My Positive Zoloft Experience: How 1.5 Years on Zoloft Changed My Life

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I've been taking Zoloft (Sertraline) 75mg every night for the last 1.5 years, and it's changed my life. In today's video i'll go over the ways it has helped, some of the negative side effects I've experienced, as well as what my plans are in terms of continuing to take Zoloft going forward. Mental Health Awareness is so important and something I'm passionate about. I've been able to talk to so many of you about your own experiences with anxiety and depression through sharing my journey, and I hope this video leaves you feeling like there are answers for your mental health out there, even if they aren't taking a medication like Zoloft (sertraline).
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@Diana-qi9bh Жыл бұрын

I was prescribed Zoloft over a year ago and it has just been sitting in my medicine cabinet ever since. I absolutely refused to take it cause I was so scared (still kind of am) but my depression and anxiety has gotten worse and I’m just at my last resort. Today I took my first pill because of your videos. I want change. I NEED change. I want my life back, I’m so tired of laying in bed, not taking care of myself. I’m hope this works for me 😩

@kara8207 Жыл бұрын

How are you doing now ?

@SharlenesJourney Жыл бұрын

Yeah any update I too stop taking it because since I’m n adhd meds taking both made me so tired but now I feel like I can’t even control my life I have a lot of anxiety so I may go back to it 😭

@kara8207 Жыл бұрын

@@SharlenesJourney I had so much anxiety i had to start taking it again and i have to say it has helped me in 1 week. 🙏

@jacksonnelson6880 Жыл бұрын

How are you doing now ?

@kara8207 Жыл бұрын

@@jacksonnelson6880 It has only been 1 week and my anxiety is better…depression is still here. This medication has helped me before (a few times) so I hope it will again. 🙏Thank you for asking. 🙏

@noriellehernandez2185 Жыл бұрын

Before Zoloft I was in a dark place and felt disconnected from myself. Zoloft saved my life. I’ve been taking it for about 3 and a half months and almost feel like myself again. Currently taking the smallest dose 25mg and plan on taking this for a while. I feel like the 2020 pandemic hurt a lot of peoples mental health cause of losing close ones due to Covid, losing jobs, being stuck inside at home with our own thoughts has increased anxiety and depression.

@Simplyniquee1498 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing

@Ryancampbellsings 9 ай бұрын

How long did it take to work? I've been on it for like 3 days cant notice a change yet

@noriellehernandez2185 9 ай бұрын

@@Ryancampbellsings Been on Zoloft 25mg for almost a year now. Have to say it definitely helped with my anxiety and depression. It took about 3 months to fully see the positive results. Definitely put in the work too and don’t only rely on the medication. It doesn’t work right away and you’ll most likely feel side effects for a bit but that means your body is adjusting to the medication. Be patient and enjoy the ride is my biggest advice. I wish you the best and feel free to each out if you have any other questions.

@Ryancampbellsings 9 ай бұрын

@@noriellehernandez2185 Hi thank-you, I was feeling nausea the first day I had it but now I'm only feeling tiredness is this normal?

@noriellehernandez2185 9 ай бұрын

@@Ryancampbellsingsyes those are the side effects of the medication. If these side effect still continue I recommend you letting your GP know.

@kellyreardin2648 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I’ve been taking Zoloft for only two weeks and feel like a brand new man! Your video answered many of my questions and concerns. Thanks a million!

@TheBrokeBoyMycologist 10 ай бұрын

How’s it working for you now??

@judithlinfor1120 2 жыл бұрын

Working as an RN in hospitals for many years, I thought the horrific conditions that I endured were unique to my area but after watching your videos, it seems to be a very wide spread problem. My advice to a new graduate is to look for a private duty position. There needs to be more awareness of this issue in order for things to improve. Thank you for this channel.

@brigittem2231 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for speaking out about this and giving names to that freeze state. I live in that so much and I'm dragging myself out at the moment 😴

@NurseLiz 2 жыл бұрын

You got this!

@brigittem2231 2 жыл бұрын

@@NurseLiz I'm starting nursing school in August and I need to get myself in a better state! Thank you!

@moniquediaz2521 Жыл бұрын

😢just wanted to say thank you very much for these Zoloft videos. I have been extremely scared and reluctant to take medicine but I have anxiety and scary panic attacks while driving , which turned into a constant reel of self hate and disappointment in myself. I’m standing up for myself , even if I have to take Zoloft for me ❤ I deserve a happy normal life. I’m two weeks in now 😅

@paolovillanueva7459 Жыл бұрын

Hi! How has your progress been? Has your fear of driving decreased?

@rubentamayo5927 7 ай бұрын

How are you feeling?

@BrendaHall1 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this transparency, Liz. I’ve followed you since you’ve started zoloft.

@mariettatheunissen7608 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I am 66 years old , never ever took any allopathic medicine till 2021 October and am now on 50 mg Serdep and it has changed my life so much that I feel this is something I should have taken 20 & even 30 years ago ……I am working as a medium , clairvoyant and now really “ like “ myself more ……had side effects of dizziness , sweating and they were gone 7 days later and now am so happy with being more in charge , not so reactive , don’t have up to 7/8 panic attacks a day , still highly strung but cope with better energy & very much like you , Liz , am just in a better place in general ….also don’t experience anymore the severe fatigue and my temperature dropping to 32 degrees after my sessions with clients & severe cold shivers ……I have not put on weight at all and am not so addicted to eat or shop as being more balanced …..I believe for my mental health I want to stay on medication …..was on 5HTP for 17 years ….didn’t help anymore 🙋‍♀️thank you for your input ….xxx

@NurseLiz 2 жыл бұрын

thank you so much for sharing your experience! And I'm so glad you're feeling more like yourself!

@danl9415 2 ай бұрын

I just wanted to see if you're still on Zoloft and if it's still working for you to this day? I have severe anxiety and panic attacks associated with my old I believe depression and went on Zoloft when I was 19 and it worked wonders for me but then went off and on it a couple times feeling like it didn't work but I wasn't on it long enough. I just went back on it about 5 days ago and my symptoms are worse but I know how the transition. Works and I'm just curious if it still working for you

@Rich-94 2 жыл бұрын

I did the mistake of coming off zoloft abruptly after one year thinking i was fixed and everything was fine. And it was a little while after. But I eventually went back into my old habits and 2 years later my anxiety is at an all time high. I’ve been depressed basically all my life and thought that short time of goodness solved everything LOL I’m grateful for your informative video. Really helped my perspective on being on medication. I’ve always been hesitant on relying on it to feel good but truthfully if i’m also doing other work to improve my life and anxiety, it’s worth it.

