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Posted 8/12/2015 12:05 PM (GMT -5)
Since I started this medication, I've been struggling on and off with depersonalisation. I forgot to take my tablet Sunday night, and Monday was an experience I haven't felt in months. I felt real and not anxious at all. Monday night I took half my usual dose and Tuesday it was back again, but not so pronounced.

Last night, I didn't take it again. Today, much the same as Monday. Combined with the skills and knowledge I've accumulated over the past several months, I think I can kick them. All of them.
Posted 8/12/2015 12:44 PM (GMT -5)
Now I'm curious about skipping one of my doses since I am having trouble with depersonalization, apathy, and anxiety. I have been wondering if my Zoloft was to blame...

But then again, perhaps a slight decrease in dosage would help, instead. I always read stories of people who skip a dose and feel amazing, so they wean off and then after about 6 months they realize they actually needed the Zoloft and have to start the process over.

Still, the thought of feeling normal is very intriguing. :)
Posted 8/12/2015 1:26 PM (GMT -5)
Please note that I'm not going to commit to any course of action without consulting my doctor first.

Mindfulness and positive mantras help me most when anxiety does strike. Reassuring myself that it's just hormones running rampant helps a lot.
Posted 8/12/2015 2:54 PM (GMT -5)
NC,

I hope you find the solution that is ultimately going to help you feel your best!

I am glad that you are going to be consulting your doctor...

...however, you know yourself best, how you've been feeling, and it is your decision how to proceed...

...so don't be afraid to advocate for yourself if you feel a change needs to be made.:)

Keep us posted!

S.C.
Posted 8/12/2015 3:25 PM (GMT -5)
nightcrawler-how long have you been on zoloft? lowering your dose may be a good idea but lookinto the withdrawls from zoloft . it can be tough. make shure you come up with a plan to taper off.
Posted 8/12/2015 4:09 PM (GMT -5)
I've been on it for almost 3 months, with my dose being upped to 100mg about 3 or 4 weeks ago.

I've come off SSRI's twice before and am fully prepared as I can be for any withdrawal symptoms (brain zaps usually being the most troublesome for me).
Posted 8/12/2015 8:24 PM (GMT -5)
...tried fish oil supplements for the brain zaps? I have read several accounts that they help!

S.C.
Posted 8/12/2015 10:07 PM (GMT -5)
it was the brain zaps that got me. i couldnt figure out what was happing to me till i read all about it on the internet. well at least you know in advance what could happen. if you have only been on zoloft for 3 months it might be easier to get off. i was on it for 6 years.
Posted 8/13/2015 3:15 AM (GMT -5)
Hi NC

Sounds like you have got good coping stratagies in place and if you feel ready to giver it a go without medication then go for it.

It is always best to slowly wean off an AD to reduce any withdrawal effects and keep in touch with your doctor.

Hibee
Posted 8/13/2015 11:11 AM (GMT -5)
Down to 25mg and I'm feeling OK. Had a bit of a headache this afternoon but that's about it for issues so far. I'm going to stick to this for a few days and we how I get on as it may just have been the higher dose.
Posted 8/13/2015 12:49 PM (GMT -5)
NC,

Good plan...I hope you get the desired results, and hit just the right spot with your dosage!

Keep us posted.:)

S.C.
Posted 8/13/2015 8:40 PM (GMT -5)
also agree-good plan . a low dose and see how it goes. i always felt 100mg was too high a dose for zoloft. 50 was all i needed at my worse.
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