u/Impressive-Golf7906

I’ve tried 4 antidepressants, each working for about 6 months and they worked really well. I’d get up ridiculously early, had tons of energy, confidence, etc.

Then about 6 months in they’d stop working and I’d quickly breakdown, suicidal ideation despite dose increases. Weird that each one was the exact same experience.

So basically the last 4 years of my life has been that cycle.

Wondering if I should just get off of them. I am now on Effexor, which I’m afraid to withdrawal from. I’m also afraid of life without antidepressants.

Lmk your thoughts!