Psychotropic medication discussion thread

Angela Patel79 said:Hey,
My doctor just added 10mg of Olanzapine at night to my current meds.

How long does it actually take for an AP like this to really kick in and start working consistently, rather than just making me sleepy right after I take it? Thanks

Give it about a week.

Angela Patel79 said:Hey,
My doctor just added 10mg of Olanzapine at night to my current meds.

How long does it actually take for an AP like this to really kick in and start working consistently, rather than just making me sleepy right after I take it? Thanks

Of all the antipsychotics out there, this one tends to act quite rapidly; you might actually see some symptom relief or a reduction in issues within just a day or two. Of course, that doesn't apply to every single symptom. Most other antipsychotics usually take anywhere from a week to two weeks to really kick in, depending on the specific drug.

Thanks for the replies!

Been on this AP for 5 days now, hopefully I start feeling better soon... 🙂

Angela Patel79 said:Thanks for the replies!

Been on this AP for 5 days now, hopefully I start feeling better soon... 🙂

What exactly are you taking it for, and what's your dosage?

Brandon Lopez6 said:I'm on 2mg too, but I split it up into four 0.25 doses. If I'm flying solo, I'll just knock back 0.50 in the morning and then basically "fast" until my next 0.25 dose.
Got this totally ridiculous schedule when I actually take it 🤦

Wait, you said 2 mg, but from what I can tell, you're actually taking 1 mg total—just doing 4x0.25 🤷

Steven Martin13 said:I honestly feel like I have to respond to this. I’ll admit, I’m not exactly the best at explaining complex science on internet forums, but I’ll try to be as precise as I can.

1. No one has ever truly proven the efficacy of antidepressants—and by that, I mean SSRIs, the ones that target serotonin. In a living human being, you simply CANNOT measure serotonin levels in a way that provides meaningful data, because everyone has their own unique baseline; there is NO modern medical test that can just scan your brain and say, "Oh, we've increased the sensitivity of your neurons to serotonin." All those studies funded by Big Pharma? To me, that sounds like fairy tales for children. It’s all subjective: if you feel like it helps, it helps; if it doesn't, it doesn't.

2. Regarding the Antipsychotic (AP) vs. Antidepressant (AD) comparison.
The reason I used that comparison was to give you a clearer picture of why certain medications are indicated for specific issues.
Just as ADs are indicated for obsessive thoughts, anxiety, and depression, APs are indicated for insomnia and anxiety (in lower doses), depression, and—at higher doses—various types of psychosis (though calling it a "schizophrenia cure" isn't quite right).

3. Benzodiazepines are "miracle" drugs because, let's face it, nothing works better in the short term. But there's no debate about their utility because they merely mask symptoms rather than addressing the underlying cause. Their massive Achilles' heel is addiction, which is the "spoiled child" of pharmacology—it ends up magnifying the very symptoms you were trying to fix. If you're "lucky" enough to experience that, you'll feel it firsthand.

4. APs are often prescribed for anxiety, which frequently goes hand-in-hand with insomnia, and that is the go-to choice for many psychiatrists. They can have side effects on your bloodwork or organs, so regular monitoring is a must. However, a huge advantage is that they aren't addictive and don't trigger a massive rebound of symptoms when you stop taking them.

If you really want to dive deep, we can talk extensively about the mechanisms of action for ADs, APs, and benz, but please—don't call something "unfounded" unless you actually have the arguments to back it up.

If you're choosing benz over APs based purely on personal preference, then fine. Of course you're going to look for reasons to convince yourself that benz are these "magic pills" or "super useful" just to justify your choice. That's just human psychology at work—unfortunately, the truth usually lies somewhere else entirely.

Everyone speaks from their own experience, and for me, Xanax works fine. Over three years, I haven't taken more than 1.5 mg a day. Right now, I'm dealing with some kind of virus, I have a fever, I haven't slept, and I feel terrible—yet as I read this post, I realized I haven't even taken a single Xanax today. I simply forgot because of the herbal teas, the Tylenol, and all these other cold medicines... I don't know, but I don't think I've become addicted, even though I usually take up to 1.5 mg depending on the day and my condition. Personally, I find AP to be more dangerous drugs, especially for certain groups of patients. If I ever felt like I was starting to crave "just one more pill," as you put it, I would naturally worry and perhaps switch to something else. On the other hand, my friend takes 200mg of Seroquel and 50mg of Zoloft, and yet she still can't function without three Xanax; if that's the case, what is the point of the Seroquel?