@nursepolymath8789 2 жыл бұрын

I developed anxiety in 2017 and have been messed up daily until my GI doctor...yes 'GI' doctor prescribed me amitriptyline for gi issues. Yes, it works for gi issues too. It seems that since taking it I'm not as anxious but more irritated LOL! But I'd rather be irritated than have anxiety anyday. Liz, thank you for not being afraid to show that health professionals have many of the mental and health issues as other people. But the key to health success is to do something about it, seek medial advice and not be ashamed of your issues. Thank you my fellow NP 😄

@CanaThompson-mi4lu Жыл бұрын

Does that help if you have anxiety induced nausea and stomach cramps? That’s my main symptom from anxiety and it’s crippling.

@TheVildee Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing your experience. I'm also a healthcare worker. I've just started working as a doctor at a hospital for the first time, and I realise that I need to finally focus on my anxiety. I've been anxious for as long as I can remember, and I've been thinking about trying out an SSRI for a long time, but then I've felt better and thought the same things you did: "It's not that bad. I'm fine now". But the stress of starting this job has shown me that I need to take action. I barely function at home, I'm mentally at the hospital all the time. I'm just waiting for a breakdown at work, and I almost throw up every morning. There's probably a strong genetic influence in my anxiety. My grandmother, mother and aunts are also super anxious, but they've dealt with it the old fashioned way - avoidance through their whole lives. My sister has just started seeing a therapist, as she also started throwing up every morning before work last year. We are a nervous group of people... I could prescribe an SSRI to myself and start today, but I'm seeing my GP on Monday, as I'd like to talk to someone about this and get some feedback from another healthcare practitioner and be put in contact with a therapist. Thank you again - I wonder if I too could get a life-changing experience on medication. PS: Sorry for any spelling mistakes, I'm Norwegian:)

@katrinaweiss1593 Жыл бұрын

Amitriptyline helps some people who throw up and/or have Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome. It hasn’t helped me , unfortunately

@seanaskrent9404 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for opening up about this!

@NurseLiz 2 жыл бұрын

Of course!

@libertysprings2244 2 жыл бұрын

I take Zoloft too and learned to force myself to quit working sometimes (even jobs I loved) when I notice symptoms like frequent waking in the night it not sleeping due to work. OCD causes me to overwhelm myself with fixing everything at work (to help clients in their lives while neglecting my own needs). Also having my own business with employees was too much responsibility for me to handle. I would never do it again, especially any time you have young children at home. I learned my body's stress limits the hard way and always stop myself now because I know my personal limits. There are some benefits like that to getting older. I know myself so much better and don't feel guilty for my shortcomings. Everyone is different so we can't compare ourselves to other people. At age 50 now life is fabulous.

@NurseLiz 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your experience! And absolutely, learning your own body and life needs is a huge part!

@marieschrader9150 2 жыл бұрын

Omg I'm currently taking a break from working because I was depressed and burnt out. I know I need to go find a job again and I'm scared

@munaibrahim9583 2 жыл бұрын

Did you quite Zoloft , can this medicine can be addictive

@vegetossgss1114 Жыл бұрын

I have been taking 40mg of Paxil for 5 years. It helped me a lot! However, it makes me too sleepy and it's impossible for me to wake up early in the morning. Can you sleep early / wake up early to go to work without any issue while taking Zoloft?

@parrosenqvist6030 2 жыл бұрын

I have taken it for 10 years. It works great. Thank you for sharing your story 👍

@melanienofziger8568 2 жыл бұрын

Have you noticed any long-term side effects? I have been taking it for almost 6 months and feel great. But of course now my anxiety is making me anxious that it’ll hurt me in the long run.

@megankalbaugh997 Жыл бұрын

❤❤❤ thank you Liz! I’m in week 1 right now after a really bad time with another SSRI and love your encouragement.

@melaniemiller5201 Жыл бұрын

Any updates?

@lambienoir1429 2 жыл бұрын

Wishing you all good things, Nurse Liz!

@NurseLiz 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@virginiabrokx7001 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I have been on Zoloft for 4 years and it has changed my life for the better. I do get a dry mouth but live with it.

@michellejoy6752 4 ай бұрын

Try dry mouth mints, or gum with Xylitol, it really relieves dry mouth. You can find it in the oral healthcare isle at CVS or other pharmacies. I hope this helps you. Oh! Dry mouth is really bad for your teeth so that’s another reason to do something about the side effect of dry mouth.

@nikeetamchutchison1547 2 ай бұрын

@michellejoy6752 thank you for this. I get really bad dry mouth too and wasn't sure if it was from the zoloft (on 75mg for almost 2 weeks now) and seroquel 12.5mg at night to help me sleep.

@charlottemartin8529 2 жыл бұрын

Makes a lot of sense. Thanks for sharing xx

@24CiViC 2 жыл бұрын

I’m sharing ☺️…thanks again, for your level-headed insight and information.

@NurseLiz 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!!

@Rxanne28 2 жыл бұрын

I started on Sertraline last year. After my full hysterectomy in 19 my anxiety started to get worse, I had very little anxiety before the surgery. I take 75 mg as well. It took me months to get back to my ole self but it's helped thank GOD! I still have bad days but not as much as I used too. ^^ I'm glad you are feeling better. GOD Bless. :)

@NurseLiz 2 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad you're starting to feel better! And thank you for sharing your experience!

@vegetossgss1114 Жыл бұрын

@@NurseLiz I have been taking 40mg of Paxil for 5 years. It helped me a lot! However, it makes me too sleepy and it's impossible for me to wake up early in the morning. Can you sleep early / wake up early to go to work without any issue while taking Zoloft?

@javierpr01 6 ай бұрын

Day 1 on Zolof, quite scare of the road but here I go

@msohh4210 5 ай бұрын

@@javierpr01stick with it- I had a rough start now I'm 3months in at 75mg (started at 25mg) now I feel so alive✨

@judyzilinski3241 3 ай бұрын

I started on 25 mg and felt nothing much but it was only 5 days and was upped to 50 mg. Within days I think I have serotonin syndrome - two hospitals thought it was super panic attack. I talked to pharmacy and they believed serotonin syndrome . I was given Ativan to help get thru the next few weeks - has this happened to anyone ?

@jennalovell7763 4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much Liz for sharing this. I was on Zoloft for almost 2 years and I went off because I felt I was going to be fine. 5 months later I’m starting again because I realise that my anxiety and depression is totally derailing my life.

@ThatssoEarth 2 ай бұрын

Did Zoloft help you for the 2 years you were on it?

