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Depression and Anxiety at an older age
I am a 70 year old woman who has had depression and anxiety for a long time. It got worse 3 years ago when my husband lost one of his jobs. I panicked and my anxiety increased. I was afraid to do things. like driving. I have arthritis pretty bad and foot problems. I'm a Christian and my faith has helped me. My husband was a pastor and our church closed 3 months ago. We've had continual stress. Sometimes I don't know what to do with myself during the day. I've gotten help from several doctors, including a psychiatrist. I also have IBS. I am better. I'm taking trazadone duloxetine, remeron and xanax. Also on osteo biflex, probiotic , bentyl and celebrex. I want to get on Sam e but it may interact with one of my meds. Thanks for listening.
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Have you tried therapy or joined any online support groups where you can learn new skills to deal with your issues. I like CoDA, Alanon, ACA, and so many more. Pills treat the symptoms, they do not fix the problem.
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2 ReactionsHave you tried therapy or joined any online support groups where you can learn new skills to deal with your issues. I like CoDA, Alanon, ACA, and so many more. Pills treat the symptoms, they do not fix the problem. I am 74 and lowered my anxiety meds but have also done a lot of therapy,