Steven Martin13 said:I honestly just stick to what's listed under the official indications for the medication—for instance, Social Security guidelines note that certain meds are prescribed specifically for OCD.

In my case, I was actually prescribed an antipsychotic on an as-needed basis for those exact kinds of thoughts, mostly because they just seem to hit harder and work more effectively. 🙂

Honestly, I was just going by experience. I don't really follow all the research or anything, to be real. 🙂
The AP worked great for me, but man, I looked like a total wreck while taking it.🙄

Paul Newman5 said:Been through three Adidas myself. Lexapro, Lexus, and Wellbutrin—couldn't tell you which was worse. They all just left me wired. That kind of restlessness where you can't sit still, pacing the house like a caged animal, plus this constant burning sensation in my chest, right over my heart. My psychiatrist actually told me to stop taking them and try psychotherapy and willpower instead. So, I'm just fighting the good fight with Prozac nation. Not going back to my old shrink, and honestly, I'm not even sure if I want a new one. Living in a small town makes getting to any decent hospital a hassle. I work, I have an ExxonMobil family to look after, so things are functioning somehow. Probably mostly thanks to the Prozac, though I know that isn't a real fix. Might end up back on meds later, who knows. Been looking into alternative stuff lately. Seems silly, but when you're drowning, you grab at any straw. We'll see. I've been on edge since this morning, but I have to finish lunch. Once noon hits, maybe I'll be a different person.

Mornings are the worst for me too. Even when I feel like garbage in the AM, I'm usually fine by the afternoon. It's rare for me to have a bad day that lasts the whole time.

Jason Vaughn482 said:Wait, you said 2 mg, but from what I can tell, you're actually taking 1 mg total—just doing 4x0.25 🤷

Yeah, me and math... not a great combo.🙈

Timothy Wood38 said:Yeah, I agree that you struggle with articulating things, and frankly, most of your posts lack any foundation—you're mostly just talking nonsense.

1. Of course the efficacy of antidepressants is proven. For any drug to hit the market, it has to undergo a mountain of research and testing, specifically regarding its effectiveness.

2. There is a difference between an approved clinical indication from a relevant regulatory body and so-called "off-label" use. One is based on rigorous studies used for approval; the other is not. Not a single AP on the market is officially approved for treating insomnia or anxiety disorders.

3. I’ve said enough about benzodiazepines.

4. Again, just read what I wrote under point number two.

And I'll say it again: I'm no pharmacologist, but I know the pharmaceutical industry inside and out. I don't want to get dragged into endless scientific debates, and I really hope this is the last time I have to answer your nonsense.

p.s. I'm a guy.

sry, I’m having a bit of trouble keeping track of all these handles—it happens to me more often than I’d like to admit!

If you happen to have any background in the pharmaceutical industry, I’m fairly certain you already know exactly what I’m talking about—it's one of those niche worlds where everything is interconnected, isn't it? It seems like you might have been cut off there—I was just sitting here thinking about how easily things can get interrupted mid-sentence, much like a sudden downpour during a summer afternoon in Chicago. Anyway, what was it you were going to ask? I'm all ears! So, I’ve been sitting here thinking about this—and honestly, it’s one of those rabbit holes that keeps you up at night—about how we actually know if the stuff in our medicine cabinets actually works. You know, when a new drug hits the market, there's all this talk about safety and efficacy, but it really makes you wonder: who exactly is being tested? It isn't just some random group of people picked out of a hat, though it might feel that way sometimes. It starts with basic laboratory research—think of it like testing the structural integrity of a bridge in a wind tunnel before anyone ever drives a car over it—using cells and animal models to see if the chemistry even holds up. But obviously, a mouse isn't a human, right? We can't just assume what happens in a lab will work the same way in a person living in Chicago or San Francisco. That brings us to the clinical trials, which are the real heavy lifters. These are organized, highly regulated stages where actual human volunteers step up. It moves from small groups—just a handful of people to check for basic safety—to much larger, more diverse groups to see how the drug performs across different ages, ethnicities, and health backgrounds. It’s a massive, multi-layered process designed to catch any red flags before the FDA gives it the green light. But then, there's the "real world" aspect. Once a drug is approved and being used by millions of Americans, the monitoring doesn't just stop. There's constant surveillance to catch those super rare side effects that maybe didn't show up in a trial of only a few thousand people. It’s a bit like how a car manufacturer tests a model on a track, but then they still have to monitor how those cars hold up after five years of driving through snowy winters and desert heat. It’s an ongoing, massive loop of data collection.Look, let’s be real for a second—all those clinical trials? They’re almost always run by the big pharmaceutical giants themselves, or at the very least, they're being bankrolled by these supposedly "independent" labs. It all comes down to who's cutting the checks, right? But honestly, everything you could possibly want to know is out there floating around on the web—you just have to have the patience to dig through the noise and actually find the right information. It's like searching for a needle in a haystack, but the needle is definitely there if you know where to look.
The law is incredibly flexible when it comes to capitalism—almost dangerously so. I was actually reading about this recently, following the insights of an American scientist who spent years working deep within the pharmaceutical industry. It really makes you think about how much influence those massive corporations actually wield over the rules we all have to live by.

