Started antidepressants last month and actually feeling like myself again

Aug 21 min read

Not gonna lie I was really against meds for a long time. Thought it meant I was weak or something. Been dealing with depression on and off for about 10 years but the last couple years got really dark. Finally saw a psychiatrist and got on sertraline. It's been a month and I'm noticing I actually want to do things again. I played with my kids in the backyard last weekend and actually enjoyed it instead of feeling numb. If anyone's on the fence about medication I get it but it's helped me.

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Comments(9)

DDanny G.RegularAug 2

That took guts to talk about. Weakness has nothing to do with it, sounds like you finally got the right tool. My plumbing skills might be questionable but my willingness to get help when I need it isn't, and neither is yours.

DDerek M.New DadAug 2

This is huge man. Being present for my kids means taking care of my mental health first. Sounds like you're doing the right thing and actually feeling the benefits.

TTravis N.RegularAug 2

Really respect you sharing this. Being present for my kids on a road trip or at home means actually feeling okay myself first. Glad you're getting back to yourself.

GGarrett M.New DadAug 2

That took guts to share. I spent way too long thinking I just needed to tough it out before I finally talked to my doctor. Glad you're feeling better.

DDavid R.RegularAug 2

Nobody is weak for taking meds, that's just your brain needing help like any other part of your body. Glad you finally gave it a shot and it's working. You probably feel like a completely different person.

RRyan M.RegularAug 3

The weakness thing is such a lie we tell ourselves. Took me way too long to realize that getting help takes actual strength. How long before you started noticing the difference?

FFelix R.RegularAug 3

This is great to hear. I spent years thinking the same thing about myself until it almost blew up my life. Meds aren't giving up, they're giving yourself a fighting chance.

JJoshuaExperiencedAug 3

Good on you for breaking that stigma. A lot of us grew up thinking the same thing. My therapist actually suggested I might benefit from meds too and I was defensive at first, but honestly I wish I hadn't waited so long.

JJasonRegularAug 2

How much of a difference are we talking here? Like energy levels, patience with the kids, everything?