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LettingGo · 05-23-2003, 11:45 AM

Hello! I finally got it so I can post at work! I am so excited! Anyways, my question for the day is this...... I am taking Zoloft for anxiety and mild depression. Anyways, I should mention that I am 14 days sober today. My new issue is that I cannot sleep and I heard that Zoloft can cause insomnia. If this is the case then I am not going to take this anymore! I know what you will all say, talk to your doctor and be honest! Well, I guess I should, but I am not going to right now. I dont want to feel any crazier than I already am by stopping the Zoloft but at the same time, I have to sleep. I have posted about this problem before so I dont mean to repeat myself. I just saw this was one of the side effects so I was just curious. Thanks girls!:p

2stop · 05-23-2003, 04:17 PM

Hi!
I used to take Zoloft and I know what you mean by the insomnia, I also would have splitting migraines and couldn't sleep. I can't recommend stopping without seeing your doctor but I understand, have done it. I am on Remeron right now and i don't like it at all.

Congrats on the 14 days sober. I know how long that can seem. I am on day 10 or 11, can't remember!! LOL!!

Good to meet ya'! I hope you a wonderful weekend.

Many hugs and hope too,
Tammie:shades:

DolphinBlue · 05-23-2003, 09:24 PM

Hi,

it might not have started working yet, it took 4 weeks for me. I'm not sure how long you've been taking it for? I've stopped taking it now (tapered off with doctor's help) because I was sleeping too much. There are maybe as many different reactions as there are people, because it works on chemicals in the brain and we're all wired differently.

You could try cutting down on coffee if you drink it during the day. Exercise is a great way to get your body tired, which will make it want to rest. You might have to be patient about this one, it takes time for the body to adjust to sobriety. If you drank for a long time, its going to take a while for your body to right itself. Relaxation techniques and meditation are good also. Some people are just bad sleepers and always have been.

Congrats on 14 days! Hope you can find a way to sleep that works for you.

Amy

LettingGo · 05-28-2003, 01:33 PM

Not sober anymore. Guess that takes care of the insomnia.

05-28-2003, 03:33 PM

((((LettingGo))))

Don't give up. Keep trying.

Hugs,
MG

Paulie · 05-28-2003, 03:44 PM

(((LettingGo)))

ditto to what MG said. You know we only have today. So for today you are sober, and that is one more day than yesterday

.

don't give up!!! We are here. I know you don't want to hear preaching, but you really need to talk to your dr. about this stuff.

Sending Huge Hugs to you!!! hang in there!!!!

SkyIsFalling42 · 05-28-2003, 10:06 PM

LettingGo

Please always remember that you are not alone..even though you may feel that you are. There are alot of good people here, and we are all going through or have gone through the same kind of things you are. we understand..and we are all here rooting for you!!

Love in spirit
Sky

LettingGo · 05-29-2003, 11:47 AM

Still not sober. Could kick myself but I think that I will drink or take some pills instead! LOL My husband is freaking and I am about to say to hell with him! I know I need to quit. I am about to take the last 15 klonopin I have and just be done with it! I am not happy sober and miserable unsober. I want to have an affair. I want to leave a good man. I dont want to commit suicide by any means!!! I just am mad and confused! My husband said we met in a bar and that is what he does! I just want to give him a big **** you. Any words of wisdom?

05-29-2003, 03:02 PM

sounds like you have a case of the f**kits. I can certainly relate to that. I have drank and used over them many, many times.

What I have finally realized is that, for me, drinking and using always makes it worse. Some times I want to escape, or just throw in the towel and say F**kit and run back to my old friends, the last time it was RX drugs and 100 proof vodka.

If I am going to change roommates, a job etc..., I make better decisions when my mind is clear.

There is nothing that drinking can't make worse.

vinnietoo · 05-29-2003, 03:35 PM

LG,

Thanks! I remember well being there too. Signed
all the papers I need to was leaving 7/8 what I had
to the wife and kids had the passport and was on my way
to Antigua. Thank God a friend of mine stopped me..
by the way he was a cop. Just a year ago now...
you should see the video with him trying to count
25,000.00 dollars on the hood of the squad. Had already wired
enough money to the island to live well till I died from drinking.
I owe my life to Officer McKinley... a real friend...even if
he did make me stay in jail for a few days..he is still a great
friend, though not an "A". LOL Anyway..remember if you are
using, things are not as they appear. It will get better being
sober, however it does take time...how much? I don't know
am still on the journey. Want to join us? Any time is the right
time. Welcome to the club ...at least you do know that you
do have a problem that's half of it..come join us and share
your pain and fears. I have them too.

Good thoughts to you,
Vinnie

vinnietoo · 05-29-2003, 08:43 PM

Good grief....Pauline I did it again. Seems like old times.
LOL Sorry ladies didn't mean to interject where not wanted.
I hate it when this happens!!!! soOOO the only thing
I can do is invoke the "honorary woman" title.
Again pardon me just a guy who gets confused
as to where he is on the threads. May all of you have
a great 24.