You see it all over the internet—this endless stream of content featuring scientists who refused to sell out. These are people who didn't buckle under the pressure of lavish trips, envelopes full of cash, or whatever other fancy incentives come your way. To me, their actual perspectives and insights carry so much more weight than some half-baked, quasi-scientific drug trials that feel more like marketing stunts than real research.

I’m going to stick to my guns regarding these "ramblings" of mine—mostly because they didn't just pop up overnight on a Pfizer press release, you know? This isn't some random internet rumor; it’s the result of long-term research and countless deep dives into conversations with actual experts in the field. It's about looking past the surface level—much like how you wouldn't trust a headline without checking the data first—and listening to the people who actually know what they're talking about.

I’m telling you—and I mean this from the bottom of my heart—neither you nor I truly have any idea what we're actually putting into our bodies. It’s all a bit of a mystery, isn't it? One minute you think you're eating something wholesome, and the next... well, you start wondering about the chemistry behind it all.

Hey there, Prozac nation! 😉

Jason Vaughn482 said:Everyone speaks from their own experience, and for me, Xanax works fine. Over three years, I haven't taken more than 1.5 mg a day. Right now, I'm dealing with some kind of virus, I have a fever, I haven't slept, and I feel terrible—yet as I read this post, I realized I haven't even taken a single Xanax today. I simply forgot because of the herbal teas, the Tylenol, and all these other cold medicines... I don't know, but I don't think I've become addicted, even though I usually take up to 1.5 mg depending on the day and my condition. Personally, I find AP to be more dangerous drugs, especially for certain groups of patients. If I ever felt like I was starting to crave "just one more pill," as you put it, I would naturally worry and perhaps switch to something else. On the other hand, my friend takes 200mg of Seroquel and 50mg of Zoloft, and yet she still can't function without three Xanax; if that's the case, what is the point of the Seroquel?

Don't let the question of whether you are addicted to xanax weigh on you so heavily. If you were truly hooked, you would be consuming much larger quantities than what you are currently taking, so the situation remains under control.😉

Any competent psychiatrist must thoroughly review a patient's medical history to determine whether prescribing an AP is appropriate. They certainly won't prescribe them to someone who has recently suffered a stroke, nor will they give high doses to elderly patients in high-risk groups; instead, they are administered in minimal amounts. An AP isn't just handed out indiscriminately.

Regarding your friend, everything depends entirely on her specific diagnosis.
Speaking from my own experience, ever since I started Seroquel, I haven't needed Mississippi (xanax), because while I take Seroquel (specifically Quetiapine) to combat insomnia, my doctor also gave me permission to take small amounts during the day since that medication doesn't stay in the plasma for very long.

Jason Vaughn482 said:Everyone speaks from their own experience, and for me, Xanax works fine. Over three years, I haven't taken more than 1.5 mg a day. Right now, I'm dealing with some kind of virus, I have a fever, I haven't slept, and I feel terrible—yet as I read this post, I realized I haven't even taken a single Xanax today. I simply forgot because of the herbal teas, the Tylenol, and all these other cold medicines... I don't know, but I don't think I've become addicted, even though I usually take up to 1.5 mg depending on the day and my condition. Personally, I find AP to be more dangerous drugs, especially for certain groups of patients. If I ever felt like I was starting to crave "just one more pill," as you put it, I would naturally worry and perhaps switch to something else. On the other hand, my friend takes 200mg of Seroquel and 50mg of Zoloft, and yet she still can't function without three Xanax; if that's the case, what is the point of the Seroquel?

