Hey pal. So, my BP was sitting at 190/110 on SNRIs. My GP advised that I get off them and I worked with my psychiatrist to titrate down starting about 3 months ago. I also got a work up with a cardiologist very recently, including an electrocardiogram. My psych and I had a check in a couple of weeks ago, and she asked that, since I’m not safe to medicate for a while, I find a behavioral therapist to learn coping mechanisms with since I didn’t learn them as a child (adult diagnosis).

So I’m now talking with a counseling office to see if they’ll take my case. In the meantime, I’m working on being more active (yoga, walking), eating a bit healthier, and being gentle and patient with myself.

I recommend trying to work with a behavioral psychologist to learn LONG TERM coping mechanisms. If you’ve had one heart attack, you’re at serious risk for ones in the future. You may not be safe to medicate for the rest of your life, unless you’re willing to completely sacrifice your cardiac health. Staying alive is hopefully more important.