Posted by Elizabeth on May 31, 2001, at 21:01:26
In reply to Re: Tricyclics » Elizabeth, posted by Elizashae on May 30, 2001, at 20:03:47
> I'm about as atypical as you can get. I have anxiety as well. I've had depression since I was 13 and I'm 27 now so you can imagine all the meds I've taken. It used to not take over like it does now. It seems to have gotten worse with age. I don't work anymore, I sleep to much, I've lost interest in everything, I've been eating to much. I used to have depression but still kept going and enjoyed life. I've been stuck in a rut for the past couple of years. Thought about a MAOI too, but am scared. Just don't know what road to take.
What you are describing sounds like "atypical" depression, which is known to respond preferentially to MAOIs (and possibly stimulants) and poorly to tricyclics.
Don't be afraid of MAOIs. Their dangers have been greatly exaggerated, and many here will attest to their benefits.
-elizabeth
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