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Tom re antidepressants: i have tried quite a few and unfortunetely cant find one that is right for me. they either overtranquilize or over energize. yes, docs are quick to prescribe--all they know is that some work for some and others work for others. they are just trying to find one that works for you. Should they be more homeopathic--sure but they didnt leaarn that in school. As a chronically ill person, i ve learned that most doctors are hammers, therefore everything looks a nail to them! Try differnt docs or pitch in with your own suggestions--the goods one will listen. FWIW--i am finding that a benzodiazapine works pretty well for me; it doesnt make me happy, but it gives me enough calm and energy to go forward most of the time. So i think i am a person whos depression may be caused in some or in whole to my anxiety. I am aware of possible addiction so I dont take it everyday. Bob ----- Original Message ----- From: "Tom McCreary" <[log in to unmask]> To: <[log in to unmask]> Sent: Thursday, July 24, 2003 7:16 PM Subject: Do PWP require an antidepressant > I am appalled at the ease a Dr will scratch out script for an anti-depressant. Is it imperative we all be on them and if so isn't there a guide Dr's should consult before assigning us to one or another of these little pills? I have been reading some info on different ones and most seem strapped with many potential undesirable side effects. > Paxil recently played out for me and i have beenonEffexor for a month and am weepy all of the time. I feel a need to change so I called my PCP and without hesitation he prescribed Lexapro. The side effects are not inviting in the least? I am not sure i want to begin this next attempt at taking on a new drug as my new neuro has recently made several modifications to my old regimen. > Has anyone found a natural therapy they have had success with? > If so please share... > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > To sign-off Parkinsn send a message to: mailto:[log in to unmask] > In the body of the message put: signoff parkinsn > Thanks. Tom ---------------------------------------------------------------------- To sign-off Parkinsn send a message to: mailto:[log in to unmask] In the body of the message put: signoff parkinsn