Tried medication for the first time and I actually feel... normal?

Jan 21·1 min read

Been putting this off for literally 3 years. My doctor prescribed me sertraline for anxiety and I was scared it would make me a zombie or something. Started it 6 weeks ago. Honestly? I can sit through my kid's soccer games without doing a mental inventory of every conversation I've had in the last decade. Don't feel "high" or anything, just... present? Anyway if anyone's on the fence about medication, wanted to share that it can actually work.

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BBrandon H.RegularJan 22

That's awesome man. Three years of hesitation and then you finally take the leap. How long did it take before you noticed the difference? I'm nervous it might take weeks.

DDerekRegularJan 22

How is it affecting you at work? I'm considering trying this stuff but I worry about side effects messing with my job performance.

DDanRegularJan 22

Sertraline was a game changer for me too. People talk about medication like it's giving up but honestly feeling normal for the first time in forever is just... relief.

MMarcusNew DadJan 24

The best part about finally going on meds is realizing you've been living with the anxiety turned up to eleven and just thought that was normal. Glad you're feeling better.

TTony L.RegularJan 24

Did you tell your family you're on something or are you just keeping that private? I'm wondering how to bring this up to my wife.