hi i had bad time for every couple months, and the problem is i i am worry to much and have aniexy for a long time, that makes my life out of control. i cant control my life, as my feelings are not stable. Last month i just start crying for no reason, and couldnt stop for hours, its happens often. one day I started crie before one hour to my work, i understand i cant go to work, i dont know what will happens next, i call to work and say i am not feeling well. Next day had an apointment with doctor, took 2 weeks off sick, i thought a little time off will helps me calm down,but less activity not good for me either, i still was crying, worrying for simple things, didnt wanted go out, prefer to stay in home, get quickly upsed. on my second an apointment i decide to speak with doctor about my self more, after all our conversation, she wrote me another sick note - depresion and stress, and give prescription 20mg citalopram. i was always negative about all depresion tablets, but this time give chance to try myself. So now i drink second week , and you know what I stop crying, after 3th day!!!!! i feel side efects, like first 4 days i just been in bed, watched movies, didnt feel motivated to do anything, i felt dont have energy and my apetite was not very well.i though maybe its because i quit smoking in same time From yesterday i started to do my house work , i feel a lot beter from first week, my feelings changing, maybe because i never used any medicaments for depresion, and its a bit strong amount i started from 20 mg. At the moment i feel more calm and neutral, and i do things a little bit slover then before my last night was first time then i woke up at night, and didnt feel aniexy like before .
Hi,
this sounds quite normal to me. Citalopram will normally take 3 to 5 weeks to fully work - but I think you also get a little lift from knowing you are on something which will help. When you first fall ill like this it's important to get some treatment like you have. But I think that over the longer term you will also need to address some of the things in your life which trigger or increase your symptoms of depression. I encourage you to look into CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy) as a start. Sharing like you have done is also good for you as there are so many other people who have been through, and are going through what you are going through. As time passes, you will learn more about yourself and how to take good care of yourself.
Helo zoopanzee 
thanks for your reply and advice to look in CBT, i will have it in my mind. I am happy to join in this group and share my thoughts with people who has similar problems, and can share their advices too. we all have diffrent expierences, and sometimes we are not enaught knowing our selfies, as i can say my best friend help me to understand my issues which i never notice.
Hi Buterfly
sorry to hear that you have had some tough times. Give yourself praise for recognising your issue & talking to your doctor. It is great to hear that you are now on your journey to recovery. Over the coming weeks, you will start feeling in control again & your mood will be brighter.
try to be positive and hopeful - I know it's hard when we are having a tough day - but just try your best.
try and find ways to relax every day - it is important to be kind to yourself. Use positive self-talk 'I can do this' 'I will complete this task' 'I've tried my best & I will do the same tomorrow'.
i agree with zoopanzee's suggestion of CBT. It is a great starting point and will help you understand how your emotions feed your physical response which in turn affects your behaviour. CBT coaches are great people and would be a great support to you.
I wish you you well with everything. Come back to the forum & let me know how things are working out for you.
sleepy crow x
Hi zoopanzee
great advice to buterfly. Thanks for taking the time to respond. A lot of folks really value the input of the forum members. Lots of helpful information to be shared with those new to anxiety. Really great to know that members can reach out for support to folks that understand how difficult anxiety can be.
wishing you a good week ahead
sleepy crow
Thank you. It helps me when I help other people so I try my best. I remember struggling for help too at my worst, so want to try and offer what I can - especially to those whose world has literally just been turned upside down with panic attacks, anxiety and depression. Mine didn't kick in fully until my 40th birthday, couple of years ago. Best wishes
hi i am now 7 weeks on citalopram. i did feel changes, and now i dont feel side efects, apart hearing the noise of my stomac, as sometimes makes me uncomfortable, but its not a big problem. two weeks ago i come back to work, and my dreams changed again. From last week i have again nightmares, and wake up at night most 3-4 am, when later going to sleep again.this makes me worry, and i dont wana come back to same stage when i was before using citolopram. and another thing then i am nervous my hands start shaking alot.i am now on citalopram 20mg, may i should increase, or just speak with doctor and ask some tablets for sleep, as nightmares makes me feel tired and worried...