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OCD Action Online Forums » Tag: Medication - Recent Posts http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/tags/medication It's Time to Act. OCD Action provides support and information for people affected by Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Mon, 21 May 2012 15:24:32 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 <![CDATA[Search]]> q http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/search.php eduardo on "questions about Sertraline" http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/questions-about-sertraline#post-67065 Sun, 06 May 2012 20:52:53 +0000 eduardo 67065@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Hi Guys, Thanks soo much for the replies! Its so helpful! I gain the impression that it's worthwhile, and that it will help break the cycle of anxiety. I'm beginning to realise my thoughts are just OCD, and hopefully by taking this medication I will be breaking the cycle of anxiety, thus ridding of the ocd! Thanks again everyone, so helpfull! all best, LL firkin on "questions about Sertraline" http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/questions-about-sertraline#post-67051 Sun, 06 May 2012 18:05:32 +0000 firkin 67051@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Hiya LL, I was on sertraline for 5 years before I got bad circumstances that triggered a relapse and they ceased to work. 1. For me, 2 weeks. 2. A week. 3. Pretty much, although I still had some issues with skin picking and binge eating, the intrusive/obsessive thoughts were gone. 4. See above, it pretty much rid me of both anxiety and OCD...but I don't know if when you feel less anxious, the OCD goes anyway. 5. Yep...although didn't even bother to think of them in that context much. Best of luck. daisychain7 on "questions about Sertraline" http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/questions-about-sertraline#post-67047 Sun, 06 May 2012 17:35:47 +0000 daisychain7 67047@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Thanks Twitchy this has actually helped me too <img src="http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/bb-plugins/bb-smilies/default/icon_smile.gif" title=":)" class="bb_smilies" /> twitchy on "questions about Sertraline" http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/questions-about-sertraline#post-67046 Sun, 06 May 2012 17:23:03 +0000 twitchy 67046@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Hi LondonLad, I've recently come off sertraline after taking them for 5 months, I decided not to take them any more as I want to try for a baby, here are my answers. 1, It took about 4 weeks for me to be able to say I was feeling better, I didn't seem to be worrying obsessively about things and I could go home from work and not stress. 2, I didn't really have any bad side effects just a feeling of feeling spaced out and some vomiting but that only lasted two weeks maximum. 3,I wouldn't say I've had 100% recovery,but I am the best I have been in over 10years and they've allowed me to function again. 4. Not sure about this one, I Definately wouldn't say I was free of OCD but I am so much better. I think for me to be free of OCD it won't just take tablets and CBT, but for me to work on it every single day and deal with my thoughts when they hit me, not wallow in them and let them get to me. 5. when you feel better you do realise your thoughts are stupid,they still bother you a bit,but you're able to deal with them that much better. Hope this helps, let me know if you need to know anything else. eduardo on "questions about Sertraline" http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/questions-about-sertraline#post-67045 Sun, 06 May 2012 17:15:13 +0000 eduardo 67045@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Hi Daisy! Thanks so much for your reply. After reading this, I feel much more comfortable in taking them. Many thanks, LL daisychain7 on "questions about Sertraline" http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/questions-about-sertraline#post-67044 Sun, 06 May 2012 16:58:19 +0000 daisychain7 67044@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ I've been taking Sertraline for 7 weeks now so my answers will be limited but I will try my best. No doubt the medication effects people differently though, so a wide range of opinions would be good. 1) For me it took just over 5 weeks to start working properly but from weeks 4 to 5 I did start seeing a significant difference. 