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Debkitsz
03-08-2014, 04:32 PM
Hi! Long-time reader, first time poster here... I've tried almost all SSRIs except for Prozac. I have anxiety and depression. I really like Zoloft... A lot... But the biggest downside is it's causes memory-loss....inability to concentrate... And actually increases performance anxiety. The upside is I am more calm and social. Now, I know the deal with most SSRIs is there is always a side effect of fatigue / memory loss, but has anybody found something that actually helps with depression / anxiety + memory loss OR have less memory loss, etc as a side effect?!!? (Please don't write back telling me that most anxiety meds will have this as a side effect.... I already know this... I also know that different meds treat people differently... Also please don't tell me to talk to my doctor... I already am / have and we keep trying.... I'm simply asking what has worked for you or somebody you know)... Thank you. :)

acetone
03-09-2014, 04:15 AM
I have not noticed memory loss or inability to concentrate with zoloft. I take 100 mgs.

Dahila
03-09-2014, 09:06 AM
I had it when I was using ativan aka Lorazepam regularly for years actually. Some parts of my life are not existing. Xanax and Ativan are both causing short memory loss,...I do not know about SRRi drugs..