Doctor's appointment went really well. He definitely thinks the Cymbalta was increasing the anxiety and insomnia. I am now going to try an SSRI (rather than an SRNI), Sertraline (Zoloft). Sticking it out with the Ativan in the evening too for at least another 2 weeks to see how this medication does with regards to my insomnia. I can also take the Zopiclone for sleeping if I need it. Drowsiness is a common side effect with the Sertraline according to the doc so hopefully I won't need the sleeping pill too! I check back in with him in 2 weeks.

Much calmer today than I have been for the last 4-5 days. Was reassuring to hear that the increase in anxiety and depression wasn't just because I couldn't manage it- that the medication was adding to it. Being off the Cymbalta now for 2 days I definitely feel was less jittery and edgy. I even managed to eat a bit already today, and the racing uncontrollable thoughts are a little quieter today so far.

Haven't heard back from a counsellor yet, hopefully something will get set up soon

Thanks for your support everyone. Having somewhere to check in and share how I am doing has been a great release for me.