That's why I'm avoiding antidepressants for now, though you never knows. When I was on them, I needed twice as much Mississippi as I do today. And looking at the posts here and talking to people, nobody seems to have recovered just by taking an antidepressant for a year; there’s always something else added to the mix. There's the period spent finding the right fit, then the side effects—one keeps you awake, another makes you sleep too much, and you spend months just waiting for something to actually work. So that's where I am, but I'll say again, you never know. And there's no need to argue about it on this forum. Everyone is different, with different views. We should be supporting each other through crises and sharing experiences rather than fighting or claiming one way is objectively better. For me, that's not the case. Some choose antidepressants, some Mississippi, some nothing, some bioenergy, healers, psychologists, whatever. But we should respect and comfort each other. None of us are experts, and we're all stuck in the same mess. Besides, I personally know a woman who takes Helex three times a day and goes to work, raises three kids, and hasn't even thought about seeing a psychiatrist or a psychologist. She says the bullying at her job is just part of life, and she manages. I'm not saying that's a solution, but some people really don't see a doctor as necessary. When I complain about being on Mississippi for three months, people mock me for making drama out of nothing. Let's just respect each other. Everyone should treat themselves however they think is best.

Paul Newman5 said:That's why I'm avoiding antidepressants for now, though you never knows. When I was on them, I needed twice as much Mississippi as I do today. And looking at the posts here and talking to people, nobody seems to have recovered just by taking an antidepressant for a year; there’s always something else added to the mix. There's the period spent finding the right fit, then the side effects—one keeps you awake, another makes you sleep too much, and you spend months just waiting for something to actually work. So that's where I am, but I'll say again, you never know. And there's no need to argue about it on this forum. Everyone is different, with different views. We should be supporting each other through crises and sharing experiences rather than fighting or claiming one way is objectively better. For me, that's not the case. Some choose antidepressants, some Mississippi, some nothing, some bioenergy, healers, psychologists, whatever. But we should respect and comfort each other. None of us are experts, and we're all stuck in the same mess. Besides, I personally know a woman who takes Helex three times a day and goes to work, raises three kids, and hasn't even thought about seeing a psychiatrist or a psychologist. She says the bullying at her job is just part of life, and she manages. I'm not saying that's a solution, but some people really don't see a doctor as necessary. When I complain about being on Mississippi for three months, people mock me for making drama out of nothing. Let's just respect each other. Everyone should treat themselves however they think is best.

Once you finally make up your mind, you might consider trying Prozac. For me, it worked wonders after the initial three weeks; prior to that, I dealt with various side effects like heightened anxiety, but once it kicked in, everything stabilized and I was able to stop taking xanax. However, after three months, something snapped—I don't know how to describe it—I just woke up feeling utterly overwhelmed by dread, physically depleted, almost like the malaise you feel when fighting a heavy flu. I couldn't sleep at night and felt absolutely wretched. I cannot say for certain if Prozac played a role in that sudden shift, but my intuition told me to stop immediately, so I did, overnight. It took about a month for my state of being to gradually return to something resembling normalcy. Nowadays, to combat insomnia, I take half of the smallest dose of Lexapro—7.5 mg—along with some Lunesta just to ensure I get through a full night's rest. Lexapro is typically prescribed in doses of 15, 30, or 45 mg...

Jason Vaughn482 said:Once you finally make up your mind, you might consider trying Prozac. For me, it worked wonders after the initial three weeks; prior to that, I dealt with various side effects like heightened anxiety, but once it kicked in, everything stabilized and I was able to stop taking xanax. However, after three months, something snapped—I don't know how to describe it—I just woke up feeling utterly overwhelmed by dread, physically depleted, almost like the malaise you feel when fighting a heavy flu. I couldn't sleep at night and felt absolutely wretched. I cannot say for certain if Prozac played a role in that sudden shift, but my intuition told me to stop immediately, so I did, overnight. It took about a month for my state of being to gradually return to something resembling normalcy. Nowadays, to combat insomnia, I take half of the smallest dose of Lexapro—7.5 mg—along with some Lunesta just to ensure I get through a full night's rest. Lexapro is typically prescribed in doses of 15, 30, or 45 mg...

