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[|Human|] Hi Dr. Grief, I m Kevin a 23 year old male that was diagnosed with ADHD 6 years ago and have/continue to have success with 20 mg adderal IR 2 times a day. I ve had depression for as long as I can remember and have been treated with practically all SSRI/SNRI medications. I recently fell into the worse depression and anxiety of my life a few months ago. Voluntarily entered a crisis stabilization center for 30 days. While there, I was diagnosed with GAD, SAD, Major Depressive Disordder, and PTSD. Upon diagnosis I was prescribed Zoloft 75 mg, Trazodone 50 mg, and vistiral 25 mg PRN. I started these 3 new medications June 2nd and go for my first follow up appointment since leaving the treatment center on Monday. The vistiral is doing absolutely nothing for my anxiety, I ve been prescribed Klonopin in the past from my GP and would like to go back on that, but don t want to seem like Drug Seeker . Is there a way I should go about asking for it? I ve never had any abuse with medications in the past, but sadly there is a stigma out there for Benzos. My symptoms are by far worse then when I started these 3 new medications. I am lethargic, extremely anxious to the point that I can barely leave my house or go to job interviews, extremely tired, and overall have NO motivation. I have always been a very driven person so this is very alarming to me. Any advice for how I should handle the appointment? My anxiety/depression, fatigue, and lack of motivation are hindering my ability to complete even the simplest of tasks. Thanks in advance for any advice you can give!
[|AI|]  Degree understand your concerns went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. ADD and Depression are common mental disorders. You are undergoing psychiatric treatment and are doing well. Work with your psychiatrist for better cure. I should suggest you, You should know that these problems are not mental diseases, but are mental disorders. Many researches and researchers confirm that medicines alone cannot cure mental disorders. Lifestyle changes, change in thinking pattern, relaxation etc. are as essential as medicines. Psychotherapy can help you to change your lifestyle and thinking patterns. Yoga and meditation help you to streamline your metabolism and neurological balance. Please consult a psychologist for further information. Psychotherapy techniques should suit your requirement. If you require more of my help in this aspect, Please post a direct question to me in this URL. http://goo.gl/aYW2pR. Make sure that you include every minute details possible. I shall prescribe the needed psychotherapy techniques. Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications. Good luck.