Should i be on zoloft? i have a rich domestic violence history. recently my significant other came to my residence and punched me upside the head. since the incident i have: been unable to concentrate for more thant 1 hour at a time on good days. some

Your : Your question is very important. Domestic violence is common and i'm sure many people who read these questions will relate to your fear and desire for help. It sounds like you have post traumatic stress symptoms, which are common for people who have been in violent relationships. The most important pieces of advice i can give are: 1) seek the support of a psychiatrist and psychotherapist. Your fears are understandable. It would be very important to have all the resources available to help you cope with the huge stresses you are under. 2) medication and psychotherapy can be of great help. Which specific medication is best would come from a formal consultation with a psychiatrist. There are several good choices of medications. 3) it sounds like you should have an order of protection from a judge, so that your significant other can not come near you without being arrested again. 4) it would be very important to use the support system of a organization that helps people who have suffered domestic violence. Such an organization has support groups and legal services that can help you obtain an order of protection. Since you live in albany, for guidance i would suggest contacting: the new york state coalition against domestic violence 350 new scotland avenue albany, ny 12208-3007 (518) 482-5465.

Move or get OP: It sounds like you need zoloft (sertraline) with that guy still in your life! zoloft (sertraline) and a moving truck! get farther away or get an order of protection. If you had no loss of consciousness, and your doc did not feel the need to do a cat scan, it's probably just stress. Get a new life! good luck, hon, and hang in there!

See your Dr. Plus: Being hit in the head and post traumatic stress disorder can be very serious. See your doctor to find out what is the right treatment. Then, a therapist or staff at a shelter can help you get away from an abusive partner, so you can decide what to do. The police can also help you press charges. If you decide to stay with the person abusing you, see if he/she will go to counseling with you.