Every time my brain is telling me it will last forever, even though it will really only be a few hours. But they feel like an eternity. Don’t really have anyone to talk to about it (My therapist on Monday, but it’s always hard to get going on those convos). No need for sympathy, buy ill take some positive encouragement if anyone has any to spare.

  • TriflingToad@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
    5·
    1 day ago

    yeah I switched like a month ago (Zoloft to Prozac 60mg). The 2 weeks zone is ABSOLUTELY the worst part. I nearly got sent back to the psych ward because I was so depressed 😅

    It gets better, I still have some really rough days and am probably going to go up to 80mg soon 🤞

    Minor sh mention

    Also I’m sure you’ve been informed by your doctor, but the 2 week after depression zone is like RIGHT before it starts working but you feel horrible til then. People don’t know this and assume antidepressants don’t work for them and… well…

    Stay safe. Tell someone about it, anyone. They will keep a watch for if you start spiraling into depression like I did. ❤️

  • some_guy@lemmy.sdf.org
    4·
    1 day ago

    I went through a period where we experimented a lot before finding what works for me. Whether weight gain, insomnia, or (this was cataclysmic) quick enragement, it was all hell. It sucks. It’s temporary. Whether this is the right script or you need to keep trying, eventually you’ll get there. I never expected to be as happy and emotionally well as I am today. Maintain hope. It might take longer than you want, but you can get to a better place.

  • wise_pancake@lemmy.ca
    11·
    2 days ago

    I’ll talk of you need. I’ll try to check my Lemmy more often for replies.

    I know that feeling. It sucks. You’re probably most of the way through by now.

    • DominusOfMegadeus@sh.itjust.worksOP
      10·
      2 days ago

      I hope so. When I get down though, I’m just convinced that everyone hates me. Mentally I know that’s ridiculous, but my Batshit emotions are stronger

      • wise_pancake@lemmy.ca
        2·
        1 day ago

        I mostly just feel zero interest in things, like my brain is completely dried up, but in all conscious and just can’t find anything to think about.

        I’ve never been good at meeting the mentally I know stuff with the emotions I’m feeling

      • wise_pancake@lemmy.ca
        1·
        1 day ago

        How are you doing today?

        Also do you have any movies you like to watch when you’re going through stuff? LOTR or trek are my best comfort movies/media.

  • a_postmodern_hat@lemmy.world
    2·
    1 day ago

    I haven’t tried switching but I can imagine it’s rough. Hope it’s soon all just a memory and you’re living your best life 🤜

    • DominusOfMegadeus@sh.itjust.worksOP
      10·
      2 days ago

      Yeah, halved the dose and then maybe a week on both old and new. My Psych guided me and all that, it’s still tough. Things will be much easier once my living situation improves.

      • MelodiousFunk@slrpnk.net
        6·
        2 days ago

        Things will be much easier once my living situation improves.

        This is kind of a big piece. I don’t even remember how many medications I’ve tried, enough that both psych docs consider it treatment-resistant. At the same time, I’ve got plenty to be depressed about. So it’s been a string of “really can’t tell if this is working,” with one very clear exception that unfortunately came with untenable side effects.

        Best of luck moving forward, shit’s hard. If nothing else, remember that you’re not alone.

  • fujiwood@lemmy.world
    2·
    2 days ago

    I see that you’re a fellow walker, that’s awesome :) How long have you been doing that? I’ve only recently started up again myself.