Zoloft (Sertraline): What are the Side Effects? Watch Before You Start!
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- Get a doctors perspective on the medication Zoloft or Sertraline. Is it right for you? What side effects should you look out for? Learn about what conditions it works for including depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD and severe form of PMS call PMDD. Learn how this medication can play a role in treating these conditions and some common as well as some rare side effects that can happen.
Zoloft (Sertraline) is in the family of medications called Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRI). They influence the amount of Serotonin that is available to help with mood and other functions of the body.
With depression you tend to have symptoms like difficulty concentrating, remembering things or making decisions. Fatigue, feelings of guilt, worthlessness, helplessness or hopelessness. People experience sleeping problems, mood swings, a loss of interest in things that you once enjoyed, appetite changes, generalized pain, persistent sad or empty feelings and even suicidal thoughts or attempts.
Those who are going through anxiety you may have symptoms such as sudden and unexplained onset of a rapid heart rate, sweating, trembling, shortness of breath, pain in your chest, fear of dying, numbness and tingling throughout your body or just a generalized feeling of anxiousness all the time that you just can’t explain.
If you are experiencing these symptoms you need to seek help from a professional. Go see your doctor and get an accurate diagnosis to figure out a good treatment plan for you. Remember depression and anxiety are real medical conditions and should be treated just as diabetes or high blood pressure need to be treated. You shouldn’t feel any different treating any one of these medical conditions.
We'll give a good overview in the video of the common side effects but its important to remember that most side effects if any are transient and can be minimized by working with your doctor. We will discuss more concerning side effects such as serotonin syndrome as well.
For other ideas on how to treat your depression may I suggest the following books:
The Happiness Advantage- Shawn Achor
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The Depression Cure: The 6-Step Program to Beat Depression without Drugs- Stephen S. Ilardi
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The Mindful Way Through Depression: Freeing Yourself from Chronic Unhappiness (Book & CD)- Mark Williams, John Teasdale et. al
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The Mindful Way through Anxiety: Break Free from Chronic Worry and Reclaim Your Life- Mark Williams, John Teasdale et. al
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The Upward Spiral: Using Neuroscience to Reverse the Course of Depression, One Small Change at a Time- Alex Korb PhD
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Hi! I’m a 21 year old Italian girl andI’ve been taking Zoloft (50 mg) for three months now. I suffered from severe depression, anxiety and binge eating.
I constantly isolated myself from people and my life was a nightmare so I finally dedicate to take this medication.
I feel so much better and I’m socialising a lot more than before. I feel like I’m living my life.
I surprisingly lost a lot of weight, maybe because I stopped binging all day.
Mental health is so important.
Thank you for sharing your experience, this gives me hope!
Yes! It's a gradual change over time.🙂
Have you tried Jesus and praying? you should try it coz it truly really does work.
@@comedyentertainmentchannel5621 it never worked
@@violam11 really coz it saved my life' last year i had a very bad Psychotic break down was an alcoholic and drug addict i did a lot drinking and drugs to self medicate my Dark Depression' i ended up hearing voices and being demonically spiritually attacked' then almost was stabbed in a confrontation ended up with sever PTSD ended up in Hospital they was about to section me mental hospital' but for the 1st time i picked up King James Bible and read the Gospel and i got better i became Born again in Christ and Jesus has been healing me and im still being healed today and im getting a lot better now.
I have been taking it for sever anxiety and ptsd. I was at an loss and couldn’t function. And finally went to the doctor cause my anxiety and ptsd was affecting my life severely. And my doctor put me on this. And it has been a god send. Especially I’m typing this within the midst of the severe Covd pandemic. It’s not an cure all but helps me stay sane and level headed. Like I said was an god send. I can actually act like an normal person.
hi there my son has psycosis and sufferes with severe ocd and anxiety. hes 25 been put on sertriline hes been on it for 4 wks now, hes worse . threatenibg to kill himself, crying all the time, frightened of getting cancer. will these side effects go do you think or should he go on another med thanks soraya
can anyone out there help my son
Robert Crotone Hi Robert, it is common for most side affects of sertraline to decrease after two weeks. I believe that he needs to speak to his doctor about the medication he is using and see if there is a better alternative. It is very important that young people with depression are supported whilst taking anti-depressants as it can make their symptoms worse in some cases. Best of luck
@@blakemorton1394 hi there thanks for your advice. is it possible my son could go through this severe side effect then come out of this and start to feel better. after a few more weeks
@@robertcrotone2430It is true that some people take longer than others to notice the positive effects. However, feeling suicidal in any way should be taken very seriously and shouldn't be seen as something your son needs to go through. It is extremely important that your son talks to a profession I.e. his GP at this stage.
This guys voice is so calming. I feel some of my anxiety washing away already.
I'm discombobulated you being series
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What are u on about u don't need no meds if that's the case you'll be gucci
@@T20Prod facts 😂 like wtf
Been doing research. I’m starting off at 25mg today. Have been hesitant but I’m tired of being tired. Tired of trying to figure out how to tel my mom I don’t want the life she gave me. I’m so ready to be happy again.
