Posted by CraigD on April 14, 2004, at 22:00:13
I'm not usually one to post expansive existential questions on this board, but I really need to start up a dialog about emotional blunting on SSRIs.
This is my third jaunt on them (celexa for the second time) and I'm noticing a deleterious effect on my love life. NOw the sexual side effects are obvious, but I'm talking about that excitement, engagement, the pining, and hope that comes along when you meet someone new. It's gone.
I can say I've truly been in love twice in the past 10 years, and both times have been when I'm not on any medications. Now it's true that I'm able to romantacize and long for past relationships when I'm on the SSRI's, but there's something missing when I try to meet someone new.
I'm guessing that part of what makes love a strong emotion is need and the contrast of loneliness. If these "negative" emotions are checked by the SSRIs, How is that magic ever going to happen?
It sucks because without the meds I'm anxious, obsessed with abandonment and convinced I'm unloveable. I'm much more of a catch on the meds, but I feel like I've removed myself from the sea altogether.
I'm wondering if dropping the SSRIs and just doing a benzo to quell the anxiety. Is a good Idea.
I welcome everyone's thoughts and experiences and feedback on the topic.
Cheers,
CraigAnyone else feel like this?
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