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lexapro anxiety

User Profile: gentlekitten1023
gentlekitten1023 July 28th, 2025

hi all.

i recently started lexapro and have been dealing with increased anxiety/depression symptoms , have been having intrusive thoughts and get anxious when i see stuff surrounding death , skeletons or stuff related online. i also dont like being alone and get anxious knowing there might be days i will have to be. is this normal? how do i cope, does anyone have advice.

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User Profile: fossilfellow
fossilfellow July 28th, 2025

@gentlekitten1023 I'm sorry you're feeling this way. Please know that you're not alone in this 🤍 I truly hope you find the support here 🍀 and things start to feel a little lighter 🤍 Sending lots of love your way ❤️❤️

User Profile: carrotgoosoup
carrotgoosoup July 28th, 2025

@gentlekitten1023

Did you just start lexapro and these symptoms started happening? If so, this might be a bad side effect. Regardless, it wouldn't hurt to check in with your doctor/prescriber to see if any adjustment needs to be made, as I'm sure this isn't helping how you feel. Hope you're able to get some relief soon! 💓

User Profile: emeraldangel20
emeraldangel20 July 29th, 2025

I had to stop it because it was making me anxious and gave me a panic attack