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Old Jan 14, 2015, 12:22 PM
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Originally Posted by NonBinaryHamster View Post
Hey,

So, I've been seeing cousellors, psychologists, psychiatrists and doctors for over ten years now (I'm only in my early twenties) and they have all recommended me taking antidepressants for my depression. I also have a binge eating disorder.
Anyway, I am finally starting to accept that they could be good for me - I don't want to continue feeling this way all the time, it's intererring with my life far too much.

The thing is, if I am to go on meds, I want to be heavily involved in the process of choosing the rigt meds for me. I've done a lot of research, but a lot of my information contridicts itself in many places, especially considering weight changes as a side effect.
I fear gaining weight more than anything, and have been doing so a lot lately due to the eating disorder. So, I don't want one that is likely to make me gain weight. I suffer with insomia, too, so can't take ones that are likely to make that worse, which many seem to be.

The one that's stood out for me mostly is Wellbutrin. Though doctors aren't supposed to give that to people with eating disorders. Was wondering if any of you have any advice or opinions of ones I should discuss with my doctor before I see him in two weeks? Any input would be appreciated, and I know that it's a process to find one that both works and I'm happy about, I've no illusions about this.

Thanks
I would advise you to have a look at this paper describing the negative effects of antidepressants:

Negative Effects of Antidepressants | Mad in America

This video by Robert Whitaker is also very illuminating as a study of long term outcomes and as to why these drugs are prescribed so much.



What I personally think is the best plan for dealing with depression is explained here

http://forums.psychcentral.com/4162657-post74.html

- vital