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San Jose, CA

I was diagnosed with depression and massive anxiety 6 years ago when I had my nervous break down. Have been on Anti depressant and lorazepam for Anxiety. My question is will I have to take these for the rest of my life??

January 20, 2018 (edited)
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Members shared personal experiences around the question of whether anti-anxiety and antidepressant medications are lifelong commitments, with... Read more

Members shared personal experiences around the question of whether anti-anxiety and antidepressant medications are lifelong commitments, with the overall message being that it truly depends on the individual. Several members described trying to go off their medications, with some managing successfully and others returning to treatment, and many stressed the importance of working closely with a doctor to taper gradually rather than stopping abruptly. A recurring theme was self-acceptance, with one member sharing a doctor's advice that needing medication long-term is no different than a diabetic taking insulin, and that there is no shame in it.

A MyDepressionTeam Member

I met with my doctor and she is weening me off Klonipin. She feels that they are not necessary with the new medication I am taking. I trust this lady, she is pretty clever.

January 26, 2018
A MyDepressionTeam Member

The thing with Clonazepam (Klonipin) is that eventually you will need to raise the qty. I was told the most they will ever prescribe. I know when I haven't taken them

January 24, 2018
A MyDepressionTeam Member

Honestly it depends on the person. I've tried going off mine and it did not go well at all so I've just accepted I'll be taking them for the rest of my life. But other people are able to successfully go off meds. If you decide to try going off the meds work with a doctor (preferably a psychiatrist or psychiatric nurse) to taper off your meds gradually. Some are more difficult to quit than others. Good luck!

January 21, 2018
A MyDepressionTeam Member

I doubt you will, As long as you are getting the right help and understand what works for your anxiety. As time goes on you will find ways to deal with it. It will be your choice whether you want to stay on or off stay strong much love.

January 20, 2018
A MyDepressionTeam Member

I love that doctor VanessaBarragan....I wish more were as smart!

February 28, 2018

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