Posted by Simus on July 5, 2004, at 18:53:55
In reply to RE::: Hey everyone, posted by mystic on July 5, 2004, at 12:55:50
Oh, Mystic, (((hug))) I am so sorry you are on a down swing again. I know exactly how you feel. I sure wish I could do something other than just "listen". It sounds like maybe another med is the answer at this point. It isn't like you didn't give Lexapro a chance. I also understand about the drug phobia. I hesitate to call it a phobia, because that implies an irrational fear of something. And we have had good reasons to have a wholesome respect for these psychiatric drugs. But you HAVE to press on to find an answer, sweetie. You have no choice. You can't live your life like this. And I do believe that there is an answer for you out there somewhere. I wish I could do more for you. If I could, I would. But we will be here with you no matter what. Please, please, during times of anxiety, just maybe break a Xanax in half or even a quarter and take just a piece. It may not do much good at that low dosage, but it will help you to work up the courage to take an effective dose. Another idea is, when you have bad anxiety, take a benedryl. It has a slight calming effect. If you take two, it could make you sleepy though. Please keep in touch.
God bless,
Simus
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