[mandiedandie]

I just wanted to chime in and let you know that you are not alone at all. I am actually battling depression and anxiety right now. I have never hit a low this low before, but I have also never had so many stressful things going on in my life. We are still waiting to adopt, so I do not have PAD, but I just wanted you to know that I did try the anti-anxiety/anti-depressant Lexapro which my doctor said would have no side effects, works perfectly, etc...just to end up crazier than I was feeling before, it was so weird. I just don't react well to the meds. So, I was given Valium, and when I can't sleep, I take it, but I am not restful. So, I quit my job yesterday and today has been a much better day...and I am hoping that it will continue to look up from here. So, you are not alone...and I have tried the meds too...good luck.