Hey!.same here
Did you use it? How does it feel?
plz share!
Did Zoloft work for you?
I hate my anxiety. Whenever I am about to catch a sleep some little irrational bad ideas goes in my head and then I start to think a lot of things ending up having a faster heart rate and all that jazz and then I wont sleep. Thank goodness I have mentioned this to my doctor I hope I get better.
Louise, I share the same feelings at bedtime you´re feeling. That means I sleep 4 hours per night and the make it up with 2 hours after lunch. I started my working life very early, as a delivery boy in a pharmacy, so I learned a few tricks about meds. I have tried a 'scheme' with zolot that´s unique, since it does not cause any of the bad symptoms related to AD´s If you wish to learn about it...lmk.
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@@billpizani6794 Check out for any long term side effcts of the medicine. Take the lowest dose. Combine medication with meditation. Heal yourself. Your breath is directly related to your mind [brain] causing negative thoughts-anxiety For a relaxed life sit on a chair, back erect, hands on lap with palms upwards, eyes closed, be still and observe your natural incoming--outgoing breath at the entrance of the nostrils for around 5-10 minutes or more. Slowly negative thoughts will reduce and relax the mind. Whenever you are free in the day or night sit still for 1 or 2 minutes and observe your breath. Make it a habit. Do the above meditation daily to feel relaxed. Positive affirmations for 5-10 minutes before sleep also gives quick relief. Best wishes. Shyaaam Sir. -Counsellor.
I will start myself on Zoloft tomorrow.
@@bernitaldown9136 Try to stick to a low dose s o that it does not become a habit. Do the following practice.Reduce negative thoughts to have a healthier life. Your breath is directly related to your mind [brain] causing negative thoughts-anxiety. For a relaxed life sit on a chair, back erect, eyes closed, be as still as possible and observe the sensations of your incoming--outgoing breath at the entrance of the nostrils for around 5-10-15 minutes or more. Don’t fight with your thoughts. Slowly the mind will relax. No deep inhalation-exhalation needed. Anytime of the day or night before sleep sit or lie down on your back and observe your breath. Stillness brings internal peace. Make this a lifetime daily habit to have a good life. Best wishes Shyaaam Sir. -Counsellor.
You are very comforting 😊
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I've been on Zoloft for 18 weeks and I'm just now starting to see relief from my anxiety and depression. No more shakes, panic attacks, headaches or heart palpitations. The medication works, but the timeline for it to work is just ridiculous.
I’ve been taking Zoloft for 18 months now. The clouds parted, and the sun shone through. I resisted taking it because other anti depression meds didn’t work. I’m glad I listened to my doctor.
How many MG's ? I am on 100 MG 3 months in
@@BJJ_Richie some people need 100 mg daily.
That’s exactly how I felt!! I’ve lowered my dosage and want to not take it anymore. I’ve used this drug long term.
@@BJJ_RichieHi, I’m considering taking it as well - How are you going with it? Did you have any side effects?? I would appreciate your feedback, Thanks!
I wish he was my doctor, the compassion in his voice is so comforting when discussing things like this.
Thank you very much for this content, doc. The comments are very helpful too. I been on zoloft since June and it's making a positive difference in my life. I've had worse days mentally prior to zoloft. At least now when I think, it isn't so gruesome like before. I'm glad zoloft defeats my PTSD. Have a great day and night to you reading this
Hi I'm from England and I'm having treatment for mental health problems.
You are the first person that has explained about what different types of medication you can have and reassurance that these different types of help and medication you can you can take.
It makes a huge difference when things are explained in the way you have done in this video thank you very much for your videos as it's a great help and I know you have probably have saved lives .
Stay safe and thankyou.
Thanks doc....I 've been on this for a few years for bad case of anxiety and it has work, I 've even had my dosage increased....works for me😊
Personally, it feels like a mental fire blanket that neutralizes dark waves. I actually feel it working, bringing the light back.
Very informative video. Been on Sertraline for almost 3 years now. Started on 50mg and only moved up to 100mg earlier this year. The jump from 50 to 100mg really mucked me up however, impossible to sleep properly, headaches and being super lethargic. Hoping to drop down to 50mg at my next checkup as I have been having assistance from a endocrinologist I feel confident that I'm over my bad hurdle and have a good life ahead of me !!
Could you please explain why you’ve decided to increase the dosis?.. if 50 mg worked for you well .. Unless you body get used and it doesn’t have effect anymore ?? I’m at day 6th with 25mg dosis , have to increase till 50mg from now on , but planning to keep 25mg one , as it works for me
Thanks for you words, your voice is very conforting 🙏
Clear and friendly, fantastic video 👌
Psilocybin saved my life. I was addicted to heroin for 15 years and after Psilocybin treatment I will be 3 years clean in September. I have zero cravings.
This is something that truly needs to be more broadly used in addiction treatment.
Psychedelic’s definitely have potential to deal with mental health symptoms like anxiety and depression, I would like to try them again again but it’s just so hard to source out of there.