2) My bad side effects lasted for 3 weeks 3) I'm still in the process of recovering so I can't really answer that. The medication is working so I feel that I have the ability to help myself, so perhaps you could try CBT or something along with your medication, 4) I'm not sure, I'd be interested to know this myself 5) Again I can't answer this question as I've only been using them for 7 weeks I hope this helps <img src="http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/bb-plugins/bb-smilies/default/icon_biggrin.gif" title=":D" class="bb_smilies" /> eduardo on "questions about Sertraline" http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/questions-about-sertraline#post-67042 Sun, 06 May 2012 15:50:39 +0000 eduardo 67042@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Hi everyone, Some of you may have read what I wrote before about Fluoxetine. I've been suffering from false memory ocd for just over 3 weeks now, and I have been prescribed with 50mg Sertraline tablets (1 daily). I was wondering whether anyone had any opinion or experience on them, as It would be really helpfull for me, before I begin taking them. I have a few questions [/b]1. how long do they take to work? 2. How long do the bad side effects last? 3. have any of you felt complete recovery from taking them? 4. Do they just suppress the anxiety, or do they rid of the ocd completely? 5. Once you've recovered, do you realise that the thoughts were just stupid? Sorry for all the questions <img src="http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/bb-plugins/bb-smilies/default/icon_razz.gif" title=":P" class="bb_smilies" /> I just want to know what I'm about to embark on. Hope everyone's doing okay today! All best, LL wannabefree on "Feeling Really Low and New to Medication." http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/feeling-really-low-and-new-to-medication/page/2#post-62577 Sun, 01 Jan 2012 20:41:02 +0000 wannabefree 62577@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Hi ACB, sorry to hear your suffering a bit... Everything has gone a bit slow since the manic time up until Christmas, and then into new year... Should get better though, Summer is only 4 months, that's only 16 weeks away, then we'll have warm dry weather again, well hopefully!! <img src="http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/bb-plugins/bb-smilies/default/icon_smile.gif" title=":-)" class="bb_smilies" /> Wannabe acb33 on "Feeling Really Low and New to Medication." http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/feeling-really-low-and-new-to-medication/page/2#post-62532 Sun, 01 Jan 2012 00:15:24 +0000 acb33 62532@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Hi everyone. I was just looking back at this thread. It's been a huge help actually. I'm half way through taking my medication at the moment. Been on it about 2 weeks and although I'm sure it's helping I'm suffering with really bad side effects. I know Londoner said about expecting an instant relief but blimey it's been like a whirl wind. I can't eat at the moment, lost my appetite and sleeping has been a nightmare. Been waking up in severe panic attacks and although I'm really tired I can't seem to settle because my mind is racing at 100mph! I woke up at 3:45am this morning in a bit of a state. I dread going to bed because I hate waking up feeling how I do but becoming totally exhausted! I really hope it settles down soon. I'm going to the docs on Tuesday to make sure everything is going ok with tablets. Don't really want to change them but if they are making me suffer I may need to look elsewhere. Anyway thanks again for all your help and advice on above thread. I'm suffering at the moment but hoping it's a sign of recovery. Fingers crossed <img src="http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/bb-plugins/bb-smilies/default/icon_smile.gif" title=":)" class="bb_smilies" /> ACB wannabefree on "Feeling Really Low and New to Medication." http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/feeling-really-low-and-new-to-medication/page/2#post-61818 Tue, 20 Dec 2011 22:34:40 +0000 wannabefree 61818@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Hi everyone... Something I do to help me sleep, i a warm drink, but also we switch a favourite DVD on the TV in the bedroom, and switch it to repeat through the night, that way the room is never silent... It is great for getting me off to sleep... I wake in the morning feeling pretty awful, but that is mornings for me... I tend to dream non-OCD, and the morning reality hhits really hard... I'm beginning to think that my meds are starting to work properly now, I got to day centre today, without having a bath before going... And everything went fine... I'm clean enough, so don't need to do more than wash and smarten up a little bit... Some time in the new year I'll return to playing the electronic organ... Creativity is something I love, so I should return to it... wannabe acb33 on "Feeling Really Low and New to Medication." http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/feeling-really-low-and-new-to-medication/page/2#post-61804 Tue, 20 Dec 2011 20:40:53 +0000 acb33 61804@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Hi