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Old 10-13-2019, 12:25 PM
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Congrats on your sobriety.

Do you have a history of depression? I have struggled with depression my whole life, with or without alcohol, so antidepressants are a major part of my recovery. I also see a therapist because I have trauma issues - medication would not help for that, unfortunately.

The best scenario depends on your particular situation. And, this is not a one-time shot. You can try either/or and change things as needed.

Personally, I made more rapid progress in my therapy when I resumed antidepressant medication. I had a long history of antidepressant usage already, so I knew what worked and what didn't and I didn't need to "try out" medication before finding one that fit.

I would advise you to stay in therapy, no matter what.

Take care.
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