About two weeks ago I ran out of the low dose of lexapro that I was prescribed. I had no refills...So, like many who are afflicted with this, I simply stopped taking the meds. The main reason for this was the massive weight gain that resulted from 4 short months on the medication. Still doing well; working on some major life changes - the other reason that I stopped it is the blunted emotions that I had while on it. I realized that about a week after stopping I laughed - really laughed - for the first time in months. I'm hopeful - and, as always, I wish you all well in your fight against this invisible monster.