Yes, bergwilly11_
The Trips I've been having have really helped me a lot,I finally feel in control of my emotions and my future and things that used to be mundane to me now seem incredible and full of nuance on top of that I'm way less driven by my ego and I have alot more empathy as well
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Shrooms was the best trip I had. It was an amazing experience.
I have been taking this since 2010, after the birth of my twins I suffered postpartum depression. I loved how this med made me feel, been taking it every since.
Do u take morning or night please
@@katiekatie4748 it's best to take it at night because it can make u very sleepy.
@@katiekatie4748 Check out for any long term side effcts of the medicine. Take the lowest dose. Combine medication with meditation. Heal yourself. Your breath is directly related to your mind [brain] causing negative thoughts-anxiety For a relaxed life sit on a chair, back erect, hands on lap with palms upwards, eyes closed, be still and observe your natural incoming--outgoing breath at the entrance of the nostrils for around 5-10 minutes or more. Slowly negative thoughts will reduce and relax the mind. Whenever you are free in the day or night sit still for 1 or 2 minutes and observe your breath. Make it a habit. Do the above meditation daily to feel relaxed. Positive affirmations for 5-10 minutes before sleep also gives quick relief. Best wishes. Shyaaam Sir. -Counsellor.
@@ishah2124 Check out for any long term side effcts of the medicine. Take the lowest dose. Combine medication with meditation. Heal yourself. Your breath is directly related to your mind [brain] causing negative thoughts-anxiety For a relaxed life sit on a chair, back erect, hands on lap with palms upwards, eyes closed, be still and observe your natural incoming--outgoing breath at the entrance of the nostrils for around 5-10 minutes or more. Slowly negative thoughts will reduce and relax the mind. Whenever you are free in the day or night sit still for 1 or 2 minutes and observe your breath. Make it a habit. Do the above meditation daily to feel relaxed. Positive affirmations for 5-10 minutes before sleep also gives quick relief. Best wishes. Shyaaam Sir. -Counsellor.
Started taking this six weeks ago. In the beginning the effects were horrendous and like it says on the packet I did feel worse. Six weeks in and I’m feeling a lot better and more optimistic. My advice is to persevere with the side effects, although you feel you’re getting worse you will get better 👍
I felt bad side affects....Maybe I should try again...
This is the 4th medication I tried.
@@christopherbako
I’ve actually woke up this morning feeling better than I did before I started take Sertraline. I know how bad it is when you feel you’re getting worse, it seems like there’s no light at the end of the tunnel. Once they start working you will feel better. I’m glad I persevered when feeling rotten. You have to give them at least six weeks.
Thanks for sharing. I needed to here what you said. 3 weeks in and I feel worse but I’ll hang in there go another couple months
Totally agree worth the ride for the end results
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I’ve been using Sertraline for about 4 years and it really makes a difference in my mood & perspective on life. I’ve run out a couple of times and decided not to refill it, but I can tell that I really need it. My son can tell a difference in my mood when I’m not taking it.
Have you noticed any hair loss since take it? I just started a few days ago and read that hair loss is a side effect 😩
@@valgal24 I’m using my bfs page. But wow I’m very scared to take this now. Are you still having this problem?
@@valgal24 that sounds like a really rare side effect I wouldn’t worry but if it did start to happen I’d contact your doctor
Did you get problem with your sex drive at all,i just started on this med and i hear a lot of bad coments , thank you
@@valgal24 it won't happen don't worry. Million of people take this medication but I haven't noticed any coneheads walking about. Your more likely to die from a low flying cloud than go bald.
Was diagnosed with OCD/PTSD and prescribed Zoloft. I've been on it for two months and have lost twenty pounds. My bowel movements have been massive. I needed to lose the weight, so it's a win win. I feel better and lost the weight fast.
This doctor is so well spoken and so kind,more doctors should be more like him,😊
This is the most helpful video I've ever seen
Thanks for watching!
@@ErikRichardsonDO it was honestly really informative, you covered everything and put my mind at rest. Thank you
I'm considering switching from cymbalta to zoloft. This video was very helpful. And probably like everyone else on here, I wish you were my doctor!
Thank you so much for this video. I have horrible anxiety that's causing me tons of issues. I was very nervous about starting Sertaline due to side effects plus I've never taken an antidepressant before. I will definitely be picking up my prescription and starting today.
So glad it was helpful, It's nothing to be afraid of as remember, if its not working or you are having side effects you don't have to stay on it. Work closely with your doctor and you will do great! Thanks for watching!
Yes I'm actually not on it any longer. I stopped taking it. I thought I was see progress but it wasn't enough. My doctor gave me a higher dosaged but anxiety was still not where it should be. Waiting for other options. Good luck to you. Every body is different.
@@ErikRichardsonDO Where is the proof that Sertraline does work, besides giving horrible side effects? I`m honestly interested, since years of therapeutic benzodiazepine is a nightmare!