@katejackson2692 Жыл бұрын

Really appreciate these updates/follow ups with your openness about your mental health journey! That's actually how I came across your channel some time ago at the right time, when I was struggling with severe depression with anxiety and desperately waiting for the medications to start having some effect. I found it super helpful watching during that difficult time. Also, with being a follow nurse, from Canada 🇨🇦. We have plenty of log cabins here for you btw haha. Great channel!

@NurseLiz Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the encouragement! I hope you are doing better as well! Also, don't tempt me with a cabin and some wilderness. I am getting more and more ready to flee up there every day

@therudimentroom 2 жыл бұрын

I am so glad this medication has worked for you. I took it for 10 months while going through a very vigorous language program, due to having severe anxiety in life as well as during my tests. I was ONE C+ from being kicked from the class, began Sertraline, and immediately started getting As. I had previously been COMPLETELY paralyzed with anxiety during my tests and studies, and it was miserable. The sertraline did the trick, but the negative effects were far worse than the positives. I am not going to go into the details of that, but basically I was a zombie and didn't even realize it. I had no feelings, whatsoever, and that along with the other side effects I was having, did not feel worth it to me. I told my Psychiatrist I would like to get off of it, and this Army doctor who shall not be named, told me to quit cold turkey. From 150 mg to 0 mg in one day, and I was an absolute MESS, nearly wanting to unalive myself, bawling my eyes out and having feelings I had NEVER had before. I ended up just waiting it out a few days, but they were the toughest days of my life. I will never go on sertraline again. Not to mention, this was the first medication I had ever taken for anxiety. Not a good look for that doctor. She should have definitely started me lower.

@NurseLiz 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experience! No medicine works for everyone and I hope you found something that worked for you! Quitting cold turkey is rough and I'm so sorry you experienced this!

@serenesrn3827 2 жыл бұрын

Zoloft also gives erectile dysfunction .

@dancingram79 2 жыл бұрын

Oh my god! sounds like your dose was too high and just stopping any medications that stabilize mood or such must be lowered gradually, oh my god! Who works in medicine and recommends to stop immediately? So dangerous! I'm glad you are alive. 😮

@therudimentroom 2 жыл бұрын

@@dancingram79 I’m glad I’m alive too! Thankfully!

@trishaprett7721 2 жыл бұрын

Me now

@JavierGarcia-MindGym Жыл бұрын

I've just started on sertraline (5 days in) and find your post and information extremely useful. Thank you!

@ChaddyTimmons 4 ай бұрын

Could I just check in on you, did it work? Are you still taking it 9 month later ?

@meenaparkash9670 Жыл бұрын

Thank you you have put me at ease just started Zolof today and not feeling good but hoping this will get better 🙏

@meenaparkash9670 Жыл бұрын

Had to stop the medication ended up in emergency with severe body spasms and severe palpitations unfortunately not for me 😞

@yajairamadrigal5995 5 ай бұрын

I hope now you’re generating from this & a could afford your mental health appointments because this video just made a great impact in my life right now . ✨

@emfritz82 2 жыл бұрын

I love that you pointed out it could be for temporary use. When I first started on medication, I thought I was in for a lifetime of taking pills. Turns out, I just needed them to get through a rough patch. I've since used them a few other times, some phases were longer than others. But it's always nice to know I have an extra tool in my belt if I need it.

@NurseLiz 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing! It's a great tool to have when you need it for sure

@brigittem2231 2 жыл бұрын

Same here, I've taken it off and on for 5ish years. Listening to this vid as I'm reaching to use it again, my anxiety and brain fog has been sending red flags and I'm glad to let go of the fear of using tools for this.

@vtc8570 Жыл бұрын

@tyrel that may be true, but compared to the crippling anxiety and depression, some would say it's a bargain.

@LiamGervaise Жыл бұрын

@tyrel damn I know its hard but use that wee brain of yours and think just maybe these react differently with different people wow I know crazy

@LiamGervaise Жыл бұрын

@tyrel yeah they are overprescribed and don’t work for everyone but don’t tell people their experience with something lmaoo

@dancingram79 2 жыл бұрын

I've been a nurse since 7 + years. Got burned out about 3 years ago and been on antidepressants as long. I live alone, have two cats and hardly have energi to meet with friends or sometimes make the week function. Downplaying is a way for myself to diminish my own focus on the negatives and to not have to talk to people about the things I can't change.

@Angelcatsun Жыл бұрын

We should be friends ❤

@Loneranger670 Жыл бұрын

I also live alone and avoid socialising. My cats really fill so many voids, they are amazing. Take care of them

@Fractorification 5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for this video. Knowing you’re a healthcare practitioner who prescribes medication and even takes this is soo reassuring to me. I’ve been terrified to take these pills from all the horror stories or the the one or two videos on KZfaq not necessarily finding it helpful. I might just get the push I need to start 🙏🏻

@irishpatti3152 Жыл бұрын

Liz, this is an awesome video! Thanks!

@MichelleFerguson87 2 жыл бұрын

I love these videos thank you I’ve been taking Zoloft for about 4 months and I feel the difference thank you so much can you do more vidz like this❤

@nataliedubious5241 2 жыл бұрын

It's human experience to remember and discuss bad things, ergo more negative reviews, negative videos, customer complaints and people are much less likely to discuss all the amazing things. This is also a reminder to thank people in your life for being amazing.. Like the lovely Liz here 💕💕

@ElizabethRodriguez-pn7bk 2 жыл бұрын

I needed to see this video! Thank you Liz!

@NurseLiz 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@jamisonlamkin5576 Жыл бұрын

That is soooo me!! I'm such a freeze, although a little bit less since starting sertraline, but yes it just piles on and on!

@blxkee 2 жыл бұрын

i just started it and i’ve felt good enough to apply for a job at the hospital so wish me luck i know i can do this!

@studioofstyles6585 Жыл бұрын

How is the job going

@Anadorado88 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for documenting your experience!

@Southerncomfort420 Жыл бұрын

I'm just finding you and omg you are a godsend to me right now... Came off of paxil 20mg for 20 years. Didn't work anymore and the only reason i continued it for so long was just to avoid the brain zaps from trying to get off... Anyhoo made the switch to zoloft 50mg a week ago. ❤❤ Thank you

@nhok1650 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! As a healthcare professional myself - prescribing, psychiatric, mental-health medication for over 30 years - I have a comment. It is a common misconception to think of Zoloft as a source of artificial or “store-bought” serotonin. However, Zoloft’s mechanism of action, as a SSRI - it that it slows down (inhibits) the reabsorption (reuptake) of the person’s OWN serotonin that the person makes. It does NOT give or provide any external serotonin. It boosts synaptic levels of the person's own serotonin by virtue of reuptake inhibition. I find that this explanation, when graphically described, is helpful to patients to own more fully, the betterment they may experience. Overall, thank you for your helpful video which provides excellent supportive encouragement to those in need.

