TaperCommunity
"I know these drugs are toxic and I must go off them" — @LeminaseriI'm sorry you're struggling terribly right now. When things get tough, it helps to remember why we are on this journey. It's important that we try to implement non-drug coping skills that we can use both during tapering and once we're done tapering. These drugs numb and suppress emotions, so if we have things that have never been properly addressed (i.e. past trauma), then things can be challenging for us. That doesn't mean we can't live a life free of these drugs. Remember, low serotonin has never been proven to be the cause depression, anxiety, or anything else. Are the risks greater than the benefits of staying on Zoloft? If so, then always keep that goal in mind. 🩷
"Wishing you luck and grace @Leminaseri." — @MaypotI second that! You must do what is best for you. I cannot say that if wasn't so sick on these meds that I would taper off. This is forum is for those who WANT to get off. If you don't want to get off, no harm, no foul. We love you any way. We are doing this VERY HARD thing because we know life is better without the drugs. That's a good motivator! So perhaps you are still in a place of soul-searching. What does your heart say is best for you? You don't' need to answer me, but that's what I would do if I felt as you did.
"I don’t know. In my current situation I cannot buy the “we must go off-narrative”. I’ve been doing so much better in higher doses. My life was so decent. Yeah i had problems of course. But who dont have?" — @LeminaseriIf you decide to stay on the Zoloft and just forget about tapering, that is always an option for you. I'm sorry it's all so hard. There are some things to consider about long-term use though: https://www.outro.com/blog/long-term-zoloft-side-effects Just some food for thought. We'll support you no matter what you decide.
"I might lose my marriage. It’s too much for my wife" — @Leminaseri😢... I hope you can find what's best for the both of you.
"I only made a 4% cut in total. I don’t believe that a cut this tiny can cause such incredible symptoms beyond comprehension. And the symptoms occurred 32 days after holding before any symptom showed." — @LeminaseriIt's hard to comprehend, I know. My close friend is tapering Paxil and can only reduce by very small amounts. Perhaps the 4% is too much for your CNS to handle. Some are more sensitive than others. Whenever I make a reduction, sometimes I don't feel anything until about 3 weeks later; it's not uncommon.
Sign in to share your experience and connect with others.
Browse our map of deprescribing-informed providers worldwide.