I sleep pretty well. Take 5mg of Norvasc and mostly sleep through the night; afternoons are fine. Last year around September, the depression hit hard, and then I spent all of November dealing with antidepressants and massive amounts of anti-anxiety meds. Now I'm active all day. Physically a bit weaker, but hanging in there. I can keep the fear somewhat under control, though I still have this one nagging fear that I’ll lose my mind and my job—and since I work something I don't really like in a tiny town where the nearest big city is 50 miles away, I don't have much choice. All that's left is the jitters. I'm nervous as a dog, especially in the mornings. Sometimes I think it's the Lexapro, which I've been on since New Year's, but when I feel good all day, like yesterday, I don't know what it is. Still debating going back to the psychiatrist. We'll see. Today I've basically been in a coma all day; the nerves are hitting me so hard I'm smoking like a chimney.😂

Paul Newman5 said:That's why I'm avoiding antidepressants for now, though you never knows. When I was on them, I needed twice as much Mississippi as I do today. And looking at the posts here and talking to people, nobody seems to have recovered just by taking an antidepressant for a year; there’s always something else added to the mix. There's the period spent finding the right fit, then the side effects—one keeps you awake, another makes you sleep too much, and you spend months just waiting for something to actually work. So that's where I am, but I'll say again, you never know. And there's no need to argue about it on this forum. Everyone is different, with different views. We should be supporting each other through crises and sharing experiences rather than fighting or claiming one way is objectively better. For me, that's not the case. Some choose antidepressants, some Mississippi, some nothing, some bioenergy, healers, psychologists, whatever. But we should respect and comfort each other. None of us are experts, and we're all stuck in the same mess. Besides, I personally know a woman who takes Helex three times a day and goes to work, raises three kids, and hasn't even thought about seeing a psychiatrist or a psychologist. She says the bullying at her job is just part of life, and she manages. I'm not saying that's a solution, but some people really don't see a doctor as necessary. When I complain about being on Mississippi for three months, people mock me for making drama out of nothing. Let's just respect each other. Everyone should treat themselves however they think is best.

Who exactly is mocking you?
I honestly can't make head or tail of this post.🤷

redranger2 said:Who exactly is mocking you?
I honestly can't make head or tail of this post.🤷

It wasn't about you guys messing with me. It's just when I talk to my friends, I worry that since I've been on Xanax for three months, I'm already becoming addicted. They tease me because they've been taking it for years and don't get why I'm so paranoid. Not all my friends take Xanax or Lexapro, though—some of them are actually sane.🤣

Paul Newman5 said:It wasn't about you guys messing with me. It's just when I talk to my friends, I worry that since I've been on Xanax for three months, I'm already becoming addicted. They tease me because they've been taking it for years and don't get why I'm so paranoid. Not all my friends take Xanax or Lexapro, though—some of them are actually sane.🤣

You aren't going to become addicted; what on earth are you talking about? It isn't as if you’re popping a handful of pills every single day. 😂
It seems a vast number of people are consuming antidepressants and similar medications, yet they hide their usage with the desperate secrecy of a snake concealing its tail.🙂

I’ve been on Effexor for quite a while now, but I’ve really started to notice a pattern: if I miss a dose, my mood just tanks. I get these sudden bouts of crying spells, like this past Friday 🙏where I ended up snapping at my boyfriend for no real reason—well, okay, he was being annoying about one of his opinions, but my reaction was totally out of proportion even to me. We got back to my place and I just started spiraling, getting all worked up about him walking into the room with his shoes on, just little things, you know? Then it escalated into me yelling about how he hates me and saying I can't take it anymore... 🙄After that, he just stood up and walked away. He eventually came back with something wrapped in pretty gift paper, but I was still sulking. Then I had the nerve to demand he make me some coffee and bring me a soda 🤣,but he told me he wasn't doing anything until I calmed down. That just set me off even more. I told him, "Fine, I'll do it myself, but then I'm leaving, and you won't see me again because I'm meeting someone else"—honestly, it was a total disaster 😂. Well, he just told me to go, though you could tell he was absolutely fuming inside... So, I went to make myself a Nescafe and grabbed a Coke 😂and then I just started crying again. Eventually, we made up and I actually started laughing at myself. I've realized that happens every single time I accidentally skip my meds... Generally, the stuff works for me, I've just noticed I'm a bit more irritable and forgetful lately 🤷