@NurseLiz 2 жыл бұрын

oh absolutely! It's just a way my family and I refer to it. I have a full explanation in my SSRI explanation video, but thank you for clarifying for those here

@valgal24 2 жыл бұрын

This is a great explanation! so what exactly takes place when the person increases their dose?

@kevinbunn7915 2 жыл бұрын

It’s complicated! But in general, there’s more drug to block the reuptake pumps, which leads to more serotonin hanging out in between neurons, and therefore a higher chance they activate the downstream neuron. But, the potential benefits of that take much longer. The brain takes a while to adapt, and there are still lots of unknowns about what other changes happen, and how it reduces various symptoms.

@kevinbunn7915 2 жыл бұрын

Everything you said is spot on! I’ll just add that drugs of abuse often don’t introduce “extra” neurotransmitters either, so that’s not a reason why it’s safer. Like ecstasy (mdma) isn’t a source of serotonin. It just causes a lot of your own serotonin to be dumped out quickly, which depletes it quickly. And amphetamines block the reuptake of dopamine and norepinephrine, similar to SSRIs with serotonin. They don’t simply mimic them. There are a lot that are direct agonists, like benzos and opioids. Those are basically synthetic neurotransmitters. But as you know, there are many ways different drugs can effect neurons.

@Ronaldinho1996 Жыл бұрын

interesting description, thanks! just curious---does this mean 5htp on the other hand provides external serotonin--like actually increases serotonin?

@EP-cm8ch Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your video! Im on zoloft. Got very stressful time at the moment , I’m a student nurse… my brain needs setraline otherwise I got terrible GAD

@danimcalifornia 2 жыл бұрын

I am on day 2 of Zoloft. I really appreciate your videos on your experience. I know everyone will respond differently, and this might not even be my final solution. But it is so helpful to see another's positive experience and to know I won't always feel like this.

@marieschrader9150 2 жыл бұрын

I'm on my third week

@violam11 2 жыл бұрын

How is going? How’s your sex drive? And how’s your weight? Did you gain weight? My psychiatrist prescribed me Zoloft, but I’m so scared of gaining weight and I’m worried about my sex drive will decrease

@violam11 2 жыл бұрын

@@marieschrader9150 How is going? How’s your sex drive? And how’s your weight? Did you gain weight? My psychiatrist prescribed me Zoloft, but I’m so scared of gaining weight and I’m worried about my sex drive will decrease

@danimcalifornia 2 жыл бұрын

I've had pretty atypical results, but my depression and anxiety was severe. I have maintained the same weight so far, libido has actually improved.

@vegetossgss1114 Жыл бұрын

Hey, is it normal to sleep more than 14 hours a day during the first week on the medication? I feel extremely tired and exhausted. How much time did it takes you to get better regarding fatigue? I stopped Paxil because of tiredness, although it was a great medication. But if I sleep even more with Zoloft, what's the point...

@timothybarrett3665 Ай бұрын

Feelin good is the goal. 100% truth. I’m new to your channel and am happy to have found it. Good to know there’s others. I was on Zoloft about 18 years ago and stopped (probably shouldn’t have).

@morganmorris9203 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this.. I take this medication as well.

@katieh193 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for being so open about mental health. I rely on both medicine and therapy. I think that sometimes people incorrectly believe they have to either go to therapy or take meds. Sometimes it's both. For me, neither of them would be enough on their own without the other.

@NurseLiz 2 жыл бұрын

Exactly! Thank you so much for sharing! It's a different experience for everyone and there is nothing wrong with getting help in either form or both!

@anthonyvillanueva9802 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video. ❤️

@beckywood3 6 ай бұрын

Thanks Liz! Very helpful ❤

@chicofrijoles 5 ай бұрын

Great video, very thorough. Thanks!

@kadeschagunn9739 11 күн бұрын

I’m on my second week and my wife said you are totally more of yourself already, the man that I know and love. Before she said that, I didn’t even notice anything different. So I’m pretty sure it’s starting to work. I have mental clarity and I’m not dreading things and the anxiety is way less. Your videos help educate and reassure me that for some people Zoloft is not a bad thing. Thank you 🙏

@user-sq3xq4fn8k Ай бұрын

Your videos are super encouraging Super Positive, there is hope Out of this anxiety and depression! Thank you 😊 😊

@graduategator7 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you wonderful woman!

@NurseLiz 2 жыл бұрын

Thank YOU!

@destinyjacque7518 Жыл бұрын

wonderful video!!

@valgal24 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for posting this video🙏🏽 I watched your other video about Zoloft when I first started my Zoloft prescription and it really really helped my hesitation😅it’s now been 4 weeks since starting Zoloft and it has been the best decision I have ever made ..for me it has been life changing. instead of my brain running 100 miles a minute it’s down to about about 50 miles lol and zero panic attacks and waaay less anxiety . I has given me such a better quality of life I wish I would started sooner instead of waiting 20 years 😭 thank you for sharing you truly have been great help to many!💕

@NurseLiz 2 жыл бұрын

Thank YOU so much for sharing your experience! I'm so happy you're doing well!

@julianapurvis3461 2 жыл бұрын

I just started taking it 3 days ago because I could not take the constant high paced rumination I am going thru. I hope to come down to 50mph one day too! Thanks for sharing.

@allisonofarrell8920 2 жыл бұрын

So it’s been 3 weeks... how are you feeling?

@allisonofarrell8920 2 жыл бұрын

I ask cause I’m almost 2 weeks in

@melaniemiller5201 Жыл бұрын

Any updates?

