Anyone dealing w/ depression?
 

If so, what are you taking to help it?
Anyone doing any natural remedies for it?
Anyone taking Wellbutrin or the generic bupropion?

Thanks! :hug:

I take Cymbalta. I used to take Wellbutrin because it has less side effects, but it didn't help me very much.

I stopped taking my Cymbalta over Christmas break, because I thought I might be able to go without it, but I ended up feeling very "blah" and had no motivation, so I just started taking it again last week.

Are you taking Wellbutrin??

Dealing with depression is no fun...

I'm taking bupropion...have been for quite awhile

I'm taking Lexapro, my husband died last May. The only thing that makes me happy these days are my furbabies. If I didn't have them.........

:( :( :( :( I'm so sorry about your husband !!! I know what you mean about your furbabies...my husband died almost 5 months ago and while I'm less tearful all the time - I still feel so depressed and not the same person I was when he was alive....The girls have really helped me keep it together - there were so many days I was in a deep dark place and if I didn't have them to take care of I don't know what I would have done.....

Sending hugs to you and my condolences.

I'm on medication now for the 1st time in my life -but not any of the ones listed. I tried wellbutrin and it made me feel terrible

Jenn - are you ok ?? If you need to talk I'm here

Sorry you are feeling so bad jenn, I have been on lexapro for almost 6mths, Its ok but upsets my stomach at times, Im also on xanax for when i need something quick, I have real bad anxity attacks and deppresion, please if you need to talk, Iam here for you:) sending you big big hugs:hug: :hug:

I will keep you of all you who are dealing with this in my prayers:hands: if anything I can do to help too, please let me know, I really mean this. I also have a friend dealing with post-partum depression is very hard to see someone you love suffer like this. I have heard that exercise work too, don't have to be really hard just a brief walk can help:thumbup:

Ohh Jenn, Sorry hun you are not feeling good right now.
I'm currently on Lexapro for my anxiety attacks, I think I have been on it for about 9 months or so and it sure has helped me.

You don't have to go through this alone hun, ask the doc to give you something.
Let me know if you need to talk. Were all here for you.

Jenn, honey, I have been on antidepressants for years. I was on prozac for quite a few years and am on seratraline (generic for something...can't remember what:D ) and xanax right now. My daughter has been on prozac, lexipro (made her gain weight), cymbalta (had night sweats) and is now back on prozac again. Seems to be working for her. I just remembered what I'm on....zoloft. If you ever need a shoulder or an ear, I am here.

last year i was on lexapro, lorazapam and alprazalam after the baby died, i did stop taking all of it for a few months but went bk on lorazapam when lacey got sick with MVD to help me sleep and not have anxiety attacks. depression sucks but it can get better. if you need to talk pm me i think talking helped me the most even when i didnt know the person.

I am on generic Prozac and honestly don't know how I did without it before. It has helped me so much more than I ever thought it could. :thumbup: :) :)

I'm also here if you ever need to talk. Hugs!

The natural remedies I've heard about are often questionable. The only one I know of someone actually using successfully is St. John's Wart...but the research is still out on this and since it's an herbal remedy, dosing is very iffy.

Exercise is very good and so is a consistent routine. I have also found that it does me a lot of good to avoid drama in my life, and that's it's really okay to say "No, I just have too much going on right now."

People will respect you for it, believe it or not. ;)

That's what I've been taking along with xanex...I've been having pretty bad anxiety attacks too ...I never knew what they were till the last few months - the medication really helps..I sure know it when I don't take it........I'm on my last refill and don't know what I'll do when they run out but don't plan to go back to see the doctor...I have too many expenses with the move coming up :(

I have a new appreciation for people who deal with depression on a regular basis - I know why I feel like I do - but there's so many out there that live their lives with depression not knowing why they feel so bad - and it's not something to take lightly.

ps - jenn - if you need to talk PLEASE reach out if this thread is about you ok ???

I am on Cymbalta....Also have Xanax for panic situations. I tried the Wellbutrin but had a weight gain which caused more emotional upset...

The cymbalta seems to be working pretty good....I agree with a previous post...Routine is soooo good have...It helps me alot...

Was on Fluoxetine(gen for Prozac) but after awhile I could not tell any difference...But it is working for hubby...

I hope things get better for you.....If you would like to ask any other questions, I would be glad to talk...

Joyce

People often get depressed when things don't go well. There are things that can contribute to depression. For example, aspartame, the artificial sweetener in diet drinks can lead to depression. Several years ago my husband started drinking diet drinks and after a while he was feeling really down. I found out about the aspartame and he quit drinking the diet drinks and almost immediately he started feeling better. Also, sunshine is great for battling depression. I know part of my problem is I do not get outside enough. Taking a vitamin B complex really helps and a omega-3 fatty acid or cod liver oil. I will never take any prescription medicines.....I saw what they did to my mother and grandmother. I go the natural route. I am 59 years old and have not been to a doctor in 15+ years. I do need to lose weight but other than that I have been very healthy. Of course all my Yorkie babies keep me busy. I know depression is a very serious problem for many people and one should seek help if it is serious enough.

