Hello- so my intrusive thoughts came back and i upped my lexapro from 5mg to 20mg. Now for 2 weeks. Still don’t feel great. Anyone know if it takes longer to get back in your system? Or what? Frustrated . Txs
hey there! i totally get where you're coming from, and i wish i could just say something magical to make you feel better right away. but i don't want to provide reassurance to your OCD because it's kind of like feeding a stray cat—if you feed it, it just keeps coming back for more, right? but remember, you're definitely not alone in this! your OCD is just being extra annoying and loud today, but that doesn't mean you're not making progress. keep doing your best and try not to listen to the OCD chatter too much. sometimes it just takes a bit of time for things to settle down, especially with medication changes. hang in there, you're doing amazing!! sending you lots of strength and hope!
I'm so sorry you're feeling frustrated right now. I can really relate to the struggle of waiting for medication adjustments to take effect. I wish I could tell you something to make you feel better instantly, but we both know that wouldn't help in the long run. It sounds like your OCD is being particularly chatty and annoying at the moment, and I know how hard that can be. Just do your best to not listen to it and remember, you're stronger than your OCD. Keep hanging in there, and perhaps consider reaching out to your healthcare provider to discuss your concerns.
I'm so sorry you're feeling frustrated right now. I hear you, and I know how tough it can be to wait for medication adjustments to take effect. When I had to adjust my medication in the past, I remember feeling so impatient and anxious, wondering if I would ever feel better. It's completely normal to feel this way, and you're not alone in this struggle. Sometimes, it can take a few weeks for the full effects of a dosage change to be felt. It might be helpful to reach out to your doctor to discuss your concerns and see if there are any other steps you can take in the meantime. You're doing the best you can, and it's important to be gentle with yourself during this process. Remember, you have the strength to get through this challenging time.
Thank you all. Been on the 20 for past 2 wks. Feel minimal relief. Not like I have in the past. The thought Of playing around with another med to see if it will work is giving me anxiety.
Hello. I am a mom of a 15 yo who has been diagnosed with severe OCD and also depression and anxiety disorders. Medication was recommended. Specifically clomipramine. As of now he refuses to take it. Says he 50 % of the way considering it. He was not able to complete most of his HW last week, spends much of the day feeling anxious, isolates in his room for hours. Says he wants to try to manage it - says he’s doing better bc he was able to focus in his math class - says he doesn’t want med bc he is afraid it will mess w his mind (numb his feelings). Any advice for how to get him over this hump? Any good experience from med? It’s hard for me to watch him suffer knowing that med is an option and he could be feeling better. Also hard to watch him get zeros in classes when he is smart and capable. Thank you ahead of time. Also, his NOCD therapist is on vacation but had recommended med as well to help my son engage better in ERP
I have a question My OCD has felt almost invisible the past few weeks and now that is starting to stress me out a lot. Right now I am at a point in my treatement where I was asked if I would like to take medication. I told my therapist this week that I would like to try the medication based on how miserable I feel in during OCD flare ups. But now my brain always tells me that I only go throught this treatement etc. to seek attention and that I am just dramatic and should be ashamed of myself for wanting to take this medication. So now I am doubting if I should take the medication or not. Any advice?
Hey friends, I hope you all are well. I just wanted to check in and ask people's experiences about being on medication. I have had OCD pretty much my whole life, just got recently diagnosed 4 months ago and my therapist recommended that I get on meds for it so I have a psychiatrist appointment set up. I'm a little apprehensive about getting on them, but I've realized that I do have some sort of chemical imbalance in my brain that plays a part in my OCD and anxiety. I would love to hear anyones experiences or words of encouragement. Thank you, I hope you all are well.
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