Benzo free for 1 year

[[ni...]]

Ive been benzo free for a year now but im still suffering from social anxiety. My social anxiety seems to be like it was nearly 3 years ago when i first started taking benzos to overcome the issue. Im just wondering whether i should arrange to start an SSRI programme with my GP. Has anyone had any experiences with SSRIs helping with social anxiety.

[[Yu...]]

Someone to admit that not every symptom is benzo withdrawal releated.

[[ni...]]

hi, what do you mean by this.

[[Fp...]]

Ive been benzo free for a year now but im still suffering from social anxiety. My social anxiety seems to be like it was nearly 3 years ago when i first started taking benzos to overcome the issue. Im just wondering whether i should arrange to start an SSRI programme with my GP. Has anyone had any experiences with SSRIs helping with social anxiety.

I take 50mg of Zoloft and it is definitely beneficial to me for Generalized Anxiety. I will never take another Benzo, but will take zoloft as long as I feel like it is effective and beneficial. I know not everyone will agree with that, but it works for me.

[[bo...]]

I had social anxiety before all this too, but what I'm going through now is not just social anxiety. It's a million times worse.

[[Sa...]]

Niche,

 

Unfortunately, if you had social anxiety prior to benzos you may have it after (plus wd anxiety).

 

SaraSue

[[ni...]]

Ive been benzo free for a year now but im still suffering from social anxiety. My social anxiety seems to be like it was nearly 3 years ago when i first started taking benzos to overcome the issue. Im just wondering whether i should arrange to start an SSRI programme with my GP. Has anyone had any experiences with SSRIs helping with social anxiety.

I take 50mg of Zoloft and it is definitely beneficial to me for Generalized Anxiety. I will never take another Benzo, but will take zoloft as long as I feel like it is effective and beneficial. I know not everyone will agree with that, but it works for me.

Thats reassuring to hear, thanks. How long have you been on zoloft?

[[ni...]]

I had social anxiety before all this too, but what I'm going through now is not just social anxiety. It's a million times worse.

Yh im in a similar situation, im not sure if my anxiety this time around is worse than it was 3 years ago. Im sure benzo addiction didn't help tho.

[[Fp...]]

Ive been benzo free for a year now but im still suffering from social anxiety. My social anxiety seems to be like it was nearly 3 years ago when i first started taking benzos to overcome the issue. Im just wondering whether i should arrange to start an SSRI programme with my GP. Has anyone had any experiences with SSRIs helping with social anxiety.

I take 50mg of Zoloft and it is definitely beneficial to me for Generalized Anxiety. I will never take another Benzo, but will take zoloft as long as I feel like it is effective and beneficial. I know not everyone will agree with that, but it works for me.

Thats reassuring to hear, thanks. How long have you been on zoloft?

I have used zoloft prior to benzos, with much success and no sfx. I quit taking it prior to my benzo taper. Just recently began taking it again and feel like I am on my way to recovery. I still have a few benzo related sfx, but no more anxiety or depression. I was struggling with both during my taper and several months after jumping. Zoloft worked for me. You may have to try a few different ones to find the one that works best, but like I said, It may not be for everyone, but it has been a tremendous help to me. I hope you find what works for you and find some relief soon.

Take care,

Fp