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I have been suffering from depression and anxiety since early 20s and still suffering at the age of 28.

I have only just begun to accept my illness in the brain.

Welcome to the site

Hi
Welcome to the forum. I understand how you feel because I've been suffering from anxiety almost all my life, but only recently I got help because I became very depressed, and I finaly realized that I could not do it alone.
Are you in treatment or therapy? Take care.

My medication is:

1x 20mg Citalopram (Makes me feel tired on and off)
2x 40mg Propranolol (Can sometimes give me the runs if I don't eat with food)

I have managed to get myself into counciling (Had to be on the waiting list for a fair amount of months). Turns out I am allowed 6 sessions, for some reasons after each visit. I felt brighter.

I have strong support from my family and the doctor. I have been slowly opening up to my friends, so that they are aware of my symptoms. By opening up and making people aware helps other realize it is very big issue. That we need this kind of support when we depressed.

I still suffer depression and anxiety issues on and off.

Hi,and welcome Illguyx.We have already had fun in getting to know you! So glad your here.You are very helpful,and have a natural talent for talking openly with others.We are so fortunate to have you and your experience,added to the room.Thanks again, fupduck

Hi illGuy :)

If Citalopram makes you tired, take it before you go to bed like I do and it will help you sleep.
Why do you take propranolol, do you have hypertension?

((((((((((((((( illGuy ))))))))))))))))))

Sending you a special warm hug, you always do that for me in the room. Good to see you posting here. TY for that.

Talk soon

Warmie/Jeanie