Posted by Zana on March 30, 2009, at 12:22:24
In reply to Re: Why is anhedonia regarded as a part of depress, posted by Onestone on March 30, 2009, at 9:10:03
It seems to me that you are asking a chicken and egg question here. Which came first the anhedonia or the depression and that you are struggling to diagnose yourself.
If by anhedion you mean that you do not take pleasure in anything, it sounds to me like you are depressed. Anhedonia is actually not part of the diagnostic criteria for a major depressive episode - "markedly diminished interest or pleasure in all, or almost all activites of most days, nearly every day" is how the DSM IV puts it. Is that what you are experiencing?
It sounds like Wellbutrin is not the right drug for you or that you need something in addition. You do not mention having anxiety so I would agree that ADs at the more stimulating end of the spectrum might be helpful. Have you tried any other meds?
Zana
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