I'm new here

[mumofthree]

My name is Elaine and I live in Australia. I have 3 teenage children and a husband. Stress has been getting the better of me for the last few years and I finally went to the doctor and did something about it. I have just started a course of sertraline and hoping life will get better soon.

I haven't been sleeping, I've been edgy and lashing out, stressed out over little things, stressed over the many arguments my hubby has with 17yr old son. The list goes on.

[diane07]

Hi mumofthree

A huge warm welcome to nmp.

You'll get loads of advice and support here and make some lovely friends along the way.

Best wishes

[Rachieroo]

Hi Elaine, I'm new here too, I joined about 2 days ago. I'm feeling much the same as you, my job is really stressful at the moment and its bringing my depression/anxiety to the surface. Im finding it hard to not feel edgy and it results in my either feeling like I cant cope or that I end up hurting those around me that have done nothing wrong, like my fiance, my parents etc. I've got to the stage where on times nothing interests me anymore and I just cant be bothered with things like seeing friends etc. I went to the GP, who didnt really do much, so I'm hoping that whilst I won't find a cure on here, I can talk to ppl about things without being scared of being stereotyped or branded a "nutter" etc.
I think that most medication takes a while to start having an effect, so fingers crossed you may start feeling a little better soon and can relax a bit more about things xx

[paula lynne]

Hi Elaine, welcome aboard, good to have you with us! Give the meds some time to kick in, Im sure youll be feeling much better soon x:welcome: