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depression - now anxiety

RosePark
RosePark
Hi - I have suffered depression my whole life. I finally made a step to seek help. My doctor diagnosed me with dsythmia depression and ADHD. I am now taking 100 mg Zoloft and 10 mg Adderall.

I am doing very well with concentration and don't have the depression, BUT sometimes I feel this anxiety building up within me. It starts in the morning and stops; then it starts again at night. It is not a panic attack, but I feel like I can't get negative (ridiculous) stuff out of my head.

My doctor did give me .25 Xanax, but I am afraid of it.

My doctor said that anxiety is usually first in your life, then depression. I guess I always have felt a bit tense.

I'm wondering if the Zoloft and Adderall is creating the anxiety?

Thank you!!
DogCrazy
DogCrazy
I know from what i have heard that zoloft can increase feelings of anxiety and i do know that deppression and anxiety often come in a pair in no particular order.
if you have been on zoloft and your other meds for a while it may not be the meds but i would ask your doctor if all or any of your meds could be causing this.
Good Luck, I Hope You feel better Soon!
Hugs xx.
deleted_user
deleted_user
I know this sounds kind of strange but not all of my thoughts were paid attention to until my physical depression went away my emotional depression is still kinda hanging around but it has gone way down the past year. Negative thoughts will give you anxiety that may be what needs to be worked on. I have a book recommend if it is:

http://search.barnesandnoble.com/booksearch/isbninquiry.asp?ean=1572244739&r=1
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