Posted by KimberlyDi on November 24, 2003, at 17:12:03
In reply to effexor for social anxiety disorder?, posted by jayt243 on November 24, 2003, at 16:26:35
Jayt:
I've been shy my entire lifetime. Perhaps an undiagnosed social phobic. I did notice that (while on Effexor) I smiled more at strangers and took an interest in the people around me. I started conversations while waiting in line at stores (unheard of previously) and enjoyed it. I didn't feel isolated in crowds. I actually felt like I belonged to the same species.It was a wonder-drug for me except that it raised my blood pressure. I would still be on it today, if it weren't for that fact.
I would try Paxil or Lexapro before Effexor though. Effexor withdrawal can take some serious planning to keep your work and home-life responsibilities fulfilled.
Good Luck!
KDi in TX> Has anyone here had success taking effexor for social anxiety disorder? I have had social phobia my whole life, but it got alot worse the past 2 years. this has also caused some depression which is getting worse the past few weeks. i just got a perscription for effexor, but after reading alot of the experiences here i'm a little afraid to take it, especially with the withdrawal symptoms... i don't want to be on this drug forever. i'm really not into taking drugs to fix my problems... i was on wellbutrin 2 times in 1999 and 2001 and it worked the first time but i hated it the 2nd time. i guess i'm just a little wary about trying another drug.
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