Thank you both!

Hi,
I took fluoxetine a few years ago, I didn't have many side effects at all, just feeling a bit nauseous to start with. Everyone is different though.
Good luck, and well done for talking to your doctor

Hi ScottishLad,

Welcome to the forum. So sorry to hear you are struggling at the moment. I hope you find it useful here!

Hi Beigh,

Sorry to hear you are struggling. Unfortunately most of my coping mechanisms involve the use of both arms - hopefully someone else will have some ideas for you
Can you ring someone when you are feeling down / anxious? That's what I do and it generally calms me down.

Welcome to both of you!

Sevenstars - I still self-harm too, it's not just teenagers

That's great, I'm so pleased it's helping you! Sorry for being nosy, I'm just curious

I love colouring too! My sister bought me a massive pack of Sharpies for my 25th next week, so I started colouring with them last night! I go to Zumba as well, and I've just started cross-stitching.

Hi Honeybee, welcome

Is she seeing anyone? Can you talk to someone in your family about it?

Hi Aldertree Welcome!
What hobbies do you have?
Do you mind me asking you what kind of therapy you're currently having?

I totally agree, speak to your doctor! Only they can advise you, and you shouldn't be doing it alone

I agree with Chris, alcohol makes me more depressed too!