Hi Dorothy, want to change from setraline to citalopram, if you don't mind sharing did citalopram work for you?

Hi Riley! You’re so welcome :) thank you for taking the time to comment and share your experience. You are definitely not alone in feeling overwhelmed right now. Life is NOT easy!! And it’s been extra hard on most people this last year especially. I love that you talked to your GP and are open to medication! That was one of the hardest steps for me... I really hope this medication works for you after several weeks! If not, there’s gotta be someeeething for you! You’ve got this :) Thanks again for sharing!

Thank you for this comment Sarah! I am in the exact same boat right now. 7 days in and the spaced out/extreme brain fog feeling was the worst yet today which in turn spiked my anxiety after I finally had a decent day yesterday. How did it go for you after the first week?

Hi Sarah, how did things turn out? I’m at the end of week 2 on 10mg, and feel totally disconnected. I’m not giving up, but just tired of feeling nothing, can’t be bothered to get up let alone do anything 😢. Just bored and emotionless. I am finding solace in the fact jacqueline went through that, and started to see big benefits 😊

Im starting with 10mg tomorrow any update of how your experience has been with it?

@@Finn-ql4zy the experience has been great. The yawning has stopped and the tired feeling has left almost completely. I’m going to ask my dr to up my dose

@@dcdc6762 thanks for the update am a bit nervous to start tomorrow so this certainly helps!👍🏻

@@Finn-ql4zy just expect to be a little tired and low mood for the first week. But stick with it and it gets better. It’s totally reversed my crazy emotional mood swings! I’m a believer

Thank you so much for sharing this! I totally resonate with being fed up with my own brain lol

You are so welcome :) I’m glad that this helped!! I totally felt the same way - I thought I was just a worrier. But you should feel SOO proud that you are taking huge steps to manage your anxiety. I bet you are going to be soooo relieved in a few weeks when the meds really kick in. Thank you for sharing your story too btw!

I am sooo glad it was helpful!! I bet starting this that many times was SO HARD! It really is a shame that is has to be such a challenge... especially because people are usually suffering enough before starting the medicine. I think that’s an AMAZING idea to start a coaching/support group. Because it’s incredibly helpful for me to just know that I am not alone with my struggles. And I love getting advice and hearing about other people’s stories. It reminds me how freaking strong we all are. If you end up starting a group, pleaaaase let me know bc I’d love to be part of it!! Best wishes to you! I hope you are doing well ❤️ thank you so much for sharing your perspective.

I realize Im kinda randomly asking but does anybody know a good place to stream newly released series online?

@Corey Christopher I would suggest Flixzone. You can find it by googling :)

@Tate Israel Yea, I've been watching on Flixzone for months myself =)

@Tate Israel thanks, signed up and it seems like they got a lot of movies there :D I appreciate it!

You are so welcome Elisa :) how is your insomnia now? Has it gotten any better? If not, I hope it does for you soon!!! that makes everything so hard!!

Lower the dose. The insomnia means your starting dose is probably too high.

You are not alone. I am on Day 10 now. I wake up 2-4 times every night. Anxiety intensifies. However, I know this med makes it even worse before getting better. I will stand this rough period. Hope we can get well soon.

Wow! Thank you so much for sharing your story! I totally get what you mean by feeling “floaty”! I have days where it’s definitely worse than others. I’m so glad people are more open about Postpartum depression, but we definitely need to be even MORE open about it. It’s scary... I hope you are able to come off your medicine!! I dream of that one day happening! I had to recently increase my dosage, but I’m learning to accept that. Wishing you all the very best!! ❤️

There’s nothing wrong with upping your dose or taking medication 🙂 let’s just be really happy that something was able to help you ☺️

You are so welcome :))

You are SO welcome, Lisa

@@thejackieevans I'm doing alright, thank you for asking! Sadly I feel exactly the same as I did before starting Citalopram, no difference at all (but now I have increased brain fog 😅.) It's been 2 weeks and a half since I started taking it, and 5 days since I started an upped dosage of 20mg. Fingers crossed that it's just taking awhile to kick in. I really want Citalopram to be the one for me, but if it doesn't turn out to be, that's okay. I know there's many other antidepressant options I can try and I won't give up until I find the right one.

@@forest_goblinn how are you feeling so far? Did it get better?

Oh man that's got to be tough! I feel you! How are you doing now? Are you feeling any better? Is there anything in particular that's making you extra anxious? I'm sending you all the good vibes!