@KiwikimNZ 2 жыл бұрын

I used to take prozac a few years back but I started to become resistant to it. Just stopped working. I tried a few others in between and they were horrible. But Zoloft works really well for me. Good for both depressive and anxiety symptoms. Without the side effects like other antidepressants have caused. Such as feeling very numb or or the “zaps” like venlafaxine gave me. Best anti depressants I’ve taken. I appreciate you talking openly about this thank you ☺️

@vegetossgss1114 Жыл бұрын

@KiwikimNZ Жыл бұрын

@@vegetossgss1114 oh I am so sorry I only just saw this message. Yes it can be normal to feel sedated on some antidepressants. There have been a few that knocked me around like that too. Prozac wasn’t one if them and the Zoloft is a bit like Prozac I didn’t get any sedation and very few side effects on this particular one. I’ve had zaps on venlafaxine too hated that drug, withdrawal symptoms if I didn’t take on the hour each day and I was stuffed if I went out somewhere and had forgotten to take it or bring one with me. I got off that horrible drug. I’ve been on so many and Zoloft is the best one yet. No numbness, more clarity, less agitation and anxiety, no sexual problems at all, lost weight on it which is good, sleep well on it feel ok in the morning, no foggy brain, no zaps, no withdrawals although if I have t taken it for about 2 1/2 days I start to feel a bit weird but nothing major. I have also had a friend start in Zoloft 3 weeks ago and she is looking so much better and feeling so much better, she list her partner 9 months ago and was a mess, she isn’t breaking down in tears and can think through her grief rationally. It’s worth trying. But in saying that everyone is different in the way they metabolise different drugs but I really hope you find something that works for you. Oh no nightmares either some anti depresssnts give me nightmares! Take care :) hugs

@vegetossgss1114 Жыл бұрын

@@KiwikimNZ Thanks very much for your kind and motivating message!

@KiwikimNZ Жыл бұрын

@@vegetossgss1114 I hope you don’t give up on finding healing and well-being. It’s a long hard road, but it does pass in time. Not as quickly as we would like it too, but one foot in front of the other and some days I used to count each hour, praying that if I could make it through an hour then I could make it through the next and the next. I’ve been so low and so unwell in the past and I just could not see the light and I did not know how the torment could end unless I took my live. God I hated those times. If I didn’t have children I don’t think I would be here right now. I took a lot of work and patience, trial and error and after years of being misdiagnosed I was finally heard and was diagnosed with adhd at 49! For years they had me in lithium and all sorts of anti psychotic drugs, anti depressants and labeled me bipolar which I disagreed with for years. Of course the meds they had me on were not going to help. Life really changed once getting the right diagnoses and was able to understand the underlying cause of my issues were. Everything fell into place. I also explored alternative therapies such as reiki, meditation and went to an intuitive healer, with her help I had so many break throughs in only 4 sessions with her. I finally learned to love myself, I never knew how before that, with self love peace and freedom enveloped me, the greatest gift was her knowledge and help in finding my own truth, telling my story and gaining control back in my life. :) you got this, just don’t give up. Xx

@amiejo 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experience and knowledge as a medical provider AND a patient.

@susandiana4172 2 жыл бұрын

I am elderly. I was diagnosed with GAD (generalized anxiety disoder many years ago, and I have been taking 100 mg of Zoloft for over 20 years. The one time I tried to stop taking it (under medical advice), I had horrible withdrawal sytems. So I intend to stay on 100 mg for the rest of my life,

@NurseLiz 2 жыл бұрын

If it's what's working for you and your provider is all for it, I say go for it!

@vegetossgss1114 Жыл бұрын

@bartginger123 Жыл бұрын

@@vegetossgss1114 What time of day do you take it? Some people have to take their medicine at night and others switch to morning, depending on how it affects them. Once a day dosing is allowed either time of day, as long as it is within approx. the same time every 24 hours.

@Dulcimerist Жыл бұрын

Coming off of a SSRI can be rough. The dose has to gradually be decreased over a period of a few months in order to come off of it. Abruptly stopping an SSRI from the full dose one day to nothing the next day can cause severe issues and possible brain damage.

@layalesper4619 2 жыл бұрын

Just got prescribed zoloft and im lowkey scared to start with it although im really excited. Your videos gave me comfort :)

@violam11 2 жыл бұрын

@layalesper4619 2 жыл бұрын

@@violam11 i completely understand you!! I also had hundred fears and said no to medication for so so long. So i started less than 3 weeks ago so im still relatively new. I do feel a change in my mood and my anxiety levels, im hoping it will improve even more. The very beginning i did experience some side effects (still do a bit, guess my body hasn’t adjusted yet) but they are bearable. Lightheadedness and nausea (bearable i promise) i took melatonin to help me sleep but still had insomnia 🫠 When it comes to food and sex drive. I weigh 50 kg, i had apetite issues way before starting zoloft so i dont know if i can judge. I dont feel like my appetite changed, im still not so hungry, infact i feel the nausea from zoloft is affecting that somehow. But the first week i def felt like i wanted to throw up at some point. Multiple times a day, but again it is a normal side effect they say. When it comes to libido yes i do feel a slight difference but my dose is still at 50mg, from what ik it is 100+ dosage that gives those annoying side effects. I still get sexually aroused just like before, but it just takes longer time to experience an orgasm, hasn’t been so annoying for me so far, though im a bit afraid it will affect me even more if i raise the dosage. I know from friends that they experienced dryness too, but they take 100+ mg You know yourself best, if you think you really need zoloft then 100% take it. I experienced a positive change already in the first week.

@violam11 2 жыл бұрын

@@layalesper4619 thank you so much for your answer 💜 My dosage is 50 mg, I really hope my sex drive won’t decrease cause I’m just 21 years old :(

@layalesper4619 2 жыл бұрын

@@violam11 oh hey im 21 too!!! We def have the same concerns hihi 😜 where are you from?

@violam11 2 жыл бұрын

@@layalesper4619 Italy you?

@grahamt19781 7 ай бұрын

It's so easy to get complacent when you start feeling better. I've fallen into this trap a few times and every time have eventually ended up back on the meds 😢

@nishamack586 2 жыл бұрын

I too was prescribed this for pre menstrual syndrome and was told to only take it during my cycle ( having ptsd and anxiety also) . well it's funny that the reason that I stopped taking it is because it stopped me from ruminating! lol. It freaked me out that I no longer had the ability to " control my brain " and I was aware of it! but it did stop me from getting stuck in ruminating all day.

@anthonyhughes4642 11 ай бұрын

Zoloft was such a great experience for me. It’s awesome.

@kvr6869 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this positive, insightful video. There’s still way too much stigma attached to taking antidepressants!

@NurseLiz 2 жыл бұрын

There really is. I'm hoping if we keep having these conversations we can see change with that in the future

@raveenajayaraman7844 Жыл бұрын

Im 23 and I've been on 150mg Zoloft for almost 3 years. I have CPTSD and anxiety. Zoloft has really helped in a lot of ways and I'm thankful I got the right diagnosis in time. My anxiety isn't worse like it used to be. But even today I feel anxious when I'm at the grocery store or at the salon. I also disassociate sometimes and it's been way more better after starting zoloft. One thing I dont like about it is the side effects. I experience reduced motor movement which doesnt seem to go away

@vegetossgss1114 Жыл бұрын

@Dulcimerist Жыл бұрын

Clonidine or Guanfacine are off-label options to treat anxiety with fewer side effects than Zoloft. Clonidine and Guanfacine signal the body to not dump so much adrenaline and norepinephrine into circulation, reducing what fuels the "fight or flight" panic and anxiety response in the body.

