Hi there,
Has anyone had any luck with meds for obsessive thoughts? I've only tried Xanax, as a past experience with Paxil was unsuccessful. Currently pregnant, so I do have limitations, but looking for suggestions since the program doesn't seem to be helping me much with these.
Lucie

Lucie,

Sorry you're dealing with this- especially during pregnancy. My doctor said zoloft is safer during pregnancy for OCD as more long-term studies have been done. Of course, they'll say there's always a risk because they have to- so don't read into it. (just shutting up your OCD before it starts lol)

Anyway, that's what I know. Good luck and congrats on your pregnancy.

Hey Lucie,

I am new to the program, so I am hoping to get and give support. I have experienced depression, anxiety & ocd related problems for about 6 years now. I have seen several therapists which initially got me from thinking suicidal, and have been on meds and am currently while working through my issues with my regular Pysch. Dr.

I am not sure what your particular problem is, but I had to try several different med's before finding one that worked best for me, which is Fluvoxamine. It targets ocd related issues and doesn't leave you with still feeling depressed. I have discussed with my Dr. pregnancy related situation-at the time my husband and I were trying, and there was no documentation stating that it was a harmful drug during pregnancy until late in the third tri. My Dr. said it was better to stay on it than not for my well being if I did get pregnant. Not sure where you are due date-wise in relation to your posting?

I hope you stick with the program to try to help yourself as I am. I am not a patient person so I have to try not to expect instant results without giving it a chance, as I cannot continue living with my ocd/bdd condition-I hate it!

Chat in the future if you'd like.
Best Wishes!