@@thomasroedgaard117 I agree
@@constaleenmorant8798 I stopped sertraline after 2 doses
Thank you so much for your content❤️ this video definitely help me reassure myself of this medication. You are also comforting :)
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I’ve been taking for 6 months and it’s helped me so much! I find when I take it with food I have no upset stomach. I felt better after 3 days and it’s made a world of difference as I suffered from PMDD (severe PMS)
Have you noticed any hair loss since take it it? I just started taking this a few days ago and read this is a side effect 😩
@@valgal24 no I haven’t! My baby is 8 months at 4 months I had the postpartum hair loss but it stopped at 6 months as it usually does and my hair has grown back double then what it was before so definitely not a symptom I’ve had! I do take a prenatal everyday and eat a healthy diet maybe that’s helped? Best of luck!!!
Did u have lightheadedness?
Best video I've seen so far & I've watched a lot.. Thankyou!!
Great video and very informative! I have been taking Sertraline for about 2 years now and I feel great. Suffering from long year recurrent depressive disorder and massive panic attacks daily, doctors first could not figure out what was wrong. Finally Sertralin was the med which helped within 2 or 3 weeks.
I am able to work again and enjoy life with my family. My current psychiatrist advises me to continue the medication to prevent a relapse. First I was sceptical, because the moment you feel better you typically think, you do not need it any longer. But statistics say, there is a high risk of relapse if you stop too soon or refuse to take your meds regularly.
It's important to take it daily and follow your doctor's advice. I never had any side effects.
Sertraline clearly helped me regain my strength.. Sometimes it takes time to find your individual med which helps. Sertraline was mine.
Stay safe and well!
@Route-66 barefoot You will be fine! Stay safe and enjoy 2022
I started taking 25mg daily for about 4 weeks now , I had previous panic attacks where I felt I was going to die . Thankfully I listened to my Dr and started to take setraline . At first I was having a few episodes but push trhrough it it does work !! my mind is more at peace and no more racing thoughts and fear frequently. thank You Jesus !!!
@@maxdatruegoat3441 This is awesome! Additional therapy and lots of reading about the issue helped me to understand, how panic disorder develops. Panic and anxiety is not your enemy. It is a symptom which shows, you have been under constant stress for a long time. You will be better soon! Take care!
Thank you for making this video. I’d been on Sertraline for a year but due to a combination of a mix up from my doctor & then me not following up quick enough, I wasn’t able to refill a prescription for a couple of weeks, so I decided to see if I needed it to be on it anymore & go cold turkey. I’ve been off this for 3 months now & I’ve come to the realisation that I need to be back on it & that’s completely okay. Again, I thank you for sharing this video as it’s helped me understand it a little more. I appreciate you.
You have explained it the best possible way .. been on Zoloft for over a decade with short breaks .. as a maintenance dose I kept it for some years at 50mg while tapering off with 25mg, and after every other day for a total 3 month time before I stop it .. after being on keto diet for 2 months I believed I could forget Zoloft and live without it being happy again ..
I was told Ketosis fixes the mitochondria in the brain in order to produce serotonin by themselves after a period of time … I had a relapse and felt sad all the time , no energy at all to get off the bed , and quit my job (after 2 months off Zoloft ) .. Doc is that the sertraline levels I had achieved all these years under medication that kept me active those 2 months without the medicine or the keto diet? It was hard and I was crying all day that I had to start again the Zoloft at 50 mg daily dose to feel normal again .. because you said 2 months without a SSRI will indicate you if it’s the time to stop 🛑 it 😢. Well I guess I failed 😣… I will never be able to live without the small dose of Zoloft … if only you could help me. What’s your opinion ?
God Bless 🙏🏽
Thank you, this was very helpful and your voice is very calming btw.
Thank you for this video, you helped me calm down about taking my medication
I'm starting on Sertraline today, and I'm really nervous about it. Had I not watched this, I probably wouldn't have agreed to take them.
Thanks so much for being such a calming and reassuring person.
I took my first pill today. How are you feeling now after two weeks?
@@mrunalgandhi7289 Did it help you? 🙏🏻
@@sunshinebabe6064 I am on week 12. Getting better. Only draw back is I get these vivid dreams all night long making me exhausted during the day time. Still not 100 percent but better than before. Anxiety is calming. Still mild depression if I go out in public.
How are you doing?
Same here. Are you still on it now. How are you doing ?
I'm starting this meds tomorrow ,wish me luck
Ey same here!!! I'm doing research atm XD
@@evaacosta884 How did it go? :D Today I took my second pill and I'm having itchy skin and a small skin rash has appeared. I'll check my doctor tomorrow
I had my first tablet today, how is it going for you now?
@@asterianspirit1917 hi! Well I had many secondary effects the first days tbh, Actually weird ones not common ones, like foggy and blurry vision, and also since few days ago I notice one of my pupils is bigger than the other...and I don't have the appointment with the doctor till the 8th sooo it's quite scary this bit. Still anxious and not really feeling different,but some people says you have to wait even 6 months xD so it's a looooong way ... Anyway,how are you dealing with it?
