Posted by Bill LL on June 9, 2004, at 11:18:29
In reply to Need some advice on long term depression, posted by Bluegirl7 on June 9, 2004, at 6:50:11
I would consider adding Ambien for sleep. It's very safe and effective for long term use.
There is also Provigil (Modafinil) which is very safe and effective to give energy without jitteriness.
As for long term depression, I personally have had major anxiety and depression since I was a little kid. I know that mine will not be manageable without drugs.
The 2 psychotropic drugs that I take are Lexapro (30 mg) and Strattera (120 mg). I have almost no depression due to Lexapro.
Strattera has significantly helped me so far with anxiety and concentration. It also gives me more energy. But I have only been on Strattera for a month so I have to see if it keeps working.
> I have a question for people with long term depression. Do you think its possible to ever get rid of it? I have been on all kinds of meds and combos and mood stabilizers. I don't feel its normal to spend the whole weekend in bed. But I go to work everyday. Maybe its because I have to. I am single and have no one else to depend on. Currently, I am taking Effexor XR, Prozac and Trileptal. I am 47 and don't look my age and really don't want to waste my life away but have no motivation to socialize with people. I have been divorced for 14 years and feel my life is over. I have felt happy a few times in my life. But its been a long time. I can't really sleep I just lay in bed with my eyes closed. Please give me advice on what to do. Thanks.
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