I wonder why you are being prescribed a slow acting SSRI rather than a quick acting anxiolitic (anti-anxiety med). Zoloft takes 2 weeks to start to take effect. A benzo like Klonopin or Xanax will give you a quick benefit. I had extreme anxiety issues last fall due to an extreme stress event. My doc started me on Klonopin while the Celexa (SSRI) took weeks to take effect. Read my signature.

Benzos are to be respected and hopefully not used for long term. But, for short term, they can be worthwhile.

A concussion can change the way the brain tolerates stress and sensory stimulation. It helps to reduce both.

I keep the left over Klonopin available for 'just in case' situations. I have used it a dozen times at a half dose.

I wonder if a psychiatrist or psychologist is the best. A psychiatrist with experience with concussions may be helpful.