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Really struggling for the last few days and would appreciate any advice or suggestions. 
I have been on antidepressants for 3 months now and have tried to stop taking them on a few occasions, I have not managed without them for more than 3 days. I don’t like how they make me feel when I take them as I feel very numb and just nothing I suppose,I have also lost interest in everything pretty much and don’t feel the need to enjoy the things that Used to Interest me. This is the reason why I keep trying to stop taking them but I feel so awful right now, is this withdrawal or is it my body telling me what life was like before them? I’m so confused and uncertain about what to do for the best. I wish I had never started them but I was desperate at the time.

Why is life so complicated. 

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  • They affect different people in different ways, some find them incredibly beneficial others not (I fall squarely into the latter category). I didn't find that they changed my mood, I didn't feel numb or distant. It can also depend on the brand or specific drug you are taking, apparently they all work slightly differently.

    With all medication concerns you need to speak to your prescriber, don't just stop as some have worse withdrawal than others.

    If one type isn't working, ask to try something else possibly in conjunction with some talking therapy. They aren't a quick fix but they can be a useful tool.

    Take care 

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  • They affect different people in different ways, some find them incredibly beneficial others not (I fall squarely into the latter category). I didn't find that they changed my mood, I didn't feel numb or distant. It can also depend on the brand or specific drug you are taking, apparently they all work slightly differently.

    With all medication concerns you need to speak to your prescriber, don't just stop as some have worse withdrawal than others.

    If one type isn't working, ask to try something else possibly in conjunction with some talking therapy. They aren't a quick fix but they can be a useful tool.

    Take care 

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