what worked for me

[eliz88]

ever since i was 14 (im 18 now), ive suffered from social phobia.i never really figured out what was wrong with me until recently, though. some of my symptoms included: feeling really self-conscious, inadequate and inferior to those around me when in social situations; getting extremely anxious when asked to speak up or read aloud in class; difficulty making close friends as i could never relax and 'be myself' around people. etc etc..the whole time i was so upset and frustrated - i knew that objectively there was nothing inferior about me - im pretty, smart, good at sport, come from a loving family etc but despite all this, i felt terrible about myself whenever i was with other people. that feeling of being judged, and being somehow different from everyone was really strong. but the thing is, ive finally found something that has really made my life so much better. i saw my GP who gave me a prescription for SSRIs, which is a medication often used in treating depression but its also recommended for certain anxiety disorders.everything is so much better now and im a million times happier. my relationships with those around me have improved heaps because im much more confident and comfomfortable speaking up. the physical symptoms of anxiety like fast heart beat and sweaty palms have gone. i feel like my old self again -woo! life is good again no more irrational worrying, no more ruminating all day long about these issues. so id really recommended these meds for anyone suffering from similar symptoms.it seems unlikely that taking a pill once a day could really make so much difference but its been like a miracle cure for me..just wanted to get the message out there, to try and help fellow suffers.thanks for reading!
eliz88

 

[SocialRetahd]

Cool.

Cause, funny story, they helped you...but actually fucked up my life.

I am emotionally blunt from here till death. And so are the THOUSANDS on my support group.

 

[eliz88]

hmm wow ok well that really sucks
i never said they'd help everyone, im sorry that happened to you.
doesnt mean they might not help a lot of people though.

 

[kyle]

Cool.

Cause, funny story, they helped you...but actually fucked up my life.

I am emotionally blunt from here till death. And so are the THOUSANDS on my support group.

You know that isn't true...

SSRI's didn't do much for me, but they certainly didn't fuck up my life.

 

[SocialRetahd]

Cool.

Cause, funny story, they helped you...but actually fucked up my life.

I am emotionally blunt from here till death. And so are the THOUSANDS on my support group.

You know that isn't true...

SSRI's didn't do much for me, but they certainly didn't fuck up my life.

Damn...maybe your shy for a reason. Maybe it's because someone might find out what a gigantic ignorant fuck you are?

SSRI's can't cause permanent damage? tell that to this guy.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9-6pmsVOe3g

Have you read the studies done where rats are treated during adolescents with anti-depressants and their brain chemistry had been completely altered? Their serotonergic system never developed correctly and theres a permanent dopamine deficiency.

 

[emmdee]

SocialRetahd, this is a forum to help people who are socially anxious. What you just said what probably one of the bitchiest things i've ever seen on here.

I don't know much about SSRIs or whatever, and okay, so maybe they helped in screwing up your life, as you said it. Everyone's entitled to their own opinion and just because Kyle said 'It didn't screw up my life, and even though it didn't work for me, i don't think it's true' doesn't give you the right to say that. He probably didn't know. Even if he did know, maybe he thinks otherwise. If you want to prove to your case to him, do so nicely. Don't say shit like that. I hear variations of those words everyday, and it really gets me pissed when people do this to other people, especially for stupid reasons like this.

 

[SocialRetahd]

SocialRetahd, this is a forum to help people who are socially anxious. What you just said what probably one of the bitchiest things i've ever seen on here.

Everyone's entitled to their own opinion and just because Kyle said 'It didn't screw up my life, and even though it didn't work for me, i don't think it's true' doesn't give you the right to say that.

He didn't state an opinon. He didn't say, "I don't think", or, "in my opinion", he blatently tells me I'm wrong right from the get go! The first thing he says is that I'm wrong and he doesn't know me, or how I feel, or what I'm dealing with.

So how would he possibly know?

I don't know much about SSRIs or whatever, and okay, so maybe they helped in screwing up your life, as you said it.

Exactly, little girl, so why are you getting involved in something you know nothing about?

Go back to your myspace, sailor moon, and stickers.

And when you get a little more informed, try contributing instead of being the pushy bitch that you are and trying to unjustly moderate and bully. Cause frankly, You don't have any idea what your talking about.

:lol:[/b]

 

[kyle]

Cool.

Cause, funny story, they helped you...but actually fucked up my life.

I am emotionally blunt from here till death. And so are the THOUSANDS on my support group.

You know that isn't true...

SSRI's didn't do much for me, but they certainly didn't fuck up my life.

Damn...maybe your shy for a reason. Maybe it's because someone might find out what a gigantic ignorant fuck you are?

coming from you, that doesn't mean much.

Listen, I've read some of your posting history, and it looks like SSRI's are the "what fucked my life up" for the day. You always come up with something different. Yesterday it was your parents kicking you out, then it was bullies, or your boss, or who knows. I'm already looking forward to your "what fucked up my life" for Sunday. Maybe it will be Bush getting elected. Who knows, ho cares.

You are simply a drama queen, nothing else.

 

[kyle]

Exactly, little girl, so why are you getting involved in something you know nothing about?

Go back to your myspace, sailor moon, and stickers.

And when you get a little more informed, try contributing instead of being the pushy bitch that you are and trying to unjustly moderate and bully. Cause frankly, You don't have any idea what your talking about.

:lol:[/b]

That's no way to talk to a lady.

 

[BlackRose]

LMAO at this 'argument'. And Social Retahd, sometimes when a person has low/no self esteem it doesn't always mean an anxiety disorder. Sometimes its just plain old common sense. 'In my opinion' i think that may be case with you. Also 'in my opinion' there are different strengths of SSRI's and not all are addictive, the meds that I am on have been brilliant and 'I think' what the ppl here need is some positive outlooks and support. Not some half wit's attempt at sarcasm. In my opinion.