I have been on antidepressants in the past and came off them successfully. I'm now on zoloft (with lithium so I dont go manic as I have bipolar) and it has been a life saver. Literally. I don't think I would be here without my medication.

I will say that zoloft made me extremely tired. I'm on a high dose, 250mg and I needed a stimulant to function during the day. After 8 months on it I'm down to taking the stimulant 2-3 times per week. Zoloft also made me sick to my stomach for a couple months after I started and then that disappeared.

I don't know if that helps, but feel free to message me if you have any questions.