Depression Support Group
Depression is a real and debilitating condition that is often misunderstood by family and friends. Its meaning can range from a prolonged period of sadness to an actual mental illness with specific symptoms. Find and share experiences with others who are going through the same struggles.
I started taking Latuda for depression about 4 weeks ago. The first week I didn't expect to see any results but my mood was much more stable. I had more energy, more motivation, and overall felt great. By the second week, however, I started to experience jaw clenching, unusual tongue movements, and I noticed my facial expression was a constant snarl. Has anyone experienced this? I was hoping maybe it was all anxiety driven and started the Latuda again about a week later. Within 1 1/2 weeks I had the same symptoms but additionally, felt like I couldn't sit still and felt like I was going to jump out of my skin. I have since stopped taking it and my mood is definitely backsliding. I have heard Latuda has been life changing for so many and am so demoralized due to side effects. I am wondering if anyone knows of a similar med (preferably not an anti-psychotic) that has similar effectiveness for mood without the side effects.
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My best friend ruined my day with her immature, bitchy self. If she doesn't get her way, she has a tizzy fit. I told her weeks ago that I couildn't go to yard sales with her on 9/12 because i have a hair appointment. She wasn't happy. I also told her that I don't have any money to go to yard sales. She tried to talk me into going to more yard sales by saying that if I don't go, there...
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The Friday before Labor Day just before we left, the options given to me basically were either quit of be fired, and if I were to stay on I were to be put on an improvement plan, which is pretty much synonymous with getting fired. I was going to do the improvement plan and just ride it out until I found another job due to money and due to the fact that I did not want to quit without another job....
The key is to keep taking them as directed by your physician. Most side effects will work themselves out in about 6-8 weeks.
If your symptoms persist, please call your doctor's office and let them know. I am sure they can assist you in finding a dosing that works for you.
I wish you the very best!