Posted by Anna P. on March 13, 2000, at 17:10:42
In reply to Re: Zoloft induced hypomania SAD, posted by d'bora on March 12, 2000, at 13:59:08
> Hello all. I was interested to find these postings as I, too, experienced hypomanic symptoms a few years back when I was treated with Zoloft. The Zoloft was prescribed for a long mis-diagnosed recurrent depression due to Seasonal Affective Disorder.
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> The hypomania brought on by Zoloft manifested first as extreme irritability and later (in spring and summer) as greatly increased energy, mild euphoria and a much reduced need for sleep. This began to happen within the first 6-8 weeks or so of taking Zoloft. I've been through a number of different antidepressants since, none of which had quite that marked an effect.
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Hello d'bora and everyone. After years now I understand what has happened to me. I also thought I have the Seasonal Affective Disorder. I also took Zoloft, and had "seasonal switches". However, I haven't experience mania, so I haven't suspect bipolar. Now , I know there are few types of bipolar. I just loose my energy every spring and fall, and go back to normal during the summer. The loss of energy is significant - I become dysfunctional, and so far no medication have helped.None of the local doctors knew what it is.
Anna P.
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