Question 1

will my depression have adverse effects on my baby?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It is possible.  Many of the medications used to treat pregnancy have a rare but serious side effect in the baby called primary pulmonary hypertension and increased neonatal jitteriness.  If being off your meds means your depression worsens and you are not eating properly that could affect the baby's growth.

Question 2

hello.i'm currently using anti-depression meds as i suffer from anxiety.i'm gym trainer.i want to use steroids.are there any effects of using together?

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Very dangerous: The use of anabolic steroids carries major risks including atrophy of the testicles and major cardiac issues. Why do you think that so many professional wrestlers die so young?

Question 3

i have a great job and boyfriend, but can't seem to be happy, what's wrong? on depression meds but hate them.

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Hard to tell: I would talk to your psychiatrist if you feel the antidepressants aren't working or if you would like to supplement them with some therapy to figure out what it is that is bothering you. However, don't feel discouraged if things should be okay and you still find yourself unhappy, transitioning into good things like a new job or new relationship can also lead to stress and anxiety.

Question 4

what do anti depression meds do ?

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Complicated subject: You may visit this site for a technical explanation:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10086478/
Briefly, these medications increase the amount of dopamine and/or nor-epinephrine in the brain. 
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Question 5

what are some effective anxiety and depression meds?

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SSRI: Talk to your doctor about alternative antidepressants, such as snri or wellbutrin (bupropion) or anxiety medications if you are still on ssri. Sometimes switching from one ssri to another might help with anxiety.

Question 6

when should someone take anxiety and depression meds?

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Eval: The person should get a full psychiatric workup to determine symptoms, severity, and whether or not medication is needed. The person should also seek appropriate psychotherapy.

Question 7

might going on depression meds put me in a zombie like state?

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Not likely: Very unlikely. That is not the desired effect. If you did feel zombie -like, tell your doctor so that changes can be made.

Question 8

my depression meds just increase my anxiety- what else can i do?

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Talk to your doctor: In general, it may take a few weeks before anti-depressants are able to help your depression and/or anxiety, so you should talk to your doctor about therapy or further information on how your treatment should be progressing. It's worth noting that anxiety when you start an anti-depressant can happen, but is usually transient.  Don't rely only on medications to relieve your anxiety.  Exercise.

Question 9

are depression meds and bi-polar meds similar?

Accepted Answer

In some ways: Some bipolar people experience severe depression and need antidepressants at times.  However, they also need mood stabilizing medications because they also have periods of mania or hypomania at other times.  Someone with depressive episodes alone (no mania or hypomania) would need only antidepressants and no mood stabilizers.

Question 10

i would like depression meds but parents won't let me?

Accepted Answer

Why do you need: your parents' permission at 45 years old?  There is obviously more to your situation than you have indicated.  I assume you have a primary doctor, or you should have.   Ask your doctor about how to treat your depression.  You might benefit from a referral to a mental health professional.  Cognitive-behavioral therapy is one of the most effective treatments for depression.

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What are some effective anxiety and depression meds?

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I would like depression meds but parents won't let me?

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