What anxiety medication also reduces appetite?
First of all this is not an easy answer to provide, as all patients respond to drugs in different ways, so I could not say for certain that there is not an anti-anxiety medication out there that would help with supressing your appetite. What I can tell you is that most drugs which are used to treat anxiety are in the class known as Benzodiazipines. These drugs, in the majority of patients, have the effect of sedation, and making the patient feel very relaxed, in some cases to the extent of being euphoric. They are CNS (Central Nervous System) depressants. Which means they supress vital functions such as breathing rate, heart rate, etc. which in turn decreases metabolic rate. So even if you do get the side effect of appetite loss or reduction, the percentage at which these drugs will slow your metabolic rate will most likely either cancel any weight loss benefits out, or may actually tip the scales out of your favor. There are some drugs which are used to treat depression which are classified as SSRIs and others used to treat pain which are SNRIs, and both of these drug classes can make many people feel very amped up and boost their energy and also make them less hungry. The problem here is, that there are other side effects to these drugs, such as risk of seizure, tremmors, etc. Also, they will do nothing to help with anxiety, they will only worsen it in most cases. I would recommend talking with your doctor. It is possible that a combination of an SSRI and a Benzo may help you best with both your anxiety and your suspect depression. As a result, you may see an increase in your energy level as well as your metabolic rate, and in turn this may lead to you feeling the need to eat less and expend more energy in its place. I will give you a heads up though, that it may take awhile for them to find the best combination and dosages for your individual needs. So you will need to be patient and try to stay as positive and open minded as you can. Good Luck
Which are the medicines people take in the case of anxiety and depression?
Living with anxiety and/or depression can be very debilitating. While there are anxiolytics and anti-depressant drugs available, it is best not to rely on medication alone to treat these conditions. The medication is effective and without significant harmful side-effects, even for long-term use. However, they are not available over the counter and should not be taken unless prescribed by a qualified psychiatrist or physician.If you or someone you know has been experiencing severe anxiety or depression that has persisted for some time and is coming in the way of everyday functioning, the first step is to consult a professional. Both anxiety and depression respond very well to therapy and it is through counseling and psychotherapy that the individual can learn effective coping mechanisms that will take care of the problem at its root.Medicines, on the other hand, will only control the symptoms and prove to be useful support while you learn helpful coping techniques. Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), mindfulness and meditation training, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and interpersonal therapy techniques have been found very effective for this.To learn more about anxiety and depression and effective treatment options, visit: https://ipgcounseling.com/how-we...
What is a good anti-anxiety medication?
I used Ativan. I had overwhelming anxiety. It turned out to be my use of Splenda. Yup Splenda. I like to say sucralose, not Splenda, because that is what Splenda is. And it is in a lot of stuff. The package doesn't have to say Splenda to have sucralose in it. You have to read labels. So, you might still be using it and don't even know it! Sucralose is poison. It ruined five years of my life. I had a laundry list of medical problems while taking it, including overwhelming anxiety, depression, mood swings, insomnia and more. The slogan, "Made from sugar..." is very misleading. Splenda might be made from sugar, but it is far from sugar. The resulting chemical is an organochloride (chlorocarbon). Organochlorides are typically poisons. carbon monoxide - made from oxygen so its like a breath of fresh air
Good, working, anti-anxiety medication? :)?
