Posted by vandy on October 6, 2003, at 16:03:10
In reply to new on lex, posted by sekou on October 6, 2003, at 15:10:37
Welcome to the club, Sekou!
You're starting a journey that all of us have taken. Someone once explained the mentoring process using an analogy: The novice is in a craft plunging down the rapids while the voice of experience is far up on the bank watching progress. You will hear the voice of experience couselling patience and it's justified, I'm sure. After all, what temporary side effect can hold a candle to chronic depression. You might feel the rapids are too rough and that will be your decision. We are on the bank and you are in the thick of things. But try to remember we've survived the same rapids and can spot obstructions from our vantage point and help you avoid dangers that would be upon you too suddenly to avoid if only viewed at your level. We can also remember the completion of the voyage and the feeling of accomplishment that awaits you. Stick to it. Call for help when you need it. Try not to give up and know that we're here for you to help you through the rapids successfully.
> Hi everyone. I just started 10 mgs of Lex for depression. This is day 4. I am a 35 year only female newly diagnosed with major depression. So far I haven't had much difficulty coping with the side fx, but the clenching is quite noticeable and the insomnia. I have periods where I sleep entirely too much or too little because of the agitation. I decided to switch my dose to 2 or 3pm after talking with my doc. Anyway, I feel this is a long road for me. I am already feeling much better, but the irrational thoughts still come and go. I'll keep you posted.
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> -Sekou
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