OK, i've been off of my welbutrin xl for more than two weeks now. I've been taking 25mg of zoloft since then to help with any mood swings/pms that may occur before going back to the doctor. I heard from some that it was irresponsible to take meds against docs orders, but I was just keeping from exploding. I like to be nice. Anyway, I feel great, but only have a few zolofts left. I guess I need to get back in to tell the doctor that I didn't try the Effexor b/c I was scared of similiar irritability side effects like I experienced with the Welbutrin. Wish me luck.
I'm taking Dr. Amen's checklist along with a checklist I found for women with ADHD. I scored VERY high on these lists. I am also taking the depression and bipolar checklists to disprove that theory. I hope and pray that he will agree to try me on a stimulant. If he won't, then I am just going to ask to stay on a low dose of Zoloft and remain scattered and happy. I've made it 30 years, I like myself, I just won't ever be the super woman that I dream of being. lol.
Does anyone else get tired of people telling them they are depressed because you are a bit emotional and have periods of low energy, even when you generally feel happy?