I already go frequently to therapy and take SSRIs (for over 10 years now). I guess they kinda help as antidepressants, but anxiety wise I haven’t had any luck if it’s not Benzos or Weed (but weed creates money anxiety on the comedown)
Should I try to meditate? I’m thinking on reading anxiety books but am worried the usual tips (go exercise, eat healthier, sleep better, etc) won’t exactly work out since we think differently. I know they are all good advice but they are extremely hard to stick to.
Stimulants help but I get extremely anxious on the comedown after they wear out, so I decided not to try them anymore.
Non stimulants ADHD meds were not helping, but I might have not given them enough time to work.
Idk, I’m confused right now. Too much bruxism lately, muscle cramps and trouble sleeping. Gabapentin helps to sleep but I don’t take it daily, afraid I can get “addicted”. I usually skip weekends.
I’m curious, are you also taking an SSRI with Strattera? I’m thinking of giving non-stimulants another chance.
No, I was diagnosed with anxiety years ago but due to financial reasons I never took anything for it.
My current doctor prescribed me a couple different anxiety meds (that I can’t remember the name of as I’m not taking them) and when we started addressing my ADHD it mostly became a non-issue.
Even though my PTSD still kicks up sometimes, I’ve noticed that when my ADHD meds are working I can avoid the “mentally circling the drain” thing that leads to panic attacks for me. And due to avoiding that it usually allows me to pull my mind back together enough that even in the evening when I’m trying to sleep it’s a lot easier.