@@thejackieevans Thank you for ur reply! I’m doing alright at the moment (touch wood) I’ve just gone to the doctor today to pick up more as I’ve nearly run out. So far so good. I’m not sure on how long I will have to take these and am a little sceptical about the negative effects of taking an anti depressant but in all honesty, because it’s working so far I don’t care 😬. How are you doing? Are u on anything new?

@@thejackieevans I forgot to mention I have also had effects such as increased tiredness from taking it!

@@zonnebloem100 I’m good thank you for asking! i feel much more confident after being on them for 4 months now! I have really seen improvements and have achieved things I didn’t know I could because of my anxiety. I hope you are also well.

@@zonnebloem100 Thank u so much, that means a lot! All the best for u on ur journey! Best of luck

Thats amazing what a difference 10 mg made for you! But I’m sure that’s frustrating that’s it’s not working anymore :( I just had to increase my dosage as well. Thank you for sharing your experience though and I wish you the best of luck as well! Life ain’t easy, but we’ve got this :)

Jacqueline Cawthon Lol, Yeah, that’s right. I have a family and I’m not going to let those problems I’m having beat me. All the best to you also.

@@topperlongo start exercise bro

Have you looked into wim hof. I started practicing his breathing and cold exposure, also with intermittent fasting and exercise I’ve felt slot better and I’m in the weaning phase now of citalipram

@@qstorm76 how did the weaning go? It would be a great help to know your experience. I am wary of starting citalopram and wondering what the experience of stopping it is to be like

Man I am so sorry! I know what that’s like and it’s HARD! I was in a constant state of mental breakdown for a while. I’m really happy to hear you’re going to give it a try and I hope it helps!! Unfortunately all the yoga and meditation and journaling in the world wasn’t going to help me get through it - so I definitely have a whole new respect for medication and the people who take it. Best of luck to you on your journey!!

Oh that’s interesting! I wish I was told to try that at first. I hope it works out for you! And I hope you get some more energy too. I felt sooooo tired too (and still do sometimes) but it’s better than it was at first :)

How is it working for you?

hi!! My doctor told me to take it at night because it could make me feel drowsy, but I honestly prefer it in the morning around 9 am. I like it in the morning because it helps my anxiety chill out more throughout the day - but I know everyone is different! and ugh that is so hard! Do you think your chest tightness is from your anxiety, or something else? I feel it in my chest BIGTIME when I get super anxious, but it would definitely be worth talking to your doctor about. Sending you all the luck and love though! The first 4-6 weeks is SO HARD. this medication might do the trick for you, or you might need a different kind, but either way, you've got this!

You’re welcome Melissa!! Thank you for for saying that ❤️

u need to Updose if still didn't feel nothing

@@stripecatflippangitnamecha8721 i have justed changed to pristiq 50mg. Now it's day 3. I started from 25mg half pill two weeks before. No serious side effect so far. Palpitation and slightly poorer sleep only.

Best of luck! I’m in the same boat. I’ve started today

Me too ! Let me know how things go ❤️

Best of luck I will start tomorrow

@@Tinaaxox1123 I’ve been on it for 2 weeks (10mg) so far so good. I’m actually seeing a difference from the first day I took it. how’s ur journey going?

Best of luck to you! How are you doing now? Are you still on it or trying some thing else? I hope you are doing well no matter what!

That's so good to know! I'm sorry that you still have panic attacks but so glad that they are not as bad! I am the same way right now

@ Raymond Siu - how are you feeling now?

I’m so glad to hear that!!!! ❤️

Can I ask you guys a question I’m on 10mg and I’m on day I think 9 I haven’t had any side effects it worked instantly but the one thing that spooks me out is that I’m used to have intrusive thoughts 24/7 and now I have non good right but it feels like my mind is blank and I try to form thoughts but they disappear super quick maybe that’s what normal feels like.

@@cameranfahnstrom2128 I truly understand. My thoughts were so intrusive that I appreciate them being gone. Do things to keep your mind going positive things of course.

yes!! so true! :)

Good luck!! It was really hard for me but worth it. I hope it’s what you need ❤️ OR leads you to whatever works for you! Best of luck 💕 here if you have any questions!!