Londoner. Wow thank you so much for all the help and advice posted above, it's very kind of you to take the time to sit and send such detailed messages. I can tell you they are much appreciated. I think my medication is ok actually. It might not have been the meds that made me feel I'll the other night, I think it was just the panic attack and I just got into a state. I am a bit shaky still and seem to be very tired with little energy but that's nothing difficult to deal with. I have certainly noticed a difference in myself on the meds but I'm hoping they will continue to improve my mood in time as I still feel quite low and get very distressed and panicky still. How are you anyway? ACB Anonymous on "Feeling Really Low and New to Medication." http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/feeling-really-low-and-new-to-medication/page/2#post-61783 Tue, 20 Dec 2011 15:10:13 +0000 Anonymous 61783@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Hi ACB, so, just in addition to the above, please note that the cut and pasted paragraph from the GP Card refers to a possible "12 weeks" before the medication takes effect, and it lists some of the possible side-effects during the initial stages of taking the medication. The most important thing is just to speak to the GP if you have any concerns. That's what they're paid for! <img src="http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/bb-plugins/bb-smilies/default/icon_smile.gif" title=":-)" class="bb_smilies" /> If you are suffering, you might want to ask the GP about lowering the dosage -- and then have a full discussion with the GP, and then go with the GP's advice, whatever that is. (Be open and honest with the GP; so if you stop taking any medication that they prescribe, or have any worrying side-effects that alarm you, make sure you are telling the GP about this.) I hope you start to get better soon! <img src="http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/bb-plugins/bb-smilies/default/icon_smile.gif" title=":-)" class="bb_smilies" /> Anonymous on "Feeling Really Low and New to Medication." http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/feeling-really-low-and-new-to-medication/page/2#post-61782 Tue, 20 Dec 2011 15:02:19 +0000 Anonymous 61782@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Hi ACB33, I hope you're starting to feel a bit better. I would say that in my own case, I was suffering from signicant side-effects for the first 3 to 4 weeks that I was taking Fluoxetine. (However, as I was severely depressed and anxious at the time, it is extremely hard to tell what was caused by side-effects from the drug, and what was due to the depression or anxiety that I was experiencing already.) I think the best advice is to go to see your GP to discuss any and all side-effects that any medication appears to be having, and to be guided by the GP's expertise. (If in doubt, go to the GP!) <img src="http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/bb-plugins/bb-smilies/default/icon_sad.gif" title=":(" class="bb_smilies" /> (The GP should be well aware of the pros and cons, and various side-effects, of any medications that they prescribe. So the GP is the person to go to every time you have any fears, questions, or worries about any medication that you are taking.) The GP will discuss changing the medication; raising or lowering the dosage; or stopping taking the medication. I have cut and pasted below a paragraph from the "GP Card" on the OCD Action Resources page, about medication and side-effects: "Medication: An SSRI such as fluoxetine, fluvoxamine, paroxetine, sertraline and citalopram may be given to adults either in combination with CBT (including ERP) or alone, depending on severity, and if the patient does not want to have CBT (including ERP), or it is not working. The patient will need to be closely monitored, particularly in initial stages for potential side effects such as akathisia and restlessness, increased anxiety and agitation, self-harm and suicidal thoughts. The medication may not take effect for up to 12 weeks. The patient must be informed about the possibility of withdrawal symptoms if the medication is suddenly stopped. A child or adolescent with OCD may also receive similar treatment with an SSRI, but a specialist will usually be involved." I have also attached the links for the GP Card; and the Medication Information Pack; and the NICE Guidelines again: GP Card: <a href="http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/files/2010/03/GP-Card-v04.pdf" rel="nofollow">http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/files/2010/03/GP-Card-v04.pdf</a> Medication for OCD: <a href="http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/files/2011/02/Medication-for-OCD.pdf" rel="nofollow">http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/files/2011/02/Medication-for-OCD.pdf</a> NICE: <a href="http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/files/2009/09/nice-cg031-publicinfo.pdf" rel="nofollow">http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/files/2009/09/nice-cg031-publicinfo.pdf</a> So be sure to go back to the GP with absolutely any and all concerns you have about any medication that they prescribe for you. The GP may or may not know much about OCD, but they should have very good expertise about medications. All the best. <img src="http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/bb-plugins/bb-smilies/default/icon_confused.gif" title=":?" class="bb_smilies" /> acb33 on "Feeling Really Low and New to Medication." http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/feeling-really-low-and-new-to-medication/page/2#post-61741 Mon, 19 Dec 2011 22:26:19 +0000 acb33 61741@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Yes Thank you. I hate not being able to sleep its the worse thing. It was actually the one thing the OCD hadn't affected until last night but I think the panic attack set it off and after that it was game over sleep wise. Oh no, I'm sorry to hear about your appointment being cancelled, that's all you needed. At least you are going tomorrow though that is good. Try not to put too much stress and pressure on yourself, it's not worth it especially at this time of the year anyway. Haha not at all, it's nice to hear how people are getting on, it takes your mind off your own problems for a while <img src="http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/bb-plugins/bb-smilies/default/icon_smile.gif" title=":)" class="bb_smilies" /> ACB wannabefree on "Feeling Really Low and New to Medication." http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/feeling-really-low-and-new-to-medication/page/2#post-61737 Mon, 19 Dec 2011 22:17:02 +0000 wannabefree 61737@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Hi everyone, ACB something someone once suggested to me, I believe is that when you are having a panic attack, you breath in to a count of say four, and then breath out to a count of say five... What this does is slow the breathing down and remove the effects of hyperventilation and giddiness. When we are panicking, it is impossible to think straight or rationally , but if we slow the breathing down, we recover our composure... Not that I'm any good at it of course! <img src="http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/bb-plugins/bb-smilies/default/icon_confused.gif" title=":?" class="bb_smilies" /> I wish I was... ACB it is good to hear you are touch better this evening, and you Trudy... It isn't easy, but I'm tending to find the evenings a bit easier now... wannabe truddles on "Feeling Really Low and New to Medication." http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/feeling-really-low-and-new-to-medication/page/2#post-61732 Mon, 19 Dec 2011 21:49:39 +0000 truddles 61732@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Hi ACB, I'm glad that you're feeling a little better this evening. Not had too good a day myself, I was on my way to see my therapist this morning and when almost there got a phone call to say the appointment had been cancelled as they were off sick and that she would see me tomorrow instead. So much for carefully planning my week so I could fit everything in <img src="http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/bb-plugins/bb-smilies/default/icon_confused.gif" title=":?" class="bb_smilies" /> I had to wait for someone to meet me and when I finally got in have had to do the washing that I'd planned on doing tomorrow. Even then as it was so late when I got in can only do one load, at this rate I'll never catch up with the backlog <img src="http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/bb-plugins/bb-smilies/default/icon_cry.gif" title=":cry:" class="bb_smilies" /> But hey I've managed to cope - just <img src="http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/bb-plugins/bb-smilies/default/icon_confused.gif" title=":?" class="bb_smilies" /> Bet you wish you hadn't asked? <img src="http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/bb-plugins/bb-smilies/default/icon_wink.gif" title=":wink:" class="bb_smilies" /> acb33 on "Feeling Really Low and New to Medication." http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/feeling-really-low-and-new-to-medication/page/2#post-61721 Mon, 19 Dec 2011 20:42:26 +0000 acb33 61721@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Hi Truddles, Thank You for your message. No I'm not taking natural stuff now. I'm on 20mg Fluoxetine so I didn't take the other tablets for that very reason that I didn't want them to interact. No I haven't had anything from my therapist about panic attacks. I will have to wait until the new year now. I'm feeling a little better this