Actually - not to sound like a 'know it all' because for this problem I only recently understand how serious it is & am far from knowlegable on this subject - but it can be really hard to overcome depression without medication because some people have 'chemical imbalances' which really can't be 'treated' without medication

Lots of people are easily depressed when 'things don't go well' but it's also a physical problem. I can only speak from experience but had a cousin who battled it her whole life and at 30.... killed herself :(

in my case - my husbands death brought it on & I know it's normal to be depressed for that reason - but it was physical in so many ways - it got so bad that I couldn't eat - sleep - think right... and literally....stay so tired I have to force myself just to get thru each day. It's a daily struggle but I know if I hadn't gone to the doctor I'd be in worse shape. I still have alot of symptoms - tiredness - memory problems and hopeless feelings but if it weren't for medication - I know it would be so much worse.

if one can treat anything naturally - that's great - but prescription medication sometimes is the only thing that helps regulate the brain and how we feel

I've been dealing with depression most of my life. I have tried just about all the meds there are. Cymbalta worked ok but I am back on Effexor XR right now. It doesn't seem to be working as well as it did the first time.

I also take something for anxiety and a mood stabilizer.

I tried the homepathic/herbal remedies but I guess my depression was too bad for it to work. Those usually work on mild depression.

I know what you guys mean about our little fur babies keeping us going... there have been days when I wouldn't have made it if it hadn't been for my girls.

Depression is no fun and there are no easy answers for it.

Aspartame is really bad:thumbdown, sunshine and proper vitamins and minerals are really good. While back I purchased two little pockets books called the Bible cure for Depression and Anxiety and other one pms and mood swings by Con Colbert M.D (natural remedies) it also help you with the chemical imbalance:thumbup:

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I am taking welluburtrin sr:aimeeyork (sp) he helps. I was suppose to be taking it for quit smoking. (did not work) and I have A.D.D. and it helps with that also.



Cheryl:aimeeyork

I've been taking antidepressants for about 7 years now. I've been on a few and finally found what works for me. I take Zoloft for anxiety and Wellbutrin to help with the side effects from Zoloft. Zoloft works wonders for the anxiety but I find without the Wellbutrin I have no motivation and become very withdrawn. Now I feel normal, thank God!!! I know with me it started with way too much stress. I must have used up all my reserve of serotonin because now I have to be on medication but that's okay. There is a real misconception about antidepressants. People need to be educated so there is less of a negative stigma attached to it. Diabetics need insulin and we need serotonin. If anyone is having a difficult time I am also available to talk anytime. No one needs to go through this alone. There is obviously many of us here who have been through it.

What kind of foods contain Aspartame ? (please don't say Diet Pepsi !!)

Just about all diet drinks contain aspartame. Here is what is in Diet Pepsi:

Diet Pepsi is a low-calorie carbonated cola, introduced in 1964 as a variant of Pepsi-Cola with no sugar. Its current formula in the United States contains only the artificial sweetener aspartame. The current Canadian formulation contains both aspartame (124mg/355ml) and acesulfame potassium (32mg/355ml)[citation needed]. Pepsi does not list on its United States labeling the exact amount of aspartame/Nutrasweet present.

Here a good article that talks about aspartame:
http://www.mcmanweb.com/article-110.htm

:thumbup: :thumbup: No matter what the cause, sometimes you need meds to get to a place where you can even begin to recover. I take lexapro and have for a long time. It works great for me. My husband had his 1st heart attack at age 40. That was 14 years ago and he still has lots of problems. Both of my parents died last year..8 months apart, and we were very close. What I'm trying to say is, situational or physical, take the medicine and take care of yourself. God Bless You. Betsi

some info on the affects of using it,I also rad somewhere it's all a myth.:confused: Toxicity Effects of Aspartame Use
Selection of adverse effects from short-term and/or long-Term use
Note: It often takes at least sixty days without *any* aspartame or nutrasweet to see a significant improvement. Improvement in health is also often accompanied by weight loss. Check all labels very carefully (including vitamins and pharmaceuticals). Look for the word "aspartame" on the label and avoid it. (Also, it is a good idea to avoid "acesulfame-k" or "sunette.") Finally, avoid getting nutrition information from junk food industry PR organizations such as IFIC or organizations that accept large sums of money from the junk and chemical food industry such as the American Dietetic Association.
seizures and convulsions
dizziness
tremors
migraines and severe headaches (Trigger or Cause From Chronic Intake)
memory loss (common toxicity effects)
slurring of speech
confusion
numbness or tingling of extremities
chronic fatigue
depression
insomnia
irritability
panic attacks (common aspartame toxicity reaction)
marked personality changes
phobias
rapid heart beat, tachycardia (another frequent reaction)
asthma
chest pains
hypertension (high blood pressure)
nausea or vomitting
diarrhea
abdominal pain
swallowing pain
itching
hives / urticaria
other allergic reactions
blood sugar control problems (e.g., hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia)
menstrual cramps and other menstraul problems or changes
impotency and sexual problems
food cravings
weight gain
hair loss / baldness or thinning of hair
burning urination & other urination problems
excessive thirst or excessive hunger
bloating, edema (fluid retention)
infection susceptibility
joint pain
brain cancer (Pre-approval studies in animals)
death
Aspartame Disease Mimmicks Symptoms or Worsens the Following Diseases
fibromyalgia
arthritis
multiple sclerosis (MS)
parkinson's disease
lupus
multiple chemical sensitivities (MCS)
diabetes and diabetic Complications
epilepsy
alzheimer's disease
birth defects
chronic fatigue syndrome
lymphoma
lyme disease
attention deficit disorder (ADD and ADHD)
panic disorder
depression and other psychological disorders


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Oh that's just great :eek: If you cut me I bleed diet coke!!

Well I have a friend and she was very addictive to diet sodas well she claim that she start having like panic attacks and anxiety and she was back to normal ones she stop drinking it, there is a lot of controversy on this aspartame thing:rolleyes:

I agree with you, I really think that in some cases meds are the answer:animal-pa

Ive been on Zoloft for (sigh) 12 yrs. I love it and cant be without it. I wish I didnt have to take it but I do.