Oh man I definitely feel what you are going through. I am so sorry - no one should have to deal with this!! But it’s AMAZING that you are trying it. That takes a LOT of courage. I bet it’s terrifying in general but ESPECIALLY being an artist and relying on your emotions and creativity. I definitely felt empty of ideas and had zero creative juices left for a while. But I think it was about after 4 weeks I got my creativity and emotions back (some of them anyway) and after 6 weeks I was basically my whole self again. I actually just increased my meds from 20 to 40 mg a couple months ago and increasing was SOOOOO much easier than starting the meds for the first time. And today I feel SO myself. I’m actually feeling even MORE creative than I did a few years ago (because I’m not totally drained by anxiety and depression most days). It sucks. Honestly. Those first few weeks were AWFULLLLLL. But I am really glad I stuck it out. It’s not for everyone, so you’ve just gotta see if this is right for you. And it sounds like you are set up with so many amazing tools to help with your self awareness on deciding if these meds are right for you. I’m wishing you all the luck and all the love!! If you have any other questions please feel free to ask away ❤️ you’ve got this!!!

I’m definitely feeling ALL the feelings again and am a fantastic crier lol And man that braid fog is CRAZY! I do noooot miss it!

@@thejackieevans I'm a mother to a 2 year old and I've been really struggling with my mental health. I don't even enjoy being a mom like I used to. I keep starting and stopping because the side effects are so awful. Idk why I'm writing this comment. Just need to tell someone I guess. Your video makes me feel like maybe I can get through it and feel better too! 💜

@@catherineervin2630 I am so sorry you are struggling. I know how hard it is :/ what’s the longest you’ve tried to be on the medication? If you’ve tried it for 6 weeks and it’s still no good, maybe you can try another one? But I’m so happy to hear this video helps!! You absolutely WILL get through this difficult time ❤️ you’ve got this!! And I hope you are so proud of yourself for taking the time to take care of yourself

I’m in the same boat with the wicked brain fog early on. Did you manage to get past it?

hi Daniel! i do now! I used to take it at night, but I find that I am less forgetful when I take it in the morning

Oh man I'm so sorry Carlo! Do you have a doctor appointment to talk about it? I'll deal with excessive sweating every once in a while on this medication. It's really frustrating. So if you have any tips please let me know!

I am SOOO sorry that you are dealing with all of this :( I hope you can overcome those feelings of shame, because there is absolutley noooothinnnng you should be ashamed about! Its amazing that you are trying different medications etc - that takes a LOT of strength and you deserve to give yourself a lot of credit for that

@@thejackieevans thank you so much with your sincere answer. Yes im in medication and cbt , expecting that i can beat this.... we deserve !!

Oh I am so sorry! Panic attacks are NOT fun. I still have them every once in a while but they aren’t nearly as scary as they used to be. I’d definitely have an open talk with your doctor. It took me several weeks to feel better but it’s different for everyone. I know this isn’t accessible to everyone, but therapy is REALLY helping me so much. I couldn’t have made it to therapy without medication so the combination of those is good for me. But again everyone is different. I’m sorry if that wasn’t very helpful! But I hope you find what works best for soon! Best of luck to you!!

@@thejackieevans thank you hope you doing well to I think it’s just my body adjusting.

That’s a good question that I am not sure of! Have you asked your doctor? I’d love to know the answer if you are okay with sharing it when you find out :)

I'm so sorry you're dealing with all that :( it might be your body just getting used to the medication, or maybe you need more, or maybe you need a different kind. I DO know that I couldn't really tell in the first couple weeks if it was working, but I am SOO glad I kept it up because its been wonderful now. but everyone is different!

Hi Emily! I did experience weight gain. And while it’s frustrating, it’s SO worth it. I think the weight gain has come from my appetite increasing from the medication. I’m trying to start eating smaller, more frequent meals bc I get way too hungry between meals

How much weight gain and how far in from starting it did you experience weight gain? Is it preventable? I really don’t want to experience this. I’m on day 5. Also feeling kind of soul less and tired. But sleep is good.

yes

I’m so sorry you’ve had to deal with all that!! Just The brain fog is so frustrating. Mine finally went away after about 4-6 weeks on Citalopram though. I’m still on it right now (but increased it to 40mg) and am doing SO much better. I know the first few weeks of taking the medicine is AWFUL! Do you think it’s possible for you to keep taking it for 4-6 weeks to see how you feel? If it’s really too miserable for that I’d definitely check back in with your doctor. I’m sure it is stressful and scary right now, but something will work for you. There’s light at the end of the tunnel. You’ve got this!!! You’re so much stronger than your anxiety, I promise!

@@thejackieevans You're so kind, Jacque!

Hey there. I’m also a week in right now and getting the terrible brain fog and it does get frightening. Did it get better for you?

Oh no that’s gotta be frustrating! It’s POSSIBLE that another 2 weeks could make a difference, but maybe it’s just not doing what it’s supposed to for you :/ I’d definitely talk to your doc about it though so maybe you can try something else in another couple of weeks 🤷‍♀️ but I’m wishing you the best of luck and hope you feel less anxious!