wiredmason56 said:I’ve been on Effexor for quite a while now, but I’ve really started to notice a pattern: if I miss a dose, my mood just tanks. I get these sudden bouts of crying spells, like this past Friday 🙏where I ended up snapping at my boyfriend for no real reason—well, okay, he was being annoying about one of his opinions, but my reaction was totally out of proportion even to me. We got back to my place and I just started spiraling, getting all worked up about him walking into the room with his shoes on, just little things, you know? Then it escalated into me yelling about how he hates me and saying I can't take it anymore... 🙄After that, he just stood up and walked away. He eventually came back with something wrapped in pretty gift paper, but I was still sulking. Then I had the nerve to demand he make me some coffee and bring me a soda 🤣,but he told me he wasn't doing anything until I calmed down. That just set me off even more. I told him, "Fine, I'll do it myself, but then I'm leaving, and you won't see me again because I'm meeting someone else"—honestly, it was a total disaster 😂. Well, he just told me to go, though you could tell he was absolutely fuming inside... So, I went to make myself a Nescafe and grabbed a Coke 😂and then I just started crying again. Eventually, we made up and I actually started laughing at myself. I've realized that happens every single time I accidentally skip my meds... Generally, the stuff works for me, I've just noticed I'm a bit more irritable and forgetful lately 🤷

Ugh, I know this feeling all too well... I also find myself overreacting in really stupid ways sometimes. It's not even that I feel agitated or irritable beforehand, I just react that way regardless. I try to stay on as few anxiolytics as possible, so I often end up in the exact same position you were in last Friday... poor guys have to deal with us

redranger2 said:You aren't going to become addicted; what on earth are you talking about? It isn't as if you’re popping a handful of pills every single day. 😂
It seems a vast number of people are consuming antidepressants and similar medications, yet they hide their usage with the desperate secrecy of a snake concealing its tail.🙂

Thanks for this. I’m taking them because I can’t handle being this on edge, but the addiction part scares me. This helped. I work in pharmacy retail—can't go into specifics here—and seeing how much benzos and anxiolytics move through the registers, it feels like half the country is on them. Still, I wish I didn't need it. I'm stuck in a dilemma. I've had bad experiences with AD, so I keep putting off the psychiatrist, and the anxiolytics scare me too. I've been doing bioenergy for two months now, but honestly, aside from having more physical energy than last fall, I don't see much progress. Doing Pilates, trying to stay positive... but I'm not doing great. I'll stick with this for a while and then decide. Thanks for the insight on addiction. I'm on Misare 3x a day, 0.5mg, and sometimes I supplement with 0.25mg in the morning. It's a lot, but that's where I am.

Paul Newman5 said:Thanks for this. I’m taking them because I can’t handle being this on edge, but the addiction part scares me. This helped. I work in pharmacy retail—can't go into specifics here—and seeing how much benzos and anxiolytics move through the registers, it feels like half the country is on them. Still, I wish I didn't need it. I'm stuck in a dilemma. I've had bad experiences with AD, so I keep putting off the psychiatrist, and the anxiolytics scare me too. I've been doing bioenergy for two months now, but honestly, aside from having more physical energy than last fall, I don't see much progress. Doing Pilates, trying to stay positive... but I'm not doing great. I'll stick with this for a while and then decide. Thanks for the insight on addiction. I'm on Misare 3x a day, 0.5mg, and sometimes I supplement with 0.25mg in the morning. It's a lot, but that's where I am.

Been seeing a psychologist for therapy since October, but nothing major to report there either. We agreed to take a break in March and we'll see about resuming later. When the anxiety hits, I just can't force myself to do those visualization exercises or "positive thinking" stuff. It doesn't work for me. Or maybe I'm just not persistent enough.

Gerald Torres2 said:Ugh, I know this feeling all too well... I also find myself overreacting in really stupid ways sometimes. It's not even that I feel agitated or irritable beforehand, I just react that way regardless. I try to stay on as few anxiolytics as possible, so I often end up in the exact same position you were in last Friday... poor guys have to deal with us

God, it’s a total disaster. If I take an anxiolytic, I’m fine and calm, but lately, I’ve noticed I just explode over the tiniest things. Every little nonsense thing just throws me completely off my game...