@mmisia1024 Жыл бұрын

I never thought I was the type of person to use SSRIs or anti-anxiety meds. I thought panic attacks were overrated. Wow, did I learn my lesson. After a slew of events (a number of deaths, the pandemic, two international moves, starting a PhD program, running into some pretty scary but ultimately benign health conditions myself), I was finally sent over the edge. I was in a constant state of fight-or-flight and I couldn't sleep (like literally awake all night - it was torture). I finally talked to my GP and she has started me on Zoloft with clonazepam to get me through the first days to sleep (tapering off slowly to avoid withdrawal). I'm keeping my fingers crossed. I had never felt anything like acute panic and anxiety and I would be quite happy to never feel it again. Thank you for sharing such inspiring videos.

@iisreset Жыл бұрын

Sending positive vibes friend, I wish you happiness and calmness. I am fixing to start my Zoloft back up after a back to back deaths in the family.

@mmisia1024 Жыл бұрын

@@iisreset So sorry to hear you've endured so much loss recently. I hope the light gets a little brighter from here.

@medloverr 5 ай бұрын

How are you now? Do you still use it?

@mmisia1024 5 ай бұрын

@@medloverr No. I tried a number of antidepressants and they exacerbated things for me. I meditate, do breathing exercises, get out in nature a lot, and do my best to connect with the mystery of life. This has suited me better.

@halcyon-cg2eb 2 ай бұрын

@@mmisia1024 I really appreciate you replying to medlovrr's question, most people do not answer when you ask them how they are doing now. So, thank you! Btw, I'm glad you found better ways to deal with anxiety/depression. For me, nothing works better than consistent exercise (that gets your heart pumping and makes you sweat) and being in nature 😉

@robertbauer6745 2 жыл бұрын

I've been in a battle with anxiety for years. Today my doc and I decided to give zoloft a try. Since I've been home I've watched all your videos. And I'm ready to try this journey it's by far time to get out of my own head. Hope you have future updates about it 🙏

@84kjk 2 жыл бұрын

How’s it going for you?

@thundergato84 2 жыл бұрын

How are you doing?

@84kjk 2 жыл бұрын

Much much better. 2 months on Prozac and I didn’t like it. Felt too speedy and seemed my anxiety got worse. I switched directly to Zoloft and took 25mg for 1 week, then 50mg for 2 weeks, and now taking the prescribed dose for me (100mg). First few weeks didn’t really help at all. But I’m feeling 100% better now. It Came gradually. In the second week I even had to call my dr and tell her anxiety was really bad so she prescribed a low dose of ativan to take as needed. That helped A LOT. and only got a few weeks worth. Now I’m More engaged at work and with my family. I have 9 month old twins and a 3 year old son. When twins were 5 months old I started getting really really bad anxiety almost out of nowhere. A month of hoping it would go away, 2 months of Prozac, and almost 2 months of Zoloft. I recommend it 100% if your having issues.

@lockhartx7 Жыл бұрын

I initially started taking this because as time had progressed, with history of anxiety and depression (I thought I had under control) I would get shortness of breath, that I thought was something other than anxiety… long story short after a ton of tests, anxiety is the culprit. And maybe allergies at times, Zoloft has helped me immensely. Have you or anyone heard of the shortness of breath symptom or like the not getting a full breath? Love this video!

@vtc8570 Жыл бұрын

Yes. Anxiety can cause most any symptom you can think of.

@bigsteppa2200 Жыл бұрын

I have that now for the past five months manual breathing making me think I'm not getting enough air all started from hyperventilating from panic attacks focusing on breathing to much it has been so uncomfortable and depressing so long story short glad to here someone had success with similar problems.

@iisreset Жыл бұрын

Anxiety symptoms can seem like so much more and you don’t even notice it. Then it creates a health anxiety. Don’t give into it, just recognize it as anxiety and think of it as a passing feeling. Don’t let fear feed the monster.

@Dulcimerist Жыл бұрын

My daughter and I both had bad reactions to Zoloft. It caused impulse control issues, which resulted in different problems for each of us. The one bad impulse control issue both of us shared is shopping addiction, and we both racked up thousands of dollars' worth of out-of-control spending. We both have done much better on Guanfacine/Clonidine to treat anxiety with zero side effects. Everyone is different, so what works for one person might not work for another. I highly recommend having a doctor who is willing to think outside the box, treats each patient as an individual, and will take the time to try various medication options in order to find what works best with the fewest amount of side effects.

@Dulcimerist Жыл бұрын

@tyrel Yeah, that's how I sum up what happened. SSRI medications cause bad manic episodes. Paxil and Prozac caused similar reactions for me as well.

@Dulcimerist Жыл бұрын

@tyrel No. I'm not bipolar. The stuff I described started each time I went on a SSRI and abruptly stopped when I stopped the SSRI. I only acted that way when I was on a SSRI. Cabergoline is what ended up getting rid of my depression. I responded well to dopamine boosting medications.

@russellclark3655 2 ай бұрын

Great video. Just started on 25 ml and i do feel so much better,low dose i know,but it works for me,anxiety has dropped easily 70 % in 2 weeks

@lindadowling423 Жыл бұрын

I don't even remember who I used to be anymore. I have been on Wellbutrin for about a year, and now the cave of anxiety is crashing down. So much I am scared to look out of Windows at night or leave my home. Oh yes. It's bad.. So I will be going on Zoloft with Wellbutrin, and I hope at some point I can be the mom I remember I once was. Thank you for these videos.

@Dulcimerist Жыл бұрын

The boost in norepinephrine from the Wellbutrin can fuel the "fight or flight" panic and anxiety response. The medications that directly counteract this are Guanfacine or Clonidine, since they signal the body to not dump so much norepinephrine into circulation. This reduces what fuels that panic and anxiety response. The combination of Wellbutrin and Guanfacine have been a miracle for me daughter. The Guanfacine also has much, much fewer side effects than Zoloft and other serotonin-based medications.

@Groglor 2 жыл бұрын

thanks for the positive video I have the pills next to me and im watching videos about them. Having suffered from severe anxiety and depression for well over 15 years. saw a doctor recently. Mine retired who i saw 17 years ago. Worried about this but I worry about everything.