@@thejackieevans thanks Jacqueline. Spoke to doc and she said to see how it goes for another two weeks and if not maybe try something else. Let’s see what happens. My fingers are crossed. Thank you foe the thoughtful reply x

@@computerworksuk How are you doing now?

Hi Mariangela! I am SO sorry you are having to deal with all of that :( has it gotten any better?? I remember it being very hard to breathe the week before I started the meds, and when I get reaaaaallly stressed or anxious it happens, but then that's my signal that I need to do something to take care of myself (go to therapy, journal, rest, sleep, etc) but idk what yours may be caused by. Im wishing you the best and hope you are feeling better!

@@thejackieevans Hi Jacqueline 😊 It was hard to breathe at the beginning of the cure, it was the medicine, today is the first day of the complite cure, 10 drops. I m getting used to it... it requires patience... THANK YOU !!! ❤

Hi Aviwe! I did not experience any shakiness or tremors but I think the side effects are different for everyone. Have you talk to your doctor about these yet? I think it would definitely be worth it. And if it makes you feel any better the first week for me was definitely the hardest! It could mean that you need more time on the medication or that you need a different medication. That’s got to be really frustrating though I’m sorry!

@@thejackieevans thank you so much. I'll talk to my Dr about it. 💖

Everyone is different! I took mine in the mornings for a very long time and in the last several mo this switched to taking it right before bed. I think that’s helped with my restless legs a bit!

hi Javi! I am not sure what escitalopram is :(

Oh interesting!! I have not experienced that but that sounds like something you should definitely check with your doctor about. I hope you’re doing okay!!

I have sore eyes and blurry vision with it

I tried it for the first time today and my pupils were also dilated lol

Hi Russ! How’re you doing? It helped with my panic attacks and depression, but the best help was pairing this medication WITH a Licensed therapist that I still see once a week. Everyone is different though with how the medication affects them. But whatever crap you are dealing with right now, I know it’s gotta be SO SO SO hard. I’ve been suicidal in the past. It freaking sucks. But I promise you that feeling you’re feeling won’t last forever! For me, it took a LOT of work to get out of that depressive hole, but holy moly ITS WORTH IT. keep fighting!!! You are strong! And ask for help ❤️❤️❤️ such a great step even reaching out on this video! That’s not always easy to do.

@@thejackieevans Not doing well at all. Suffering from grief of a relationship. my anxiety becomes sooo bad and just getting out of bed is hard.

I hear you Russ, I'm in exactly the same situation, recent break up, just can't get over it, accept it, I really wanted to get through it naturally but the suicidal thoughts backed me in to a corner so got to the point where it was do or die. Been on this medication for 3 days now, feel zoned out but I'm still here so I suppose that's a positive.

@@adamfuz has it helped you that much?

@@russellconstant1202 it's been a rough 10 days, mornings are still tough, I seem to be laying in bed longer but slightly zoned out instead of a deep depression, although it's still there, it's intensity has eased slightly but very slightly.

Hi Sian! I was so scared too! You are definitely not alone in feeling that. Honestly the first week was the hardest for me. And it took about 5 to 6 weeks for me to feel like myself but after that I felt so good again!! Then life got stressful probably six months ago or so and I increased my medication so now I’m at 40 mg and doing really well. There is definitely hope! What are you mostly scared of? It not working?

@@thejackieevans thanks for much for replying! I’m mainly scared of the side effects & boy have I got them🥴 I’m on day 4 now and the past 2 days have been such a challenge but I’m holding on to the hope the side effects will pass & by Christmas I’ll be feeling like my old self. I’m so glad it’s working for you ❤️ I appreciate you commenting back. Xxx

@@SianGreevesxxx Are you feeling better any now? x

@@forest_goblinn hey! Unfortunately citalopram wasn’t a good match for me, I stopped taking them a week in but I do not regret it. They worked and helped my anxiety massively but I had awful side effects. But please do not let you put that off! There’s so many amazing medications that can help ❤️

Hi!! I have gained a bit of weight unfortunately. But it's definitely worth my mental health

Jacqueline Cawthon thank you so much

Stuart Tigwell you are very welcome :)

I lost weight. I use food for anxiety and to cope.

Ugh I’ve heard coming off them is miserable 😭 not looking forward to it. Buuut that’s gotta be exciting to try to come off them! I hope you are doing well! Good luck! And please keep me updated if you want!