@@evaacosta884 Hello there! Today I received my prescription for anxiety and worry and subconscious stress. will start my start tomorrow. have had this earlier in life during troubled periods and worked very well. the first week you can feel a little back and forth but then it will be good, just to persevere! How have you been? fun to see people from all over the world who are undergoing the same treatment, wish you all the best, greetings from sweden! :-)
I’ve been taking sertraline for 4 days now and I am so thankful I decided to talk to my Dr. about my depression and anxiety. The benefits far outweigh the side effects.
When I first got my medication, I read the side effects and I was scared to take it. I held onto it for 2 weeks before finally taking it. I’m so glad I did.
can i ask what is your side effects last night i take my first dose ... today i have pain in stomach and s little bit of headache is that normal?
Thanks so much kind Sir , much appreciated 😊
Zoloft changed my life for the better, greatly. I’m about a year in. The only thing is things seem too good, almost.. then adding COVID lockdowns and the weird way schools are operating, it’s a little surreal. But I’m doing good because I’m doing good, mentally, and it’s showing in my life. I didn’t even understand how depressed I was before. I thought enjoying the moment was for children, and as you got older you enjoy things in the moment less and less until it’s only the memory that brings joy, because of all the stress that’s in the now. Sertraline changed all that. I’m happy, just a little paranoid.
Has it affected your libido
What about weightgain.
Thanks Doc, very informative......
In the groups I’m in talking about Zoloft . Weight gain is the most common concern. Can’t believe you didn’t touch on that
Start taking his medication this week and hope it works although I’m still worried about possible side-effects. Wish me luck guys Thanks
Thank you very much for your informative presentation! I have been taking Zoloft since last December. It has helped me gain more control over my chronic depressive and anxious symptoms. I used to be afraid of possible side. effects or other issues, but now I wish I had started it years ago! Thanks again for your kindness.
Did you're stomach hurt with this ? I I just started it today and I feel dizzy and my stomach hurts 😫
I’m starting this soon after a year long depressive episode, coupled with anxiety, ocd, ptsd, and a history of pmdd (which is currently being managed). I was curious about my doctors decision to put me on this med specifically but after you listed all the things it helps to treat, I realized exactly why she chose this one! I’m hoping it works for me and I can get back to enjoying things again, and for everything not to be so draining and exhausting.
Yeah seems like it was specifically formulated for someone like you lol
@@dalipaj-sh not you, Cait
How r u now after taking it ?????
Hope u got better
@@santa5240 Yes! This has been the perfect medication for me. The only side effect I had was some increased fatigue for a few months, but once I got used to the medication and found my correct dose it fixed itself! However, keep in mind everyone reacts differently to medication so if it’s not a good fit for you another one will be!
How did you get ptsd?
I have first responder ptsd and my doctor prescribed this med today. I had a kidney transplant two months ago and I don’t k ow if it’s the anti rejection meds but I can’t control or keep my emotions bottled up like I use to be able to do. I really hope this med works.
Starting this medication this morning. My first time taking antidepressants, I hope this helps me get out of this dark place I’m in and I can feel happy again. I will come back to this comment in 6 months.
did you have any negative side effetcs? i just started it a few days ago and am having horible side effects i want to know if theyll subside
I start mine tomorrow I have suffered with panic attacks in the past so been worried the past will hit me again. I’ve been lonely for years and low moods have been a big part of my adulthood I’ve now finally got in contact with my GP and started to build on the help I need to try and get my life back on track. I really hope these meds give me some kind of boost I need
Did it work for you?
Update?
Ive been taking sertraline for 8 months now and it really works for me to recover from depression..experiencing some mild headache thou..
It's a side effect from medication I think
@@anten4110 Check out for any long term side effcts of the medicine. Take the lowest dose. Combine medication with meditation. Heal yourself. Your breath is directly related to your mind [brain] causing negative thoughts-anxiety For a relaxed life sit on a chair, back erect, hands on lap with palms upwards, eyes closed, be still and observe your natural incoming--outgoing breath at the entrance of the nostrils for around 5-10 minutes or more. Slowly negative thoughts will reduce and relax the mind. Whenever you are free in the day or night sit still for 1 or 2 minutes and observe your breath. Make it a habit. Do the above meditation daily to feel relaxed. Positive affirmations for 5-10 minutes before sleep also gives quick relief. Best wishes. Shyaaam Sir. -Counsellor.
Winnie, Check out for any long term side effcts of the medicine. Take the lowest dose. Combine medication with meditation. Heal yourself. Your breath is directly related to your mind [brain] causing negative thoughts-anxiety For a relaxed life sit on a chair, back erect, hands on lap with palms upwards, eyes closed, be still and observe your natural incoming--outgoing breath at the entrance of the nostrils for around 5-10 minutes or more. Slowly negative thoughts will reduce and relax the mind. Whenever you are free in the day or night sit still for 1 or 2 minutes and observe your breath. Make it a habit. Do the above meditation daily to feel relaxed. Positive affirmations for 5-10 minutes before sleep also gives quick relief. Best wishes. Shyaaam Sir. -Counsellor.
This was a great video thank you for the information
Thank you very much..... You did help me to understand my situation.
You’re a genius. You have a new subscriber. Thanks a lot. One question though, I just started today I know it’s obviously early but could I feel tired already?
