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Posted 11/17/2017 4:14 AM (GMT -5)
Um, hello. I’ve been on Zoloft for almost a year, now and I’ve gradually increased the dosage from 25mg to 75mg. I take Zoloft for my anxiety and it has helped tremendously with it, but I have these bouts of anxiety sometimes where it makes me “space out” and everything around it distorts slightly and feels unreal; usually when I’m at school and I haven’t gotten a good night’s sleep. It’s been happening for months but I have my good days as bad days like anyone on an SSRI would feel. Right now, I’m up at 4am and I haven’t been to sleep yet because every time I go into the first or second stage of sleep, I wake up in a panic and I feel like I’m about to die. My anxiety hasn’t done that in quite a while and I’m wondering if I should increase my dosage?
Posted 11/17/2017 10:54 AM (GMT -5)
Hello Epdemic and welcome!

I am glad you've found us though sorry to hear of the recent struggles you've been having with sleep and D/P D/R.

You certainly have room for an increase with your Zoloft, so talking to your prescribing doctor about this option is a good idea.

For now though, you should definitely check out our Resources at the top of the main forum page here for great self help material to work with. Medication is only one component of a good management plan...coping skills should also be used.

Start with the 'Stress Relieving Exercises' (see the Progressive Muscle Relaxation specifically as a good practice for sleep) as well as the meditation videos. Putting these skills to use will make a big difference in how you feel.

Keep posting with us as well if you find it helpful. We understand, care and support is key!

Scaredy Cat
Posted 11/18/2017 4:16 AM (GMT -5)
Hi

Welcome to the forum.

I would make an appointment with your GP and ask them about increasing your dosage and also speak to them about getting a referral to see a therapist if you haven't done so already.

Hibee
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