@anthonytanner2343 Жыл бұрын

I was prescribed 50mg Sertraline after a nine year relationship breakup where my fiancee left me for another guy. I became super depressed and suicidal. After four weeks or so I hadn't noticed any change and I beginning to make plans to end my life. My doctor increased my dose to 100mg. The side effects that impacted me the most was my inability to sleep properly. I would sleep 12-14hrs straight, wake up tired and need to nap frequently. This and the brain fog made it impossible for me to make decisions or begin to make changes in my life. It was impacting my ability to work, not that I was working much, because I was always sleeping or overly tired. I've abruptly stop taking the medication and my sleep has improved. I feel better about myself and can actually think properly again. I know it's risky stopping meds especially since how bad I was but I actually feel better and am starting to make plans for the future. I am conscious that I could relapse but at the moment things seem to be getting better.

@Lifeeden Жыл бұрын

No matter how hard life or people can be , remember you a special person and you deserve happiness, love . What people do to hurt us has nothing to do with us , it is to do with their insecurities and their personal needs. I had a bad break up too but at the end I learnt to be compassionate about my self and people around me and take one step at the time . Baby steps . You can rebuild your life , forgive others and your self and remember GOD loves you . I am taking sertraline too to help with my panic attacks mostly , I left my ex husband with nothing , started from nothing to rebuild my life , now I have only one year left to get my degree , my son is 11 years old , he is a very good boy , I am renting my own flat with my own car , counting all the blessings that God gave me .

@letty69 Жыл бұрын

Happy you are getting better ❤

@andreahykes5951 Жыл бұрын

I really appreciate you sharing all this. I am starting Zoloft(again) and am definitely going to be more mindful about the time it takes for the meds to take effect and upping the dosage if my dr and I feels like we need to.

@cambosveld1167 Жыл бұрын

I am just starting my journey to get out of the hole of depression (with a hint of anxiety). I started sertraline recently after the first SSRI didnt work for me, but your advice about the mood tracker I think is a great idea while trying to pick the right medication for me. Which app do you use for this? Thanks!

@gabrielleborak3310 Жыл бұрын

i love your videos so much! i’ve been on lexapro for almost 2 months now and i know i may not be at the full effect yet but it truly has already made a positive difference for me! i’m laughing more, dwelling and worrying less and i’ve started to get back into some hobbies i’ve neglected for years now like skincare and makeup :) i’ve also decided to say F the stigma, & my goal isn’t to get off medication eventually, my goal is to be healthy and happy regardless if that means multiple medications :)

@BadbritchesBaby Жыл бұрын

I am soooooo thankful I saw this video! My daughter suffers from depression and severe anxiety and has been in crisis mode for months now with little to no help from drs. We finally and i mean FINALLY got a Dr to get her on meds again after being off for years. She is bipolar and it has cost her everything m. Friends. Family and now her marriage and kids at 29. The dr started her on zoloft 25mg and she is terrified to take it. Her first dose was today. I hope it helps her

@oscarm.j1340 Жыл бұрын

Well sorry about that, but all I can say is zoloft well only let her have a good sleep I can recommend you something that will help her a lot

@oscarm.j1340 Жыл бұрын

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@oscarm.j1340 Жыл бұрын

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@BlenderVIzzLab 6 ай бұрын

Hey there, I'm 21 now but depression and anxiety got me first in June 2020. I didn't do anything and just ignored it but my parents said that you are having stomach issues. So we started treating the stomach for 3 years straight but it didn't help out. And I still feel the same as day 1 and I've been fighting myslef for a long time. Even little tasks like walking, going to gym, driving, going out feel overwhelming and I feels like it might be the last moments of mine. Sometimes extreme panic attacks occur and I start screaming out loud. A few days ago I consulted a Psychiatrist accepting my condition and he prescribed me Zoloft. Been taking 25mg of it for the first week and will take 50mg daily for 6 months. I hope I'll get back to life and achieve whatever I've planned for. Pray for me guys.

@shaun4443 5 ай бұрын

Thanks Liz!

@SAMEntalhealth 2 жыл бұрын

Recovering from opioids hoping this gives me that extra clean space because the depression is crippling and unbearable, I've been suffering from major depression since 13 years old so. Coexisting dual diagnosis that i admit i Can not deal with alone. Anymore. I just can't. The ups and downs are absolutely uncontrollable, and i can't keep an emotion to such a negative extent i can't even work a regular job.. tired of this. I've been on SSRIs most of my life gut quit cold Turkey multiple times. I don't feel or notice the side effects of sertraline because I've dealt with opiate withdrawal but this and ADHD i am now getting treatment for. But still having small relapses and slips can't go more than 4 or 5 days because boredom, lack of motivation, but it all feels so chemical. Like pure imbalance. My brain is hypersensitive to itself so i can identify the differences. And like you said you may need a little extra serotonin, that's me.

@Tmariethompson 4 күн бұрын

Thanks for this video ❤

@kendramorin9879 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I've been on Zoloft for five years and recently just went from 50mg to 100mg and the side effects are unbearable! I just want to feel normal again

@djtanikgotbeatz Жыл бұрын

Wait if 50 mg were working all thoughs years how come you went to 100mg?

@user-hn8of3zf4x 5 ай бұрын

@@djtanikgotbeatzthat was I thinking 😂😂😂

@LyonBrave Жыл бұрын

A mood calendar is a great idea 💡🙂

@wesleymoore9674 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Liz. Thanks for these videos! I listened to all your points in this video. More specifically I’m worried about memory problems/dementia with SSRIs. Can you touch on my worry about this?

@Dulcimerist Жыл бұрын

@ThatGuy-uh6tm 2 жыл бұрын

3:30 I said I was fine and you read my mind lol. I went in to the doctors this morning and they put me on 25mg of Zoloft daily, I really hope it helps me

@Zilarslanian Жыл бұрын

Hello, how you’ve been doing ?

@nishamack586 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing liz!

@nocturnal5123 Жыл бұрын

I feel very exhausted emotionally most of the time,i need this

@pgs1796 2 ай бұрын

I am glad you have a good experience on the same. Personally I've been taking it for 3 months with no positive mood effects (indeed on occasion racing thoughts which are quite disturbing).along with extreme tiredness, some nausea and stomach upsets which are just not abating. When I next see my psychiatrist later this month I am going to have a discussion about the same, in the meantime though I have begun CBT (Cognitive Behaviour Therapy) which is proving to be very helpful. Had I started CBT earlier (after 6 months of ineffectual Psycho Dynamic therapy) I am pretty sure I would not have considered taking an antidepressant.

