[PaperDolls]

You're all right. I'm not taking the pills for pain but for energy. I'm done with them. Done. I'll tell my doctor.

And, gf, you're probably right. I do want to say that I have always had problems with getting up in the morning. I know that the pills contribute but it is not the only factor. I don't know what the other factor(s) is but I know there's something going on. My doc is aware of this and suggested a sleep-study but I can't afford the $900. I may just have to suck it up and find the money. If it would help me get the right sleep/rest it would be worth it.

Thank you all for telling me like it is.

Smyle - I do take effexor and I think it has really helped me. Mostly in small ways that are almost hard to notice. I just feel more "stabilized" and more in control of my emotions. I still get stressed out and "in my head" but more like a "normal" (what ever that means) person.

Lee -- I haven't heard of Cipramil. Wonder if their is a different US version. Either way -- you're right, it's worth a shot. Who wants to cry all the time? I hope you feel better soon. Keep us posted.

~doll