Blessings,
Vinnie

05-29-2003, 10:47 PM

Too funny guys,

It's easy to do when you come in through new topics.

We understand.

Hugs,
MG

catherine40 · 05-30-2003, 06:21 PM

Hi LettingGo ...

Just wanted to let you know that you are not alone. I, too have fallen off the wagon. I have been so ashamed of myself that I have been avoiding this website. I think you will find some phenomenal support here, so don't run away like I did!!

I have taken Zoloft myself. The jitters lasts about two weeks, then goes away. If you can get through that you will be fine. The Zoloft really really helps curb the desire to take drugs. Not completely but more so than going it alone. It's a great appetite suppressant too!!

Although I've never used Klonopin (I'm a painkiller girl myself), I did see a biography about Stevie Nicks and she talks about her abuse and recovery from it. Have you seen it? I think it's on of those VH-1 biographies.

Please keep in touch with everyone here and let us know how you are doing.

Catherine

Juls · 06-05-2003, 04:24 AM

Letting Go,

There are other anti-depressants that don't necessarily cause insomnia. There are also some that help for sleep. I take two myself. Paxil for my anxiety, and trazodone for sleep. For me it's a good combination.

I know you said that you don't want to talk to your Dr., but there's no need for you to suffer. Also, I'm don't remeber if you said you drank or what you used, but it can be unsafe to drink and abuse other types of drugs when your taking anti-depressants.

Take care of yourself, that means your body, mind and spirit.

Juls

P.S. Hope I don't sound preachy.

05-23-2003, 11:45 AM	#1 (permalink)
LettingGo Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Utah Posts: 330	Zoloft..... Hello! I finally got it so I can post at work! I am so excited! Anyways, my question for the day is this...... I am taking Zoloft for anxiety and mild depression. Anyways, I should mention that I am 14 days sober today. My new issue is that I cannot sleep and I heard that Zoloft can cause insomnia. If this is the case then I am not going to take this anymore! I know what you will all say, talk to your doctor and be honest! Well, I guess I should, but I am not going to right now. I dont want to feel any crazier than I already am by stopping the Zoloft but at the same time, I have to sleep. I have posted about this problem before so I dont mean to repeat myself. I just saw this was one of the side effects so I was just curious. Thanks girls!:p

05-28-2003, 01:33 PM	#4 (permalink)
LettingGo Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Utah Posts: 330	Unsober again Not sober anymore. Guess that takes care of the insomnia.

05-28-2003, 03:44 PM	#6 (permalink)
Paulie It is what it is!!! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Sobriety Posts: 5,778	(((LettingGo))) ditto to what MG said. You know we only have today. So for today you are sober, and that is one more day than yesterday . don't give up!!! We are here. I know you don't want to hear preaching, but you really need to talk to your dr. about this stuff. Sending Huge Hugs to you!!! hang in there!!!! __________________ I know more about how to live than I did yesterday, but not as much as I'll know tomorrow. Today, Ill learn something new~JFT, 1/27/06 The difference between a good day and a bad day, is about 2 days~Ann of SR

05-28-2003, 10:06 PM	#7 (permalink)
SkyIsFalling42 Big kitty nose hugs Join Date: May 2003 Location: Center of The World Posts: 1,261	LettingGo Please always remember that you are not alone..even though you may feel that you are. There are alot of good people here, and we are all going through or have gone through the same kind of things you are. we understand..and we are all here rooting for you!! Love in spirit Sky __________________ Love In Spirit, Sky Where my heart is....... http://Writing.Com/authors/skyisfalling02 "Never Give In, Never Give In, Never Give In, Never, Never, Never." ~~Sir Winston Churchill~~

05-29-2003, 11:47 AM	#8 (permalink)
LettingGo Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Utah Posts: 330	update Still not sober. Could kick myself but I think that I will drink or take some pills instead! LOL My husband is freaking and I am about to say to hell with him! I know I need to quit. I am about to take the last 15 klonopin I have and just be done with it! I am not happy sober and miserable unsober. I want to have an affair. I want to leave a good man. I dont want to commit suicide by any means!!! I just am mad and confused! My husband said we met in a bar and that is what he does! I just want to give him a big **** you. Any words of wisdom?

