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Help to wean off Paxil/Senior Antidepressants

Depression & Anxiety | Last Active: Mar 4 2:50pm | Replies (25)

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@briarrose

Beautifully said Carolyn and I couldn't agree more. It has crossed my mind that perhaps a new antidepressant for me is actually NOT the answer for me. And this is despite a truly awful panic d/o and PTSD of long standing from childhood (I am now 68). I have read lots on PTSD...and discovered that persistent, chronic childhood trauma(s) are extremely difficult to overcome. In my case it was continuous emotional neglect throughout my formative years. And this affected ever single adult decision I made in my life, continuing my trauma marrying an abusive man. The very abnormal becomes normal. Until you truly see what is in front of you. But the mind & body pay an horrific long life price.
And you are so right...seizures are not simply epilepsy in nature. So glad you became aware of this & a medication management specialist sounds like you are more than advocating for yourself.
I wish you all the best as well.

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You hit the nail on the head. I too always felt ignored growing up. I was a latch key kid left on my own.
Long story, never mistreated but always felt alone. It affected me as I got older and made me angry and depressed. Can't seem to get under 20 of paxil. I have tried a few times

@briarrose and @neri47 I wanted to share this with both of you. I have experienced childhood traumatic events and I understand how it affects a person everywhere in their life. This author really does speak to that and about how to overcome the trauma. In my life, I have overcome the PTSD that was related to my fear of surgery. I regard this as the greatest lesson in my life to have overcome the fear. I have this book.
https://donnajacksonnakazawa.com/childhood-disrupted/
Jennifer