Hi everyone.

I have always had issues with anxiety and what I have always called "feeling down". Lately (in the past year) my anxiety issues had been getting worse and worse, with daily panic attacks. I gave in and went and talked to a doctor, who diagnosed me with GAD and depression. He has put me on Pristiq and set me up with Psychologist visits.

So far I am not doing well, the Pristiq has increased my issues dramatically, but I have been told to just get through it for 4-6 weeks and things should get better.

Pristiq diary:
Day 1 - Extreme fatigue
Day 2 - Extra energy
Day 3 - Bad panic attack (worse than normal)
Day 4 - Massive panic attack, lasted from 4AM to 6PM (even after having valium) even had agoraphobia, worst day of my life.
Days 5-7 - Much higher anxiety/panic/depression feelings than normal, felt like I will never feel better
Days 8-13 - Increased anxiety/depression levels, but back at work, I am getting through the days, but would not say I am "coping". I have Valium to take as required, but its effects are limited.

I am scared that the anxiety is not going to get any better, I am struggling every day, I feel down, grumpy, angry, sad, anxious and constantly on the verge of a panic attack. I want to run and hide and I don't know how much more I can take. I want off these tablets but I know I should try and last it out to see if they help me.

M,30,Married with a 19mo son who is awesome except he is not a great sleeper (takes about 2 hrs every night to get him off to sleep). I have a supportive extended family, and friends. My workplace is a really bad place to be if you have anxiety issues, but I have been open about my depression and with that they are supportive.

Feeling like I wont get through the day today.

Scott