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I'm curious from those that take antidepressants would you please PM me or post in here and tell me how the antidepressants make you feel.

I took Prozac at first then Welbutrin. Neither really helped, I don't think anyway.

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I started with Prozac about 10 years ago. I had an immediate reaction. At higher doses (80 mg) it felt like I was on speed. (or what I imagine speed feels like) I stayed on for a good 6 years. I started having problems again, and added wellbutrin. It had little/no effect for me.
I switched over to Lexapro, which I take to this day. About 2 years ago I added Effexor. I've had little/no side effects. Prozac killed my sex drive, and lexapro seems to reduce it a bit. (or I could just be getting old)

What do medications do for me?
It gets rid of suicidal thoughts and idealizations completely. I dwell on problems and misfortunes much much less. I sleep much better, and I don't have racing thoughts when I try to go to sleep. (I think Effexor is especially good for this)
Every day it doesn't feel like I'm trying to wade through an invisible jello that holds me back.

I lived for 7 years without medication. I probably should have flunked out of my senior year of college for lack of participation. I struggled and suffered greatly during those 7 years. I know what it's like to think "I can do this myself". I had to reach the bottom. Like an alcoholic who has to get it.
For those who struggle, I hope you get the help you need.