My First Week on Antidepressants

Resources:
988 Mental Health Emergency Hotline
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) HelpLine: 1-800-950-NAMI, or text “HELPLINE” to 62640
National Domestic Violence Hotline: [phone]
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Crisis Text Line: Text REASON to 741741
National Council on Alcoholism & Drug Dependency: 1-800-622-2255
SAMHSA’s National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)

You are seen and you are heard. You are not alone. This first week was a rollercoaster of emotions, I wanted to capture it all. I also used it as a personal mood diary, seeing my changes day by day. I am grateful to be here, thank you to everyone who has loved me unconditionally along the way. People need people, and I truly needed people this week. Check in on those you love, it goes a long way, I promise. Thank you for listening to apart of my journey,

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trust the process.
listen to your gut.
hear your heart.

-Vanessa Nagoya

[loginwithnoa]

i love how honest and transparent you are with this kind of stuff that people tend to avoid talking about <3

[dreahope_]

i appreciate how honest you are with your struggles, it really helps me feel a little less alone to remember how common mental health issues are and that everyone needs support. we are gonna make it through <3

[saalllmmmmaaaa]

This is the type of mental health awareness we need. Not some bs about curing depression with journaling

[rayray]

This helped a lot. You reminded me that I can be a human again. I love you so much Vanessa ❣️

[Freetobeme]

I’m on day 5 and having an almost identical experience, thanks for the transparency!!! We need more of that. I hope you feel much better these days. ❤

[jessicaguillermo]

You are not alone! I've been on an antidepressants since february, it's very hard at first bcuz your body is adjusting on the medication but eventually you feel better, just take it the same time in the morning, never give up! I have been there just keep yourself busy, active or go for a walk when you feel anxious and agitated.

[rosetab]

hi vanessa! i am a silent follower but wanted to say that i was on zoloft, but switched to a new one which worked much better! side effects are so difficult sometimes so i know how you were feeling. things work differently on everyone, so don't feel bad if the first one doesn't work the way you want it to. sometimes it takes time or change, don't be afraid of it :) i love supporting you, and this is a huge first step to take for your mental health. i hope this will get better for you <3

[wilmad]

Wow this was amazing to see I’ve been struggling with panic attacks & anxiety & seeing you starting to enjoy life was a good thing to see cause I’m scared to start anti depressants ❤️

[ananya]

Fr crying sobbing while watching this but I'm so incredibly proud of u <3333 you are truly appreciated and i love your existence and i am so honoured to hear your heart nessa. Nothing but love for u.

[katekim]

so happy and proud of you for taking that first step!!! keep us updated🫶🏻❤

[Angel-jnfs]

thank you for the video cuz i thought i was insane for feeling like that after taking em. i hope you're good and safe now.

[slothofsaturn]

thank you for making this, I have been debating on whether I should get a diagnosis or not, especially since my family does not believe in mental health so its been rough, so truly thank you for being transparent

[life_of_an_ambivert]

I love how videos like these can lessen the stigma around mental health and has me know that I'm not alone. Earlier this week I got diagnosed with depression and social anxiety and I'm starting anti depressants next week. Videos like these lets me know that I'm also not alone and neither are you 🫶

[peyton._.]

i love you nessa, and i’m so proud of you for getting through this!! you’re so strong! 🫶🫶

[Chamucokiddo]

Holy crap i really needed this video, I just started citalopram and I thought i just broke my brain beyond fixing, this helped me feel grounded sooo much

[faridaaboubacar]

Hey I just wanted to say that I've watched your channel probably since the start and you literally kept me so entertained!! I love seeing how far you've grown and how I have alongside you i love you!!

[lee_ashh]

You are so Amazing! Thank you for this. I am grateful that I've found your channel and this vlog helps me to know that I'm not alone. Ty for being honest. Ly! ❤

[sweetlilolme]

aww ♡ saw this and wanted to hug u and also cry! i have depression and anxiety with a few others but thank u for posting this. i normally hard on myself for having mental health sm, so seeing this made me feel less alone. thank u and it gets better! take care love.♡

[mackenziegrose]

We love you Vanessa. Know that you are strong AND loved. Here for you always ❤️

[loladior]

This is my first full week on Lexapro and I indeed feel human again. I'm a single mom to toddlers. I felt like I was drowning. Me going on meds was not technically self imposed (grippy sock vacay) but I decided to stay the course after I got out. I highly recommend talking to a professional if you feel like you're on the edge. You matter and your existence is important.