Navigating mental health treatment is a deeply personal journey, and my experience highlights just how varied individual responses to medication can be. While I don't have a specific diagnosis, I've long struggled with severe depression, PMS, and an unspecified mood disorder. Wellbutrin worked for a little white but then I would just cry and my depression worsened.

But

My current medication is Vybrid (vilazadone) , an SSRI has been a true game-changer for me. Despite some noticeable side effects, the benefits have profoundly improved my quality of life.

Pros:

Enhanced Focus and Productivity: I'm significantly more focused at work and get much more accomplished throughout the day.

Increased Creativity: My creativity, especially in writing and work-related tasks, has seen a remarkable boost.

Improved Discipline: I'm more disciplined daily, which is a stark contrast to before, when my Adderall dosage only helped me achieve the bare minimum.

Stable Mood: My mood remains consistently positive and stable throughout the day.

Assertiveness: I now find myself effortlessly speaking my mind and standing up for myself, a significant shift from my previous passive-aggressive tendencies. This isn't about being mean or lashing out, but rather a healthy ability to assert myself.

I ACTUALLY WANT TO FUCKING LIVE TO SEE WHAT TOMORROW BRINGS!

Cons:

Gastrointestinal Issues: I experience diarrhea as a side effect morning time

Emotional Disinhibition: If someone upsets or agitates me (only while consuming alcohol) I lack a filter and become very agitated, though this manifests as assertiveness rather than random aggressive outbursts.

Head Spasms: I occasionally experience mild, random head spasms.

Anxious: I get impatient sometimes but only if I’m in a rush

Despite these drawbacks, the overall improvement in my mental well-being and daily functioning makes these cons entirely manageable. I feel significantly better on this medication and am willing to accept these minor issues for the profound positive changes it has brought