How many of you work, or, how do you work while on these meds?
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I've been on Zoloft for about five weeks now and each day is really hard. I work full time and am missing about one day a week so far due to bad anxiety. The meds aren't working for me (yet - not sure if they will), but I am wondering how many of you work outside the home? How do you cope with feeling like this and working?
Please share your stories!
I am in the US by the way.
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S.D.J erinola
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I have to admit, I'm sometimes jealous of those who don't work and can take the proper time to heal.
You're right in that most people don't notice. No one would notice here except I miss about one day a week of work and I am very open about my problem.
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Mashuga erinola
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sharon19028 Mashuga
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I did file for FMLA (in the states) and I can take up to 12 weeks off UNPAID (thanks US healthcare system!) but I haven't used up all my vacation time yet. My boss has been great and is working with me on letting me work from home if I need to. It doesn't necessarily help my anxiety and depression (well, the anxiety, some), but it's a nice option. Getting to work does seem to be what I need to do, as lying in bed all day doesn't seem to make me feel any better.
I feel ya' on the battle to get out of bed. That's my biggest hurdle of the day, too.
I wouldn't say I feel better, but I'm starting to have moments where I think I might see a light at the end of the tunnel.
PM me if you want to chat! I know how rough this is!
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Mashuga sharon19028
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I *always* want to stay in bed! Getting up is the hardest part of the day.
I'm so sorry to hear your father passed away. :*( Also, your partner. Either one of those things would be heartbreaking and I'm so sorry to hear you're going through both problems. (((HUGS))) You're doing the best you can. <3>3>
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I wish you luck. This med seems to work for many, but it's not been effective for me.