36 This is quite a tough read (in the sense of, it's deeply frustrating) - I've been taking an SSRI for a few months now, and it has made me much worse. This article goes into some detail as to just how ubiquitous, and frequently ineffective, these damn drugs are. 13% of Australians are on one!! (archive.is) posted 1 year ago by bamboozler1 1 year ago by bamboozler1 +37 / -1 38 comments share 38 comments share save hide report block hide replies
Pushing 20 years, tried going off and it was horrible. Tapered down to minimum dose, but when your working and you know you'll be both physically ill and fucking wrecked for months, when do you take half a year or more to get off them?
Jesus, I’m so sorry. I cannot imagine that…
I honestly don’t think I could live with that, so you’re stronger than me… 😔
I… Well, frankly I’m not even sure how long I would last, if I became that dependent…
Totally understand you on those symptoms, though. It’s hell, and I’ve only experienced that for a much, much shorter time…
Man, I’m truly sorry you’re in that situation. 😑