Probably a little early but possible. Be patient with those kinds of side effects though as they usually go away. Thanks for watching and the sub!
Thank you for this.
Thank you been taking this for two years for my auxcity I feel alot better I also take heart meds I'm 52 thank you for information I see a sycholigist when needed
I’m about to start this today although I was very worry about medication but therapy alone just wasn’t working. Oh well let’s hope this works ! 😭
Can you give an update on how zoloft has helped you or not? Any side effects. Thanks!
Thank you for this
I went cold turkey with this 2 weeks back. Couldn’t be bothered with the way sertraline made me feel. Completely numbed out, constant thoughts about what life is about, massive dissociation, couldn’t properly relax, vision slightly effected, almost felt like I was in a parallel universe, my perception of space and time were effected, I could go on. Was on them for around 10 months. Won’t be going back on them. Side effects are pretty hard coming off them. It’s great that they work for some people though! I’ve realised that not being in stressful situations Is the biggest help for my mental health.
finding triggers are key and like you noticed, they definitely are not for everybody
@@ErikRichardsonDO interesting. I read in medical news today on the web that anti depressants raise risk of death by 33%.... thats alarming. And risk of stroke or heart issues. I'm on fence. "The analysis found that in the general population, those taking antidepressants had a 33 percent higher risk of dying prematurely than people who were not taking the drugs. Additionally, antidepressant users were 14 percent more likely to have an adverse cardiovascular event, such as a stroke or a heart attack"
All true. I experienced the exact same.
@@CEA9234 bro why you giving anxiety to people, please stfu smfh
Thank you for the videos!
Thank you so much this is so helpful.
I just got prescribed this yesterday. Took my first 50mg tablet an hour ago. I was really worried about taking these, but you helped settle my mind thank you
How are you now ,are side effects bad?
@@SRBOMBONICA86 they were for me. I had to stop taking them. Made me really unwell And not wanting to leave the house. Definitely not for me mate. Also it has put me off from taking any other tablets..
@@SRBOMBONICA86 Hej bombonice secam te se sa jednog klipa o l-theaninu koji mi inace nista nije pomogao posebno. I sad evo me ovde 12 dana na zoloftu po preporuci moje majke koja je neuropshijatar, nisam hteo da se pomirim sa svojim stanjem i bio sam uplasen da probam sa AD pa sam tragao za nekim prirodnijim resenjima kao sto je theanin i phenibut ali slaba vajda od toga.
Setraline ruined mine and my partners life. His personality completely changed really rapidly when on it and he got a lot of the side effects, common and rare. I didn't know who he was any more and he did some awful things. His doctor didn't warn about issues like this and didn't warn me or monitor him. It split us up. I know it helps some people and that is great but him taking Sertraline was the worst decision ever. If only I could turn back time and say don't take it.
Thanks much Dr Richardson.
I've been on Zoloft now 38yrs. Works for me.
I am so happy after 5 years I’ve found a physiatrist that is going to prescribe this. All she was the only person to ask for my opinion on what drug I wanted she recommended Prozac or Zoloft and I choose Zoloft since it’s better for anxiety whereas Prozac is better at treating depression
i take zoloft and it's giving me anxiety but i have no depression anymore
It took me less than 30 minutes to get prescribe this by a private doctor in the UK.
Update: I’m coming off sertraline because it’s fucking shit. It worked for about a week then just stopped working and it’s given me a sort of I don’t give a fuck attitude which has got me in a lot of trouble with the police. Several major charges against me
@@jcbanbury private doctors r the best I got my adhd diagnosis private and had a prescription within 20 min only thing is my parents had to pay like £300 just for a 15 min appointment
@@unknownpornstar2327 same mine just stopped ive been sleeping non sgtop
I’ve been on it for 4 months and it’s great! 75mg it really helps. It’s difficult to start but after like 20 days it feels great.
Do notice any weight gain
Do you notice any weight gain* 💕
Thanks Doc!! Great info!!
I was diagnosed with anxiety and depressiom and also have ocd it's been worse recently, broke down in tears while driving yesterday because i was about to drive into a tree on purpose because im sick of feeling this way, seen a doctor that day and have been prescribed serotonin and propranolol for the anxiety, wish me luck🤞
I started taking Sertraline for OCD (as well as receiving weekly therapy for the past month and the foreseeable future) a week ago. I'm hoping it ends up working and makes my symptoms less severe.
I was prescribed this medication because of severe health anxiety along with OCD and recent depression. The main thing I'm nervous about are the sexual effects I keep hearing about. I just want to get through this dark place in my life. I'm supposed to start taking this tonight
R u talking antidepressants medicen now and any side effects related to sexual
How are you doing now?
@@spencercapencer I've had my better days and some worse days. I find that the main thing I notice is that my good moments feel like just that. Then my bad moments just make me feel numb, like I dont or can't do anything. But then there are still days where my anxiety level is high. As of yet biggest thing I have noticed is I have next to no sexual interest. But that can also be caused by stress alone, can't really blame that on the medication completely.
