PSSD sufferer | I regret taking antidepressants

I took SSRI antidepressants escitalopram and sertraline without being properly informed about the risks. I wish I had made a different choice. I got severe side effects and even after stopping the antidepressants I still feel altered and not like myself. I ended up with #PSSD.

I really wish that myself and 3-4 other victims of PFS/PSSD could speak on a podcast with a far reaching audience and properly explain the nuanced severity of this condition. Any ideas on who would be willing to have us?

@PSSD_Info @dsowens17 It’s not paywalled for me, but it seems to depend on where you live. You can try this other link, as the article is also on another website: aol.com/articles/cant-…

@dsowens17 Can you actually read it? It's paywalled for me.

Excellent new long form article detailing the devastating impact of Post-SSRI Sexual Dysfunction from SSRIs:

“Sean says his doctor laughed in his face when he told him about it; other PSSD [post-SSRI sexual dysfunction] sufferers share stories of being dismissed or humiliated by their GPs.” aol.com/articles/cant-…

It’s 2026, why are we still having to convince people that antidepressants can potentially cause severe, long lasting neurological issues?

Absolutely nobody understands what we’re going through except us. I try and try to explain it to my family and friends, but there’s no empathy. They just tell me to be more positive and stop thinking about it #PSSD #anhedonia #severecognitiveproblems

I did a Masters degree one year into taking #SSRIs. What I remember most was being confused about why I felt so different from my peers and wasn't developing any crushes. I didn't realise it at the time, but something important had already changed.

@KatieRColl You're not alone Katie. I'm also sitting in my childhood bedroom at 38. I've had damage from an SSRI for almost 15 years now and I only took it for a few months when I was 23. That was enough to completely destroy my life and permanently erase aspects of my personality.

@esquire For me, this "side effect" has persisted for 7 years off the medication. It's ruined my life. Many more stories like mine: pssdnetwork.org

My life ended in 2012. That's what I always thought, but I didn't know why. After 13 years of searching for answers, I eventually allowed myself to see the true picture: that #SSRIs took the joy away from my life. Everything changed forever that year. Here's what happened 👇🏻

While on SSRIs, my husband became obese, developed gut issues, lost interest in sex, stopped his hobbies. He wasn’t concerned about any of this because he just didn’t care. And because he didn’t care, he carried on with repeat prescriptions for a decade.

First realising you have #PSSD can be really tough. Due to limited recognition, many are left to navigate their symptoms in isolation. People with PSSD often learn about their symptoms online, eventually finding support through virtual communities. If you could give one piece of advice to someone discovering PSSD for the first time, what would it be? What do you wish you had been told when you first discovered it? Share your thoughts ⬇️

“Emotional upset about difficult life experiences is being human, not mental illness.” Then why do so many people who present to primary care with distress after difficult life events end up being prescribed antidepressants?

Acquired Multiple Acyl-Coenzyme A Dehydrogenase Deficiency Associated With Sertraline in Sweden—A Nationwide Population-Based Study #neuropath onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/en…

Doctors promise it’s a rare side effect, but it still happened to me. I’m certain I’m not alone. esquire.com/lifestyle/heal…

An article by Kyle MacNeill was recently published in @esquire. In addition to the author’s own experience with temporary sexual dysfunction from antidepressants, he includes accounts from two PSSD sufferers, as well as quotes from @DrDavidHealy. esquire.com/lifestyle/heal…

Imagine this: you're in the prime age of your life, a young person who barely knows how the world works. Then you're given a pill that takes away your ability to have or enjoy sex, your core baseline of pleasure in life, and your ability to fully experience emotions, inspiration, or creativity - indefinitely, even years after stopping the pills. When you reach out for help, you get told you're wrong, or you're ignored, or you're met with consistent passive aggressive comments. This is what it's like to have #PSSD from #SSRIs. How would you feel in this position?

ACE is launching a media campaign to raise awareness about the risks of antidepressant withdrawal and the need for safe, evidence-based tapering guidance. We’re looking for individuals who have experienced antidepressant withdrawal and may be willing to share their story as part of this project. Participation can take many forms and there’s no pressure. Any level of involvement is appreciated. If you’re interested, please take our short survey to learn more about how you might participate. Survey link in comments

youtu.be/87WoJvH8gzI?si… "I Took Finasteride for 3 Days. It Changed My Life for 5 Years." Another warriror has stepped up to speak out about their experience with Post-Finasteride Syndrome (PFS). Thank you for you courage and being apart of the fight, Marko. Subscribe, comment, and share to break the silence. 📩 Share your story: moralmedicine2023@gmail.com

Introducing Mark's story... Mark died on February 21, 2015, in Wynyard, Saskatchewan, Canada, at the age of 43, shortly after being prescribed Abilify while seeking help for grief following the sudden death of his wife, Cindy. After his death, documents were found showing he had been preparing to join a class action lawsuit alleging that the drug’s manufacturers failed to properly warn about serious risks such as compulsive behaviors. Before his wife’s death, Mark had been committed to sobriety for many years, regularly attending AA and working hard to maintain a stable life. He died from fentanyl poisoning, and his family believes the medication prescribed during his grief contributed to a relapse into addiction. Remembered as a kind and loving brother, Mark was also a talented athlete who excelled in track and baseball. Thanks to Mark's sister Louise for sharing his story on our Stolen Lives page: antidepressantrisks.org/stolen-lives/m…

@VacSafety PSSD has destroyed my life. Biggest regret of my life was trying SSRI/SNRI antidepressants