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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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SSRI's: don't generally cause that - Benzo's may.
Answered 3/16/2015
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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.
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