Posted by M on April 3, 2000, at 18:28:35
In reply to Trazadone stimulating?!, posted by DC on April 3, 2000, at 17:35:38
> M, are you saying that you found trazodone stimulating? If you are I wonder if you might be thinking of another drug. Trazodone is extremely sedating, and is often used to treat insomnia.
You're quite right, trazodone was not stimulating. In fact, I always took it right before I went to bed for insomnia...within ten minutes I was sound asleep and stayed that way until 6:00 am or so. When I awake I felt refreshed and ready to start the day (not at all the norm for me.) Even better, however, it:
* increased motivation; I actually ENJOYED getting out and doing things. I was sociable. I wanted a life again and made steps toward that end (exercising, school, considering job options, etc.)
* decreased anxiety; in fact, the worries and anxieties that sometimes controlled my life in the past just didn't seem very important to me anymore. Everything felt "controllable."
* increased libido; I hadn't had much of a sex drive in years...literally. Not only did it reappear, it was fanf***ingtastic!
* decreased brain fog; I felt smart and self-confident again. I could think clearly and not feel as though I was continually searching for words.
* increased self-esteem; for the first time in years, I actually felt good about "me"
* decreased sadness; yes, I had my moments of sadness, sometimes even tears, but not nearly as it had been previously.Most importantly, I felt joy again. I was happy. I laughed out loud. I wanted to live life. In short, I felt better than I had in a very, very long time. Obviously, the depression had lifted.
That's the "me" I want back.
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