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Anxiety disorder and insomania
I have been prescribed Amitriptyline 25mg by m physician for anxiety issues and insomania . I am apprehensive it will difficult for me to taper off from this medicine. Thus avoiding taking it.
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Kindly connect with psychotherapist
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Consultant your psychologist different types of factor
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Ms. Pooja Gupta
Counselling Psychologist
8 yrs exp
Delhi
Hi,
It's understandable to feel apprehensive about starting a medication like Amitriptyline, especially with concerns about tapering off in the future. While it's true that some individuals may experience challenges when discontinuing certain medications. Additionally, psychotherapy plays a crucial role in this process. Engaging in therapy can provide you with coping strategies and skills to manage anxiety without solely relying on medication. It can also help address the underlying issues contributing to your symptoms, potentially reducing your long-term reliance on antidepressants. Open communication with about your concerns is vital.
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Ms. Hema Sampath
Counselling Psychologist
18 yrs exp
Bangalore
Instead being apprehensive about thr medicine it is better to seek a professional support by consulting a psychological Counselor for a therapy without medicines to overcome your Anxiety..
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For more details and understanding you can reach me.
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Mr. Gunjan Maithil
Psychologist
13 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hi... Please consult a Psychiatrist for Medications. Also, before starting out to take medications you should first start taking therapy for your issues. Only when the symptoms are too severe for therapy to be effective, medications are used as a primary intervention. Remember, the severity and the root cause of your symptoms will define the process of your treatment. If it is caused by psychosocial factors, psychotherapy will play a vital role. If the cause is more biological or genetic, medications will play a vital role. In most cases, a combination of medications and psychotherapy yields good results.
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Consult a Psychologist for Psychotherapy/ Counselling.
CBT along with Lifestyle Guidance and Mental Training is required.
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