Posted by psi-chick on February 25, 2005, at 22:45:39 [reposted on February 25, 2005, at 23:53:49 | original URL]
In reply to Re: Effexor withdrawal symptoms! » CarlaL48, posted by Jiggitykid on February 24, 2005, at 15:56:43
Great to find you here! Been on E for 5 years. Dropped from 75 to 37.5mg three weeks ago and now going to every other day to complete weaning.
IMO it is much better to wean, than cold turkey. Last time I stopped for 4 days I thought I was doing great, then realized I was manic-y as hell. A very good friend/therapist explained the "half-life" effect of this drug, and said you can come crashing down as much as two months after stopping, not realizing it is still withdrawal symptoms and not necessarily you.
I am noticing the HUGE impact that nutrition is having on my moods, especially sugar. I get angry, tired, and depressed, and can even "pass out" from too much, just like alcohol. (Stopped drinking nearly 20 years ago.
Just read a great article in Alternative Medicing magazine about a study done with Omega 3 fatty acids and depression. Very positive results for this and many other things.
My experience and belief too - we "depressives" are often very sensitive - emotionally, spiritually, and psychically - and there are many ways to use this sensitivity to our advantage, rather than medicating what can be a great asset.
Blessings and best wishes to all of you connecting to your true selves! Julia
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