Welcome @GentleRecovery56!
Wow, that's quite a story you shared. I have a long and complicated history with these drugs as well. And you're right, most doctors wouldn't be able to recognize withdrawal to save their life. I'm sorry you've been affected by withdrawal for so long.
https://taper.community/resources/blog/protracted-withdrawal-syndrome-explained
Never give up in your hope for healing:
https://taper.community/thread/26b781b7-f7f2-480c-8bc7-b893e9b6f802
Here are some helpful tips that you might want to review:
https://taper.community/thread/57d0fb51-6e6e-4517-9d3d-1dd2f2e3880c
For Coping with Setbacks:
https://taper.community/thread/04cdcfc2-b4ca-4fce-9152-6a15f663d508
https://taper.community/thread/ec72f5e5-39fe-4f0e-b3c9-083b3e99d1c3
I hope some of those links provide you with some information and support.
We look forward to having you here!
Catina ๐
Venlafaxine (tapering) - Current dose 16.64 mg
Trazodone - 50 mg
Synthroid - 25 mcg
โYour brain and body know how to heal. Trust the process and keep going.โ
Please Note: I am not a healthcare professional. Any advice given is based on personal experience and that of others in the lay withdrawal community.