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Jun 03, 2015, 07:05 AM
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pdoc dx'd with GAD ( among other things) he gave meds to treat for that just wondering if that will also help for social anxiety, which is more of a problem for me.
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Jun 03, 2015, 09:06 AM
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As far as I know the meds are the same for both, but honestly, I think CBT is more effective for social anxiety. I had a really bad problem with social anxiety a few years ago and was actually diagnosed with social phobia. I did an 8 week CBT group specifically for social phobia, and it really helped me a lot - more than any meds did.
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Jun 03, 2015, 10:55 AM
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I think the meds should help with both but agree to counseling would be helpful.
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Jun 03, 2015, 10:58 AM
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What meds did you get for GAD? I am curious what pdocs start with these days.
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Jun 03, 2015, 02:24 PM
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Escitalopram wellbutrin XL ( to counteract side effects) Last edited by eunoia535; Jun 03, 2015 at 04:45 PM. |
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Jun 03, 2015, 02:43 PM
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That's pretty interesting. Both are fine medications. Have years of experience individually and as a combo with each.
Dosages? How is it coming along so far? Very curious. Thanks for sharing with the group. moogs
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Jun 03, 2015, 04:43 PM
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Escitalopram 10mg wellbutrin XL 150mg i'm just starting them. i have to see pdoc again in another 4-5 weeks in case it needs adjustment. i hope this combo works for me. i haven't had much luck so far. |
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