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tk2kewl

(18,133 posts)
2. no zaps yet this time
Wed Apr 18, 2012, 12:56 PM
Apr 2012

Last edited Wed Apr 18, 2012, 01:42 PM - Edit history (1)

had em big time last time when i was also taking the chantix

last time i had to take a day or two off from work because of the anxiety and brain zappies

right now my brain is just working over time on sorting through all sorts of thoughts. mostly thoughts about the external world. i find myself tearing up over all sorts of emotions running the full spectrum (love, happiness, sadness, anger, indignation, fear, pride), but none of those feelings have lead to any hopelessness or self loathing so i don't think i am putting myself in any grave danger.

my biggest concern is that i may become irritable and treat my loving wife and son in a manner they do not deserve.

if you don't mind my asking, how long were you taking effexor, how long since you stopped, are you taking something else in its place, and are you glad you no longer take it?

Thanks

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