’s ok 
First time on this thread but the Christmas period has been difficult for me too. The fact that everyone is talking and sharing shows we are going to be ok as we are acknowledging that we are fighters 🫶
First time on this thread but the Christmas period has been difficult for me too. The fact that everyone is talking and sharing shows we are going to be ok as we are acknowledging that we are fighters 🫶
Having a bad day, crying a lot. My husband is still very ill and there is a long road to recovery ahead of him. Usually I find it easy to be positive but today I am just worn out. I just miss him.
How is everyone doing?
Thank you for asking.
Mostly doing ok, apart from a slight set back this week. I'm having to go back to the drawing board. But I am feeling better, I'm trying to be optimistic.
Going back to the drawing board after a setback and not letting it push you off course is one of the hardest things to learn, especially if you are dealing with low mood as well. Well done
Thank you for that.Going back to the drawing board after a setback and not letting it push you off course is one of the hardest things to learn, especially if you are dealing with low mood as well. Well done
OK, my husband has been in hospital since Christmas. He's got along way to go but is stable for now and is ready to leave ICU. It's funny how things like this that were never on your radar suddenly become hugely significant. I am going back to work next week and looking forward to some normality. Its still not easy but I am a strong person and I know I will be ok.
much better now christmas stress is over, thank you!
I’m sorry to hear that Eureka, I’m not sure what is wrong with your husband but I hope his symptoms can improve and he continues to get better. Getting ready to leave the ICU is a big achievement!
You are strong, you will be ok, you’ve got this! *hugs*
I’m glad the Christmas stress is over with for you! It’s funny that a time of year that is meant to be all about family, love, coming together, celebrating the birth of a saviour (if you’re that way inclined) can be so damn exhausting and emotional!much better now christmas stress is over, thank you!
I haven't posted in a while. I got a lot worse before Christmas but doctors increased my meds dosage and it has helped a lot. I think having a bit of time off over Christmas helped too. I've also started some CBT counselling so hopefully that will make a difference. Things are still hard and I still have a lot going on in my head but feel a bit better atm
Sometime this year I am going to a new clinic that might help me finally get to the bottom of why I’ve been in ill health for 20 years.
I wrote out all my symptoms even if they aren’t related and it was so depressing to see how many there were. Made me feel broken and damaged.
I’ve been told for 20 years it’s all psychological or it’s M.E and I don’t want them to suggest therapy again. I’ve had enough speaking therapy.
I wrote out all my symptoms even if they aren’t related and it was so depressing to see how many there were. Made me feel broken and damaged.
I’ve been told for 20 years it’s all psychological or it’s M.E and I don’t want them to suggest therapy again. I’ve had enough speaking therapy.
have they looked into fibromyalgia? obviously i don’t know what your symptoms are so could be way off base but i only suggest it as my dad’s girlfriend has it and was fobbed off for years about it. i hope you find some answers soon!