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As a side note the sexual dysfunction so far has been mild if not really existent. Not to bring that to the forefront. But so far so good actually. Amazing how many people out there who are looking out for each other.
Good video very well presented. Just started on them after decades of struggling. Bit concerned about the liver issue as I have a fatty liver, also finding already my IBS is flaring up.
Great dr explaining well
Zoloft was the most effective antidepressant I ever went on. It reduced depression and anxiety significantly. It doesn't solve the problem entirely. I don't know if I have side effects from it or not. I have various symptoms and health problems but I don't know what causes them. I think it also makes me cooler and more rational. Some friends hated their experience on Zoloft because they didn't have as intense emotions.
Setraline saved my life but it does come with some side affects. My vision was slightly blurred the entire time I was on it. I made weird noises in my sleep involuntarily, I sweat...A LOT in my sleep and I had virtually no seggs drive. I felt nothing, like a zombie, but I was in such a mental crisis, it's exactly what I needed, to feel nothing!! I had to stop abruptly but I didn't have any weird side affects. I would recommend hands down. I was happy, level headed and I just felt more active! Go for it
Hi! Did you need to go on anything else when you stopped it or did the positive effects last for you?
Thank you!
Thank you for the info!
I haven't had a drink since 2006. Setraline has been the key to my success. I went off it cold turkey and all I did was cry. Talk to your doctor before stopping!
Great video! I just started taking this yesterday and have been feeling a little nauseous. Do you think when I go to work it’s best NOT to take before work and wait til after ? Thanks a lot.
It doesn’t really matter when you take it as far as it’s effectiveness. I usually tell my patients to take it in the evening ir before bed if it s making you sick. As always though check with your own doctor. Thanks for watching!
@@ErikRichardsonDO I'm on day 3 feeling som heart ache is that normal
I’m 18 I have Aspergers and have generalised anxiety disorder and very bad social anxiety when I’m near many people I went on these tablets about 2 months ago started at 50 mg then moved onto 100mg recently it has helped me so much and changed me , my anxiety feels like it has disappeared , i was always. So paranoid when I was near many people but with these it has went away a lot , I would really recommend these
Do we gain weight with zoloft?? I am affraid of this effect
They only put you on this as they are afraid to give you anything else. I'm not depressed, but i do have anxiety and panic attacks. I work with the public and in retail it can be stressful, these doctors need to put their selfs in our place!
Thank you this is very informative
I noticed some weight gain and unfortunately it is a side affect. It has helped me greatly with my anxiety and I feel like I have more energy. My question would be is it okay if I wanted to have an occasional beer? May sound like a silly question but once in awhile I like to have one. Thanks. So glad I found you.
i was drinking 2 beer at one evening after a month.i fell good that evening but tomorrow i had not a good day
Just started today. My first thought "will I be a zombie?" glad they spoke of it. Let's hope this works! Goodluck to everyone.
I’m six weeks in and I started feeling better after about five weeks. You’ll be okay just keep going 👍
i really wanna know if you take that meds are you gonna be fine? like you always felt scared thinking too much etc and if you eat it..its gonna be better?im so sorry my english is sucks
How d it go I’m just gonna get on it
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First 3 or 4 weeks were terrible. Although it says on the packet you can feel worse, it was a nightmare fore me, you actually feel as though the meds won’t work. I’m a few months in now and feel very good, almost back to normal
@@gabbsdad yeah I'm like 5 or 6 weeks on it. And I dosent feel any change. I'm just more tired but no other side effects. It just feels like it won't work.
Very informative videos, just wondering if you could do a video on propranolol when used for anxiety? Thanks x
It’s on my list of ones to do. Stay tuned and thanks for watching!
Thanks doc!
I've enjoyed the 50mg dose. Been on it for 3 years, it gave me a happy warm feeling in my brain and brought nice memories and I laughed more. Side effects: on 100 mg was tired all the time, wagged my foot at night for some reason, yawned all the time.
Now, maybe because I stopped suddenly after 2 months of taking it again, the bladder side effect HAS NOT GONE AWAY.
Normally only after I took it could I not control my bladder, now even though I'm off it I still can't hold my bladder and when I have to go it's out of no where and I have to go NOW.
Not sure what went wrong, but I need to fix.
I've noticed that also
Do we gain weight with zolotft ??
I really wish that doctors would be honest about the sexual side effects and the fact that they may be permanent. I was prescribed Zoloft for PMS. I have been suffering PSSD for 7 years. It is permanent and I wasn't warned...
Taking it for 4 weeks now, mainly finding it harder to sleep, not all the time though but really hoping I don’t get the weight gain so am really watching what I’m eating.
I had a hard time falling asleep too. Would wake up early and still actually tired. DO NOT randomly take 100 mg instead of 50 mg. Must be 50 mg, then 75 mg, etc.
It helped me, just be careful to slowly change dosage.
This guy is awesome!
