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Started lexapro (escitalopram) 3 wks ago. seems really helped my depression. however, when will i see the help for my anxiety?! i just started 20mg after 2wks of10mg

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Dr. Lynne Weixel answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Take time to enjoy: Don't be impatient. Take pleasure in the relief you've gotten. How many years did you suffer? Let the success have it's day! Also, no one really expected an anti-depressant to resolve anxiety - it may, but may not. Anti-anxiety drugs do that short term. They are not good long term tho - for that CBT therapy and skills are needed.

Answered 8/24/2016

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