@@thejackieevans yess i wass verry sick for weeks and it was getting whurse so now im not on the liquid form anneymoore but 10mg tablet en all the systeems are gone now in 2 days so if you are on the liquid remember its can be also the liquid form That makes you sick

Hi Rose, we are at the same point on this journey (started last night). Would love to have someone to keep in contact with over the next few weeks to compare experiences and encouragement. Please let me know if you are interested.

@@karentf I’ve started today with this tablet but I got put on because of my anxiety and my continuous throwing up with the slight feeling of being anxious so I hope these won’t cause me to throw up haha! Although I have been prescribed anti sickness tablets along side these to stop my throwing up although my doctor thinks the main issue is the anxiety. Of course I don’t know your story but if the nausea and sickness is continuing maybe re visit your doctor and ask about pills that can help with this. Ill let u know in the near future if any positive effects have happened to me while taking these. What’s ur story? If u don’t mind me asking.

Hi Rose! I am so sorry you're dealing with nausea on top of any anxiety or depression. How is it going now? Is it any better? Have you found anything that works for you?

@@karentf hi I’d love to!

@@thejackieevans hi Jacqueline, thank you for checking on me! I’m currently taking 20mg propranolol daily and 30mg of citalopram and the nausea is gone I feel much better😌I was having 5 panic attacks a day, many thoughts flying around my head all at once, I always had a critical voice in my head and jumped at the smallest things. I was terrified of everyone, my whole body would go weak, my heart would almost beat so fast I felt like it might explode and I’d shake uncontrollably and ended up agoraphobic.. I overthought everything, worried more than I should and neglected myself by not showering much, not eating much and much more.. I spent over a year in my bed not feeling like I could function and then once I started the propranolol (beta blocker) and the side affects wore off, every single one of those problems went away! After 20 years of suffering. I now laugh and smile and go out happily, I eat, sleep well and shower, clean and function a lot more. The moment that all my anxiety left me, and I realised.. well I sobbed for 3 hours straight with happiness. What worries me is I’ve been through ultimate hell in my life and I’ve been begging all kinds of doctors to listen to me, take me seriously and help me.. yet they have only now helped me because I didn’t ask, I demanded it. You see.. when I was 5 years old I found my mum passed away.. she ended her life due to her mental health and I made sure to remind the doctors that I too have a child and do NOT want her growing up without her mum and they HAD to help me. I put my foot down and demanded it and I’m so freaking glad! I watched videos on KZfaq about propranolol before taking it and I’m glad i did. Many people said it pays off to keep going and the side affects will wear off. Im so glad I listened. I feel more free than I ever have. Absolute miracle medication to say the least!💖

I’m doing reaaaally well mentally :) still on the Citalopram (40mg) but I’m going to start to taper down to 20 mg soon I think

@@thejackieevans so good to hear that you doing well on it ,I'm very inspired by your story I'm also on citalopram hopefully I'll start feeling better too soon.

It can cause decreased sex drive for some people

antidepressants mostly boost seratonin to help level ya brain out on the downside it messes with dopemine which is where your sex drive and libido come from. I've been on celexa for 5 weeks now only felt dizzy and nausea first 2 days but my sex drive has gone from 100% down to 20% so with all drugs there is always side effects it's a case of trading in a sex life for a more stable brain problem is some people come off these drugs and end up with PSSD which is never told to people by doctors so am hoping i dont get effected by this when i finally come off this drug

I believe that's a possibility! From my experience, I have a strong sex drive now, but didn't when I first started taking the medication (but it was down because of the depression anyway) I'm sure it's different for everyone and changes throughout time

That’s totally understandable! I was too :( hopefully they work for you ❤️ if not though, something will help! Wishing you so much luck with them!!

@@thejackieevans thank you so much 💚

@@l1bra_m00n3 you’re welcome :) ❤️

Sonia, how are you now?

@@l1bra_m00n3 Hi Sonia, how did it go for you?

No thanks.

no, Anafranil is a different drug than Citalopram. Citalopram is the generic form of Celexa and is a Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI)

You mean don’t have sex? Bc that’s the only SURE way to not get pregnant.

@@thejackieevans there are countless ways of contraception, abortion is the final exit.

@@Q5w7 there are no contraceptions that are 100% though. Many people get pregnant on birth control of all kinds. I personally know several people that this happened to

Ahhahahahahahahhahhahhahah

So you’re telling me that the one who created everything (so also depression) is also the person who can heal it?… So why create it in the first place?

Jesus wouldn't be allowed in modern America

Doesn't exist