evening. Still a bit shaky but nothing as bad as this morning. How are you today? ACB truddles on "Feeling Really Low and New to Medication." http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/feeling-really-low-and-new-to-medication/page/2#post-61699 Mon, 19 Dec 2011 08:40:38 +0000 truddles 61699@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Hi ACB, Sorry that you've had such a bad night. At the beginning of this thread you said that you'd been taking natural remedies, are you still taking them? If so they could well be interacting with the medication that the doctor prescribed. Has your therapist shown you how to deal with a panic attack? If not ask them to do so. Sorry got to dash but didn't want your post to go unanswered. Trudy acb33 on "Feeling Really Low and New to Medication." http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/feeling-really-low-and-new-to-medication/page/2#post-61698 Mon, 19 Dec 2011 03:14:25 +0000 acb33 61698@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Hello everyone. I doubt anyone will be awake this time of the morning but I am suffering really bad! I've had very good days where I've felt like I've been getting back on my feet but I had a bad panic attack before I came to bed and I'm still panicking now. I know Londoner said the medication made the OCD worse rather than better to begin with but this is a bit of a shock if this is what is meant by worse. I don't know what to do with myself. I'm very tired but scared to sleep atm. Wow this whole illness really does make life a living hell. Anyone else awake and struggling and need of a bit of support like me? ACB acb33 on "Feeling Really Low and New to Medication." http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/feeling-really-low-and-new-to-medication#post-61550 Sat, 17 Dec 2011 20:58:27 +0000 acb33 61550@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Hi Slog, Twitchy & Wannabe. Your right we do seem to be a apologetic bunch. I think we all deserve a bit of self pity sometimes considering what we have to deal with day in day out. I said to my therapist the other day if someone said to me we can take all this anxiety and OCD crap away but you would need more surgery...I wouldn't hesitate to take the surgery! That was a doddle compared to all this, I feel more ill and distressed by this than anything else I have experienced. Londoner is a fab member to have on here. They are living proof that we can beat this and their willingness to help and guide us is a truly lovely and much appreciated effort. Thanks for the CD recommendation Wannabe, il be sure to look at that at some point. I find it very difficult to relax but I've had quite a good day today, any day without continuous shaking and panicking is a good day! We will beat this together with all the help and support we get from each other! Great Job Guys! ACB twitchy on "Feeling Really Low and New to Medication." http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/feeling-really-low-and-new-to-medication#post-61549 Sat, 17 Dec 2011 20:14:17 +0000 twitchy 61549@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Thanks my lovelies, i feel so much better taliking to you all. I'm going to have a look for that OCD CD now. slogsweep on "Feeling Really Low and New to Medication." http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/feeling-really-low-and-new-to-medication#post-61547 Sat, 17 Dec 2011 19:46:24 +0000 slogsweep 61547@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Yes just to back Wannabe up, my meds took roughly 2 to 2 and a half months before they showed any effects. Now they make a huge difference to my quality of life. I read a comment from Londoner on here that his meds took 2 months to kick in also. He knows his stuff on OCD. I've had an anxious day because of moving back home, but I haven't been besieged by intrusive thoughts as I once was (though not left alone either). It's the checking I mainly have to tackle now. Stick with it. It's a long road but things definetly get better. <img src="http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/bb-plugins/bb-smilies/default/icon_smile.gif" title=":-)" class="bb_smilies" /> . Best wishes Slog wannabefree on "Feeling Really Low and New to Medication." http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/feeling-really-low-and-new-to-medication#post-61546 Sat, 17 Dec 2011 19:40:59 +0000 wannabefree 61546@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Hi everyone, Hi Twitchy, don't beat yourself up, this is the OCD, and it can drive us inside ourselves... It is very early days on the meds, it can be difficult to start with, but it has to get better, it just has to... The meds need time to get into your system, and your system needs time to start coping with the meds... I sometimes think that mine aren't doing anything, but they must