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rylie1881
rylie1881

they are going to put me on anti-depressents and i don't know what to expect. I know they make people gain weight, and i just lost 5 pounds this week and i am NOT gaining it back. Does anyone have any advice as of what to expect, with the meds and the doctors appointment to get the meds? (because of my anxiety i would really like to know what to expect at the dr. appointment)

LifesAsickGame
LifesAsickGame
If you suffer from anxiety then meds should be a good fit for you antidepressants crush anxiety. Good luck
sonnycamehome
sonnycamehome
Not all meds cause weight gain. You can talk to your Dr about options that are less likely to cause weight gain. I'm on a cocktail of meds and only one of them is known to cause slight weight gain, and I have not gained a pound in years, so you may not even experience that as a side effect. Be open with your Dr about your concerns so they can put you on the best medication to fit your life.
OlderCPer
OlderCPer
Anti-depressants do not automatically cause weight gain, most do not in fact. You need to learn to not worry about everything you read or hear. You also don't get put on Anti-depressants because of anxiety. You were suicidal and if you're that depressed at such a young age it's really good to get it out and dealt with now, the earlier the better. Kiddo you have your whole life ahead of you.

Whether you gain a pound or lose a pound is not what you should be focusing on right now, in the scheme of things, the big picture its just not what is important. You, living your life, being happy, having a great quality of life, making friends and good relationships......this is all that's important. I know at 13 things like weight and such seem very important, but try to think about being happy and how great that would be.

Medications for depression can take a while to kick in, so don't be discouraged if things don't change right away. Eating healthy, cutting out the junk, getting good sleep at night, exercise and sunshine during the day, (Vitamin D helps with Depression) all can help beat Depression when used together. Talking to a Counselor or Therapist also very important, getting all those fears and emotions out and talking them through with someone helps clear your head.

I hope that you do well with your treatment. Those first appointments can be scary so write down any questions you may have and take them with you, that way you don't have to worry about being stressed and forgetting things when you get there.

Take care,
Kat
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