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A member asked:

Doc said i have anxiety and to see a psych.i don't wanna take ssri or benzo meds if i'm basically going to be too tired for anything.

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

SSRI's: don't generally cause that - Benzo's may.

Dr Munshower and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 3/16/2015

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Dr. Paul Pyles answered

Specializes in Addiction Medicine

See a psychologist : Talk therapy may be an option for you to overcome your anxiety. Start by seeing a psychologist or a therapist. If this doesn't help, then you might consider low dose medication.

Dr Rector agreed

Answered 3/16/2015

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