Posted by Deidre on March 21, 2001, at 8:51:09
In response to everyone's questions and comments on Celexa: I would like to say that as an RN and as a normal human being who has been down the road of difficulties in life that discussing your questions and comments with other people is the best thing everyone is doing!
I've heard good and bad comments on Celexa and my opinion is that it may help BUT in realistically it is only masking the underlying problems. Sure, you feel great and aren't depressed BUT have you dealt with the reason(s) you were feeling that way? Celexa, like any anti-depressant can in my opinion, be more damaging to your personal life and well being than a short period of time powering through the problems you feel are weighing down upon you.
In the cases that I've seen, many people feel better with Celexa but when discontinuing the medication, realize that they didn't face the real problem and in doing so, have hurt themselves and the people they love and now face a bigger problem than they began with.
I commend all of you for discussing your thoughts and feelings about Celexa and other medications you may have or may still be taking. BUT I strongly believe that facing the issues head on with the support of your friends and family is the best thing you can do. You will be miserable for a little while but WILL feel better with NO SIDE EFFECTS in the long run. If you can't discuss things with your family or friends, seek a free counseling service or a pastor, rabbi or priest. These people are here to listen and offer advice for FREE without medication. The short term wil be difficult but the longterm successful!
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