For some people emotions won't set them back, but for me I believe the answer would be yes. I am on Paxil for an anxiety disorder. Before I started getting treated I felt like I had to be in control of everything or I was going to bust. I would eaisly get frustrated and irritated. I wasn't happy with that life. I spoke to my doctor about it and he suggested Paxil. I wasn't thrilled with taking meds, but I tried it because I was sick of living like that. My life has gotten so much better, I am happy and can let things roll off my back and I don't get so worked up over things.

While yes, SSRI's can cause you to gain weight the reason is mostly because it increases your hunger. I haven't had much trouble with it, I have lost 50 lbs in 7 months. (starting at 244).

Thank you that helps alot...I am gonna check into that...cause I do feel that I have to have control of everything and I just can't take it! lol I need to sit back and let things just roll.

I go almost to every support group at the hospital. They are the same day every month and they are great. I have them in my calendar book for the year and work around them. Most months my husband joins me and he has learned a lot, too. They are extremely helpful and no one judges you, they help a real lot.