Anti depressants
 

Hey guys me again!

I feel bad like I only drop in when I'm having trouble. But here goes.

I am taking Zoloft 100 mg for my depression, I had good results with it, felt propped up, had positive energy (I can do this!!) but now I'm kinda back in the dumps. Blah, trying hard to do the right rhings but can't seem to get going again.

My questions are, anyone experience this with Zoloft , what kinds of anti depressants should I inquire about. Lastly I really feel up and down! Is that typical of depression or am I having some bi polar things going on! All help is appreciated I have been trying to ride this out for about a month!

You should tell your psychiatrist the Zoloft is insufficient and s/he should try an adjustment. If you're working with your GP, try to get to a psychiatrist if you have coverage - the GP can do basics, but the psychiatrists have more knowledge if you need to expand options. Everyone is so different that getting suggestions from us isn't really that helpful. The doctor needs to hear your details and apply her knowledge of how the meds work.

I was on Lexipro for a couple of years and it worked well in combination but then stopped working. Apparently sometimes this happens. So if you've been on it for a while, this could be the case?

I believe that generally if there's a bipolar issue, the SSRI would cause more of a manic issue right from the start - don't assume that anyway, bipolar is not just ups and downs. I am the wildest roller coaster ride of emotions over the past year... messed up brains.

Be well.
Julie

I agree with Julie. Try to find a psychiatrist who also understands head injuries. If there is a brain injury rehabilitation clinic nearby, contact them and ask for a referral to a psychiatrist who understands the issues.

Keep in mind that psychs are as different as any diverse group. They have biases and specialties/passions. The right one is out there.

is there a brain injury support group in your area ? That can also be a good source of a referral.