Posted by Carmen on September 22, 1999, at 12:11:38
In reply to Depression or Anxiety, posted by Nancy on September 19, 1999, at 22:23:59
I would like to know how can a psychiatrist diagnosis the difference between depression and generalized anxiety disorder? I have been treated for depression, but my main symptom is horrible anxiety, especially stomach problems, mainly nausea. I am currently taking Prozac and have experienced considerable weight gain. I'm wondering if I went off Prozac and took Buspar, would that control everything? When I was a little kid I couldn't stand to be away from my mother, crying, etc. When I was a teenager, I would get physically sick before a date I would get so nervous, and now, even as an adult and a teacher, I get nauseated alot. Any input from anyone would be appreciated. Does anyone else suffer from nausea this way?
Hi Nancy! Depression and anxiety usually go together. I really don't know how the psychiatrists decide what meds would be good. I have suffered both since I was small too. Yes. Anxiety makes me feel nauseated. I have had to live w/this every day. Right now have been put on Neurontin for social anxiety because that is a real stressor for me. I still have to take Clonopin as needed which usually is in the am around 10. The anxious feeling comes on terribly at that time and I don't know why. I really feel that there's something missing in the brain chemicals or whatever though I was raised in a very stressful environment w/ little affection from mom. I just have consigned myself to the fact that this is my battle to fight in life. Not fun! But from this board I can see that I'm not alone. Hope I've helped you some. Carmen
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