be, they can't be doing nothing, not with the amount of stuff I'm on... I've got this OCD CD that teaches feel calm to think calm, ACB, and it does help me a bit... It is made by a guy named Albert Smith. I got it through amazon... wannabe slogsweep on "Feeling Really Low and New to Medication." http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/feeling-really-low-and-new-to-medication#post-61545 Sat, 17 Dec 2011 19:39:10 +0000 slogsweep 61545@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ You're not selfish Twitchy, I know the terror you're going through, anyone would feel the same. We're all so apologetic on here. I was lucky enough to get a telling off from Tess about my apologizing! Please don't put yourself down. Accepting you need help is just the start, you've got to do this for yourself. We're in such a bad way. I hope at least that you're finding some strength from these forums. Best wishes, Slog twitchy on "Feeling Really Low and New to Medication." http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/feeling-really-low-and-new-to-medication#post-61543 Sat, 17 Dec 2011 18:59:06 +0000 twitchy 61543@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Selfishly feel sorry for myself,wish i could just sort my head out. acb33 on "Feeling Really Low and New to Medication." http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/feeling-really-low-and-new-to-medication#post-61536 Sat, 17 Dec 2011 17:35:01 +0000 acb33 61536@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Hi Twitchy. I'm feeling ok thank you for asking, just very tired. Alot better than I did yesterday though I felt quite ill yesterday. It's been a good day but getting a little restless now I don't know why. Just trying to stay calm. I think that's half the battle when you stay calm you think alot more rationally with or without OCD. I never realised how difficult that could be though. How are you and everyone feeling? ACB twitchy on "Feeling Really Low and New to Medication." http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/feeling-really-low-and-new-to-medication#post-61530 Sat, 17 Dec 2011 15:48:43 +0000 twitchy 61530@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ How u feeling ACB? acb33 on "Feeling Really Low and New to Medication." http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/feeling-really-low-and-new-to-medication#post-61499 Sat, 17 Dec 2011 07:56:11 +0000 acb33 61499@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Morning everyone, Yet again I've been awake since 5am in and out of panic attacks! I really hope the medication will help me get a better sleep pattern when they start to kick in because I hate not being able to sleep. It's the only time you get rest from the OCD! My eyes are tired but my brain won't switch off. Anyway I hope everyone has a nice weekend. a very tired ACB wannabefree on "Feeling Really Low and New to Medication." http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/feeling-really-low-and-new-to-medication#post-61491 Fri, 16 Dec 2011 22:58:21 +0000 wannabefree 61491@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Hi everyone, yes, it isn't easy is it? I'm like you ACB... I agree, Londoner, you do such a lot to help us, and you really do... You find links to things for us, and are inspiring me to look forward cheerfully to the CBT early in the new year (I hope!) So it is thanks from me too... wannabe acb33 on "Feeling Really Low and New to Medication." http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/feeling-really-low-and-new-to-medication#post-61464 Fri, 16 Dec 2011 13:50:23 +0000 acb33 61464@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Hi Londoner. Wow I'm so so pleased for you that you have got your life back! That is a fantastic achievement and you should be so proud of yourself that you have come through it a stronger person. Im really really low at the moment and simply feel this thing is taking over my life and I can't stop or do anything about it which I hate more than anything. I know the meds will take time to work and I've got a bit of a break from my Therapist now over Xmas and New Year which I'm not looking forward to at all. It is such a bizzare illness though because this is the total opposite of the person I was a few months ago and I think that's what's scary. I feel so stressed out and every day is like climbing a mountain. I'm normally a very confident person, bubbly and like my home comforts but I simply can't settle anywhere and have no concentration cause constantly feel distressed. Wow I sound so dramatic, I'm sorry everyone for dragging you down with me. I just want to say though Londoner that your a lovely person who certainly deserves a peaceful and free from OCD life! Thank you for sharing your story and you are living proof that we can break free from this illness. Thanks again ACB