LATE BLOOMERS SIDE EFFECTS: The ups and downs of mental health medication
Jan 15, 2025
Rich and Rox dive into their journeys with mental health medications, sharing both the candid realities and hilarious mishaps. From Rich's embarrassing side effects to Rox's heartfelt reflections on grief and sobriety, they explore the complexities of finding the right treatment. The conversation uniquely touches on the challenges of quick prescriptions and personal choices surrounding ADHD medication. Expect laughter, empathy, and relatable insights into navigating the often messy world of mental health.
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Unexpected Breakthrough And Quick Prescription
- Rich burst into tears driving his daughter to preschool and sought therapy, which quickly led to a sertraline prescription.
- The medication helped anxiety but left him emotionally numb and foggy for months.
Trauma Therapy Revealed Root Causes
- Rich later realised trauma work explained his symptoms better than a quick biochemical explanation.
- He believes therapy that addressed past trauma changed his understanding of his mental health.
Medication Caused Public Embarrassment
- Rich describes frequent diarrhea on sertraline culminating in a major public accident before a disciplinary meeting.
- He cleaned up in a coffee shop, went commando into the meeting, and still ran the hearing.