steroid induced severe anxiety and depression/seraquel and xanax
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elizabethj
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I have a history of anxiety, Went for counseling at anxiety center in early 90's, took zoloft briefly and did well. Some fear of social events, grocery stores, public speaking and driving long distances by self but used coping skills, Been through alot last 5 years loss of both parents neck injury with chronic pain and then this May loss of job of 16 years. In November received depomedrol injections into neck. Neck now much worse and steroids put me into severe depression and anxiety with very scary thoughts. Old coping skills and tapes not helpful at all. I feel desperate. Went to 2 different psychiatrists who both prescribed seraquel, even though I'm not bipolar or psychotic, They say it's being used for depression and anxiety. I was taking 300 but had shortness of breath during night. Now on 200 seemed to help but past 2 days more depressed with constant scary thoughts. Also on small dose of xanax, Feel to foggy to drive and too nervous/depressed for job interviews but can't stand to be home alone. Has anyone ever experienced this and does anyone have any good advice? Had reactions to zoloft and celexa Dr. feels I can't take antidepressants in this class. HELP!
Hi Elizabeth,
I am so sorry to hear about all that you have been through.. that is extremely tough.
Way to go! you are reaching out and trying and that is the first step. If you can get this program would you? I think you would benefit 200% from this, I promise it would help you.
I relate to the lost, hopeless feeling and believe it or not I have learned my depression stems from my thinking. I have been off my meds (zoloft and celexa has side effects unbearable to me)for 3 weeks, taking good days and working the program.. Im doing ok. I feel better then when medicated, more ups and downs but I feel more in control. When depression clouds roll over me, I start working on me, using the skills from the program and it eventually lifts.. you must learn your 'viscious cycle', learn the tools to cope, and practise till perfect..
I really hope things get better and keep reaching out! feel free to private message me if you would like! Id be happy to read!
Best wishes!
I am so sorry to hear about all that you have been through.. that is extremely tough.
Way to go! you are reaching out and trying and that is the first step. If you can get this program would you? I think you would benefit 200% from this, I promise it would help you.
I relate to the lost, hopeless feeling and believe it or not I have learned my depression stems from my thinking. I have been off my meds (zoloft and celexa has side effects unbearable to me)for 3 weeks, taking good days and working the program.. Im doing ok. I feel better then when medicated, more ups and downs but I feel more in control. When depression clouds roll over me, I start working on me, using the skills from the program and it eventually lifts.. you must learn your 'viscious cycle', learn the tools to cope, and practise till perfect..
I really hope things get better and keep reaching out! feel free to private message me if you would like! Id be happy to read!
Best wishes!
Elizabeth, For sure stress is cumulative, you have suffered serious losses the last 5 years. don't give up. I am currently on seroquel last 3 months. i know it helps some, but with all meds concerned with side effects and long term use. Psychiatrist just started me on lexapro and thinks I should get off the seroquel.will have to wait and see. I'm currently missing work, but I'm trying just to do the next thing, no matter how small. Washing some dishes, making one phone call, reading one chapter, try to stay active and connected to people. Main thing is don't give up!