Re: When does cipralex kick in
Hi. I've replied again on shrimp's thread but didn't want you/this post to feel ignored and ya did post yesterday.
Rereading your post, you've had some changes which is good. Otherwise it would have been a bit long without much benefit. Ah yes the NHS and its magic "two weeks", I've always been suprised that Arsenal's Eduardo wasn't sent home to see if his leg got better on its own! It may take a bit longer for the meds to make a difference. Its a sequence of changes even if they work, first chemical, then brain, then emotions. THEN we have to manage to change despite all our past feelings and experiences. Not being negatve - or don't mean to be - I just mean its not a quick journey.
On the whole you should find that the best days are better now. Its learning to manage the worse ones. The other thing about your family occasion is that its best NOT to worry about it. Easily said I know, but negative rehearsal is a very common trait and very limiting. Its one of the first mental behavours to try and beat. Some meds help more with this than others. Also it depends what the event is but sometimes its worth remembering that family doesn't own us and ought to be amongst the most supportive people around us. I realise this often isn't true BUT letting them get on top of you or force an anxiety crisis may not be the solution you need. Take Care.
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Kevin, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, UK
Probably GAD & Phobias. Anxiety and renewed Depression medicated (Venlafaxine). Trying to improve.