My son died six months ago and I have - not surprisingly - had the most appalling depression. It comes in waves, but I am finding as time goes on, the depression feels deeper and flatter and more difficult to cope with than sadness and tearfulness, which is different.
I have always struggled with my self-esteem and my sense of worth, though you wouldn't necessarily know it. I have also had long-standing mild anxiety issues (panic attacks/phobias since a teen). These have not been overwhelming but they now feel quite dangerous emotions to be battling, on top of my loss.
I am thinking of asking the GP for anti-depressants. I have been recommended Citalopram. DH and I are getting counselling for our grief - a listening ear really - but I am also thinking of asking for individual and targetted therapy.
Has anyone resorted to AD's in grief? Have they been helpful, or otherwise? Any particular therapies recommended? I know many 'experts' think that you shouldn't use AD's for grief. I have read up on the subject, but people who have been there generally know best.
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Antidepressants and Grief
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SaintVera · 11/12/2012 16:54
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