05-23-2003, 04:17 PM	#2 (permalink)
2stop ~Author of My Life~ Join Date: May 2003 Location: Doing what I thought I couldn't.... Posts: 4,669	Hi! I used to take Zoloft and I know what you mean by the insomnia, I also would have splitting migraines and couldn't sleep. I can't recommend stopping without seeing your doctor but I understand, have done it. I am on Remeron right now and i don't like it at all. Congrats on the 14 days sober. I know how long that can seem. I am on day 10 or 11, can't remember!! LOL!! Good to meet ya'! I hope you a wonderful weekend. Many hugs and hope too, Tammie:shades:

05-23-2003, 09:24 PM	#3 (permalink)
DolphinBlue Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Australia Posts: 622	Hi, it might not have started working yet, it took 4 weeks for me. I'm not sure how long you've been taking it for? I've stopped taking it now (tapered off with doctor's help) because I was sleeping too much. There are maybe as many different reactions as there are people, because it works on chemicals in the brain and we're all wired differently. You could try cutting down on coffee if you drink it during the day. Exercise is a great way to get your body tired, which will make it want to rest. You might have to be patient about this one, it takes time for the body to adjust to sobriety. If you drank for a long time, its going to take a while for your body to right itself. Relaxation techniques and meditation are good also. Some people are just bad sleepers and always have been. Congrats on 14 days! Hope you can find a way to sleep that works for you. Amy

05-28-2003, 03:33 PM	#5 (permalink)
Morning Glory Guest Posts: n/a	((((LettingGo)))) Don't give up. Keep trying. Hugs, MG

05-29-2003, 03:02 PM	#9 (permalink)
Scott L. Guest Posts: n/a	sounds like you have a case of the... sounds like you have a case of the fkits. I can certainly relate to that. I have drank and used over them many, many times. What I have finally realized is that, for me, drinking and using always makes it worse. Some times I want to escape, or just throw in the towel and say Fkit and run back to my old friends, the last time it was RX drugs and 100 proof vodka. If I am going to change roommates, a job etc..., I make better decisions when my mind is clear. There is nothing that drinking can't make worse.

05-29-2003, 03:35 PM	#10 (permalink)
vinnietoo Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: land of 10,000 lakes Posts: 187	LG, Thanks! I remember well being there too. Signed all the papers I need to was leaving 7/8 what I had to the wife and kids had the passport and was on my way to Antigua. Thank God a friend of mine stopped me.. by the way he was a cop. Just a year ago now... you should see the video with him trying to count 25,000.00 dollars on the hood of the squad. Had already wired enough money to the island to live well till I died from drinking. I owe my life to Officer McKinley... a real friend...even if he did make me stay in jail for a few days..he is still a great friend, though not an "A". LOL Anyway..remember if you are using, things are not as they appear. It will get better being sober, however it does take time...how much? I don't know am still on the journey. Want to join us? Any time is the right time. Welcome to the club ...at least you do know that you do have a problem that's half of it..come join us and share your pain and fears. I have them too. Good thoughts to you, Vinnie __________________ There is no person walking the face of the Earth who demonstrates more courage,dignity and integrity,on a daily basis, than an addict in recovery.

05-29-2003, 08:43 PM	#11 (permalink)
vinnietoo Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: land of 10,000 lakes Posts: 187	Good grief....Pauline I did it again. Seems like old times. LOL Sorry ladies didn't mean to interject where not wanted. I hate it when this happens!!!! soOOO the only thing I can do is invoke the "honorary woman" title. Again pardon me just a guy who gets confused as to where he is on the threads. May all of you have a great 24. Blessings, Vinnie __________________ There is no person walking the face of the Earth who demonstrates more courage,dignity and integrity,on a daily basis, than an addict in recovery.

05-29-2003, 10:47 PM	#12 (permalink)
Morning Glory Guest Posts: n/a	Too funny guys, It's easy to do when you come in through new topics. We understand. Hugs, MG

05-30-2003, 06:21 PM	#13 (permalink)
catherine40 Paused Join Date: May 2003 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 3	Hi LettingGo ... Just wanted to let you know that you are not alone. I, too have fallen off the wagon. I have been so ashamed of myself that I have been avoiding this website. I think you will find some phenomenal support here, so don't run away like I did!! I have taken Zoloft myself. The jitters lasts about two weeks, then goes away. If you can get through that you will be fine. The Zoloft really really helps curb the desire to take drugs. Not completely but more so than going it alone. It's a great appetite suppressant too!! Although I've never used Klonopin (I'm a painkiller girl myself), I did see a biography about Stevie Nicks and she talks about her abuse and recovery from it. Have you seen it? I think it's on of those VH-1 biographies. Please keep in touch with everyone here and let us know how you are doing. Catherine

06-05-2003, 04:24 AM	#14 (permalink)
Juls Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: California, USA Posts: 1,101	Letting Go, There are other anti-depressants that don't necessarily cause insomnia. There are also some that help for sleep. I take two myself. Paxil for my anxiety, and trazodone for sleep. For me it's a good combination. I know you said that you don't want to talk to your Dr., but there's no need for you to suffer. Also, I'm don't remeber if you said you drank or what you used, but it can be unsafe to drink and abuse other types of drugs when your taking anti-depressants. Take care of yourself, that means your body, mind and spirit. Juls P.S. Hope I don't sound preachy.

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