Hmmm. Where do I start? I have always had anxiety, literally since I was a kid. I've been put on tons of different meds. The anti-depressants (SSRIs) have always caused me problems so I have had to quit taking them. It seems like I'm in that very few percentage of people who fall into the "black box warning." I'm one of those who get depressed, have suicidal thoughts, etc. while taking them. For me, they simply didn't work. A few years back my anxiety hit the roof, trouble with an ex, going to court, etc. Ugh. I was miserable. My doc tried a benzodiazepene which works great, but I sort of had to figure out the dosage on my own. He had me on SO much that I was just loopy all the time, so I very gradually lowered the dose and I'm great. I'm "supposed" to be taking 3 to 4 mgs. a day, but lowered it to 1 or 1.5 over time. No problems. I don't like psychiatric drugs, you can't quit taking them abruptly and they can mess you up until you get your dosage right. Anyway, what I take is called clonazepam (or Klonopin.) None of the depression, not loopy anymore, it just calms me down and slows my dang mind down, too. I feel functional again. No more social anxiety or general anxiety. Whew. It was a rough road getting here, though. You need to go back to your doc. Tell him what's going on and that the Celexa may be helping your anxiety, but now you have new symptoms. The scary ones. As bad as anxiety is, who wants to trade it in for depression???? Good grief. Also, don't take your aunt's meds. That is never a good idea, to take someone else's rx. I hope you get better, and quickly. Two year for me was toooooo long. :( God Bless. Oh, side note. I always forget something. This last spring I just got tired of taking meds, so I quit the clonazepam abruptly. Good one! I didn't sleep for 3 days straight, and on the third day I had 3 seizures. Bad ones. That's what I was referring to when I said you cannot quit taking them abruptly. If taken as directed, your dosage is correct, and if/when you get off them, TAPER off of them. Don't make that boo boo like I did. I hope I haven't scared you. This has just been a LOT of trial and error. You CAN find something that works, and get your life back as I have. Just giving you my experience, so you will know.
Can a person with anxiety & depression get married?
By all means. Actually, I highly recommend anyone who's suffering from Depression or Anxiety to get married. It contributes to our mental health.Marriage is not a source of mental illnesses. It's a source of the remedy.The mindset of a portion of our generation has been conditioned to view marriage only as a wellspring of problems. Maybe that's the reason for questions like these.But the reality is somewhat opposite. It's the solitary life that we need to avoid since it's a source of many mental illnesses such as Depression and Anxiety. Many studies today affirm this fact.No studies ever implied that the marriage/family is a source of Mental disorders. Conversely, studies imply that family life can help to cure mental illnesses.People in the past got married, had dozens of children, raised them with great difficulty, and faced many challenges. They sure didn't get mentally ill like the people of this generation do. The challenges they faced in their family life only strengthened them.Marriage is the foundation of a family. It's a source of the cure for Depression and Anxiety.
What effect does MDMA have on people diagnosed with depression?
3,4-Methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA) belongs to a subgroup of substituted amphetamines that produce subjective effects resembling those of stimulants such as amphetamines and hallucinogens such as LSD (lysergic acid diethylamide), and thus, represent a distinct category of drugs. MDMA acts by increasing the activity of three neurotransmitters - serotonin, dopamine and norepinephrine. The initial release/ upsurge of serotonin leads to mood elevation as well as feelings of empathy, self-acceptance and emotional closeness but in releasing large amounts of serotonin, there is a second phase of brain serotonin depletion. Long-term use has been shown to cause permanent damage to serotonergic nerve terminals.For more helpful tips visit: Hooked_SoberLong-lasting depletion of serotonin may cause vulnerability to depression in chronic MDMA users. Contrary to this, meta-analysis of studies have also shown that an initial transient high is followed by aggravation of depression in already diagnosed cases of depression who have been abusing or self-medicating themselves with MDMA for long. There is also an association between depression and severity of MDMA use and dependence, with higher levels of use being more indicative of greater severity of depression. Stimulant effects of MDMA on sleep may further worsen sleep-wake cycle disturbances in those diagnosed with depression.In diagnosed cases of depression, when taken in large amounts, stimulant drugs like MDMA due to initial serotonin surge may exacerbate the effects of SSRI and SNRI antidepressants resulting in serotonin syndrome. MAO inhibitors are contraindicated in people using MDMA. Deaths have been reported in people taking antidepressant Moclobemide and MDMA together. Fluoxetine, paroxetine and sertraline are potential inhibitors of enzyme CYP 2D6 which metabolizes MDMA. This may result in elevated plasma concentrations leading to toxicity. Thus, there can be potential harmful interactions between MDMA and some of the antidepressants used in depression. Also there can be negative after-effects including confusion, worsening of depression and sleep problems and increasing anxiety in an already diagnosed patient abusing MDMA for long. Thus, stimulants like MDMA share a bidirectional relationship with depression, and should not be abused for self-medication.Follow below links for more help:1. Facebook: #AskHookedSober2. Twitter: #AskHookedSober