That means a lot coming from a guy who knows how to spell Erik the correct way!😀
I am literally addicted to this, i love it but idk if it’s a good thing
yeah same here, i was on 150 for about year till i get Serotonin syndrome. very strong med, but help on the end cuz im still alive
I been taking this for about a year for anxiety, depression , and ptsd. I've suffered for 3o years before getting help. Within 4 to 5 days all my symptoms went for a 10 to a 1. Don't get me wrong it wasn't a total cure and like the man said SSRI have side effects and I at first I had days where I felt like a zombie, and even afew days where I was ready to just end it but after a month or so I felt like a normal. No other meds have ever worked for me so I'm enjoying it while it lasts.
I started taking it today. What do you mean by it was making you feel like a zombie? And I'm so happy that it has made your symptoms better!
@@bob8149 whats it like after a month? my doc said it would start taking affect after a month for me so idk
@@keuwlcat1319 I'm not on it anymore, it did work wonders for my OCD, but it did indeed make me feel like a zombie. I couldn't cry, I just felt numb all the time. It started working for me after 2 weeks
Just started taking it today hope it works
I’m on it now, so far it has really helped !
Update?
@@dylancollins7599 , all positive so far ! I have strange but interesting dreams and occasional night sweats with it . I’ve also noticed a big decline in migraine attacks .
@@orsonkart4794 that’s awesome. I just started Zoloft today. I had my first anxiety attack 2 days ago and since I have not had a moment without anxiety. Looking forward to this and maybe it’ll get me going. Got to get back to work
@@dylancollins7599 , good luck with your recovery! Be aware that you will not notice any changes straight away, it takes time but is worth the wait.
After a lifetime of trying meds to help these feelings of depression and hopelessness, the most shocking discovery was that stopping processed foods, wheat, and sugar and cutting almost all carbs from what I eat had more effect than any of the meds they ever suggested I try. The gut-brain connection is much stronger than modern medicine knows yet, and eating trash makes you go around inflamed, and some new science suggests depression could be a disorder caused by inflammation. That's just my two cents, I have nothing to sell, and it's something I wish I'd known much sooner, and also no medical doctor will *ever* seriously suggest anything like that, in my experience.
AGREED
It is so hard to cut all those things. Like what would one eat?
@@kiwipingu8379 It's basically a ketogenic diet and a lot of people do it.
@@possumfriend2335 I have IBS, so is that the reason for my anxiety and depression? If so, how can I cure it?
This really made me feel confident in starting my therapy
I thought you was suppose to take Prozac to help depression,PTSD
I hope you like erectile dysfunction and suicidal thoughts because that's what will happen even after you've been off it for years. It'll be stored in the fat cells of your brain. I would get off it ASAP.
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After more than 30 years with excessive stress because of a brain damage as teenager i tried Sertraline two years ago and finally decided to stop in full two days ago.
Have been at 150 mg. for a short while to take some of the symptoms like no feeling in one site of the body and head. Then slowly going down and for the past 6 months on 25 mg.
Started to feel same as at the beginning when i took it so therefore i decided enough is enough but it has surely made my life a lot better in every way.
I taking Tryptophan at the same time i use to take the sertraline now and no side effects so far. Hope it help don't be afraid of this as i have been for too many years.
My doctor’s plural.. put me on every medication for anxiety there was, they all stopped working. So he combined them, mixed them with mood
Stabilizers, and anti psychotics.. i thought i was dying. I quit all of them.. got TMS and use CBD.. so far seems alot better than meds. My experience
I took sertraline for two months and I wish it worked for me, as much as it helped others. My first month worked like flying colors. I was happy and able to do everything. However, a week ago I started having severe depression and anxiety again. My thoughts were raging and small things triggered it. Other side effects were dry mouth, sweats, eating too much even I know I’m full, and constipation. My doctor told me to stop it immediately and make an appointment to see her as soon as possible.
Thanks for sharing, and yeah big changes like that definitely need to be brought to your GP asap. Hope you find your alternative
I think I'm hot having. Sweats when its bed time. I like being cold at home this I don't like
Hope you're feeling better now fellow Army member 💜
Been taking zoloft for 5 months for anxiety and PTSD with no side affects
I feel so much better on it, but my hair is falling out in clumps. It is helping chronic anxiety, fight/flight reposes, intrusive thoughts and depression. But losing my hair sucks. Aside from stopping the meds, there doesn't seem to be a solution.
Just started on Zoloft. Half a pill once a day for 7 days, then full dose. Hope all goes well with it!.
How are you now?
I started 50mg 2 weeks ago and moved to 100mg a week ago. I came to this video because I spent hours online looking at horror stories from those who have taken Zoloft after notices sexual side effects in myself. However, this video and this comment section has really helped me realise that i should stop being so paranoid
I’m worried, does it decrease sex drive?
@@ilablack7946 yes it kills your prostate on man , kills drive sex and erection
@@florinprecup2909 for some, for me personally it didn't affect me in both sex drive and performance.
It decrease sex drive badly , I experience it now
It decrease sex drive badly , I experience it now
Been using this medication for 3-4yr now, one side effect I did notice when I stopped it for 2-3 days was a zap feeling in my head
Very helpful thanks
that was helpful thank you dr