@nataliedubious5241 2 жыл бұрын

Yes the overwhelm paralysis is real! I think especially with ADHD 'eat the frog ' type productivity stuff just doesn't work, and I need a couple of quick wins to build momentum.

@oscarross4337 Жыл бұрын

I’m three days into my Zoloft journey for anxiety and depression . I started a journal but I’m going to do a mood calander .

@moxietovani7108 Жыл бұрын

I use Daylio for my mood calendar. It's been really useful.

@princesspatriot6325 2 жыл бұрын

I've been taking 100mg of Zoloft for 2 years. I switched to 150mg for a week and it was too much, I was so weak and tired, I couldn't get out of bed. I might try 75mg. Overall..... it has improved my anxiety tremendously

@taradiana6690 Жыл бұрын

Have you gained weight from it? I was going to start but terrified of gaining weight

@vegetossgss1114 Жыл бұрын

@princesspatriot6325 Жыл бұрын

@@taradiana6690 no I haven't gained any weight on zoloft

@princesspatriot6325 Жыл бұрын

@@vegetossgss1114 you can but it does make you tired during the day

@quantumdom Жыл бұрын

What about talk therapy? Do you take it in combination with other non pharmacological treatments?

@ceciliekolltveit4468 Жыл бұрын

Hello from Norway, and thank you for your video 🥰 I've been taking 200 mg Zoloft for about 17 years now (I know, that's alot), but that was the dose I have to use to function in the daily life 🙄 You are the first person online I've heard talking about Zoloft 🥰 Thank you.

@evethamijmo3191 4 ай бұрын

Hello! Did zoloft cause u health problems? Did u become resistant to it? Im really anxious about all the negative things i read in internet how anti depressants could destroy our brain😢

@ceciliekolltveit4468 4 ай бұрын

@@evethamijmo3191 Zoloft didn't give me any health problems, and I was on the max dose

@ernie8401 5 күн бұрын

I’m on week 2 I can’t wait for it to kick in

@magicstef228 8 күн бұрын

I took my first pill 5 hours ago. I am so scared and anxious now, drowsy at the same time. I am afraid and trying to get as much of positive information as I can about sertaline. I was prescribed for depression, which I thought was ok, as it’s a higher functioning depression. But I really need help. I feel detached, I play the patterns of the 5-8 year old from the abusive upbringing (while I am almost 40) and cannot do it anymore. I want my life back. I am seeking therapy emdr as well. Will include sport in my routine. And I really hope I will be my best self back again.❤

@sofiasousapires 2 жыл бұрын

Can’t believe you have been on Zoloft 1.5 years friend!

@NurseLiz 2 жыл бұрын

I know! It's a little wild but in a good way lol

@Polecat-qz5om 6 ай бұрын

Thank you liz

@redpanda2657 Жыл бұрын

Glad it helped you. Was useless for me but also a massive increase in apathy, flatter but still predominantly negative emotions. On positives, less anxiety, but it wasn't my primary concern in the first place.

@dianassalonspa4985 Жыл бұрын

I’m washing your video because I just take my fits pill of sertraline 25 mg and I’m paranoid but thank you for the video

@jamesrosano9439 11 ай бұрын

Zoloft was a Godsend and saved my life

@Step74776 10 ай бұрын

Antidepressants are just little better than placebo

@nski2236 Жыл бұрын

Just started Zoloft, side effects are making me unmotivated and overall not feeling good about my life. I’m not sure if it’s because of this.. I’m going to continue taking it until I see some results.

@zarasoleil8633 2 жыл бұрын

I am considering Zoloft after my therapist and psychiatrist have recommended it. I’ve been suffering my whole life... but I didn’t want to go on something forever. I hope to retrain my brain to not react so negatively to everything... If this is a trap where I end up on Zoloft and can never get off... I just don’t know if I want a marriage to Zoloft. I really want to be able to do this on my own, or with some assistance from Zoloft short term... but forever... ughhhhh I still don’t know what to do. I do really appreciate you telling your story so thank you SO much for sharing!

@zartasha890 2 жыл бұрын

Same..so what did u do

@zarasoleil8633 2 жыл бұрын

@@zartasha890 I’ve started micro-dosing psilocybin mushrooms... it helps to create new neural pathways in the brain so we can reprogram our mind. Doing it alongside mindfulness practices (meditation, journaling, and being more conscious of my internal dialogue), I can see the issues with my thought patterns and literally start thinking the opposite for a better mind frame and perspective. I hope it helps! Not a magical cure, because you need to do the “work” (aka mindfulness and reprogramming your mind) but I LOVE that there are no negative side effects. It won’t effect your libido either (big bonus). Plus I feel so much more chill. And I can be in a vehicle as a passenger without having a panic attack (I’ve never had my license because of anxiety) and now I can at least tolerate a drive across town.

@Angelcatsun Жыл бұрын

This is exactly me. What did you decide?

@shannonholmes5130 11 ай бұрын

I have 2 bottles of Zoloft. I have pain in my neck, gall bladder issues, gut issues, diverticulitis, vision issues, arthritis in Right hand due to breathing my 4th metacarpal 2 years ago, constipation, house needs repair, inflation, hours at work full time to 20hours a week due to employer not finding me more clients , burning back pain when working in my kitchen all duties. Husband of 35 years, lost his doctor due to retirement, so cut off his Norco Vicadin, found Fetanol, I have had anxiety attacks for 20 years on and off. Triggered a couple of months ago , when dormant for 9 years. So one day in tears, I explained this to my DR. The answer was Zoloft. Since she did not address my physical ailments. I refuse to take Zoloft because my circumstance is more my internal body. I was perfectly healthy 2 years ago, until bitten twice by the same dog, given too many antibiotics that ruined my micro biome. C-Diff, COVID, ect I go in for a well check, her only concern was my reaction to Zoloft

@stardustring 2 ай бұрын

Pray about it. The brain is very powerful. I think with therapy you can get through it.

@ErikHietland Жыл бұрын

Week 3. My awareness and energy darkens. Manny hell expiriances in the morning and evening, beyond words. Trusted the Docters again who destroyed 30 years of my life with other psychofarmaca. Beyond words. Extreme. Don,t know how long i will survive this hell. Hope for the best.

@saadliaq1590 Жыл бұрын

??? What happened

@Sasherrobinson Жыл бұрын

Liz, you sound like a light skinned version of me lol. This is my experience. I'm a perfectionist -- that does not help. Today is my first day on sertraline, after having a major panic attack on the train a few weeks ago. Culturally this type of medication is frowned upon. This had a major say in whether I sought help for anxiety that I thought was simply a character trait. it - is - not.