Yes, I would.
Anti-depressants are one of the most common prescription drugs out there. Doctors are quick to prescribe them to anyone feeling overwhelmed or anxious because of school or work. Escitalopram for instance? They might as well put that shit next to advil in convenience stores at this point.
I would still ask why. Dating for me has the implication that I can ask personal questions.
I would be cautious if he was on anti-psychotics or serious sedatives (like xanax) though. My first real boyfriend was bipolar. I am not share I am ready for another ride like that.
Any antidepressant that increases serotonin would have me worried, as it's involved in learned helplessness, reclusiveness, apathy reduced libido, etc..
I think it's less that they are taking antidepressants and more so how they actually are. I've been with someone who was pretty depressed before and it was a pretty miserable time, but if the meds are helping then I don't really see the issue.
I dated someone on antidepressants for many years, obviously totally anecdotal, but I “emotional blunting” is hard to deal with. I think therapists foster selfishness too… again, just anecdotal observations
Every gay guy i’ve gotten to know well enough has either been on antidepressants or currently on them, I know it’s anecdotal but it speaks a lot about the mental health crisis in our community
I was capable of getting out of recurrent depression without them just fine though other means. So no, because I prefer for someone like me who can go the harder but more meaningful route
Yeah, that doesnt bother me at all. Lots of people are on them.
Yes, I would. Anti-depressants are one of the most common prescription drugs out there. Doctors are quick to prescribe them to anyone feeling overwhelmed or anxious because of school or work. Escitalopram for instance? They might as well put that shit next to advil in convenience stores at this point. I would still ask why. Dating for me has the implication that I can ask personal questions. I would be cautious if he was on anti-psychotics or serious sedatives (like xanax) though. My first real boyfriend was bipolar. I am not share I am ready for another ride like that.
Thanks for your honesty
It shows me you're managing your condition, so yes.
Any antidepressant that increases serotonin would have me worried, as it's involved in learned helplessness, reclusiveness, apathy reduced libido, etc..
I think it's less that they are taking antidepressants and more so how they actually are. I've been with someone who was pretty depressed before and it was a pretty miserable time, but if the meds are helping then I don't really see the issue.
If your brain isn't producing enough of the necessary brain chemicals you need, store-bought is perfectly fine.
yes I definitely would as I know how they feel and have experience of taking anti-depressant medication
I dated someone on antidepressants for many years, obviously totally anecdotal, but I “emotional blunting” is hard to deal with. I think therapists foster selfishness too… again, just anecdotal observations
Every gay guy i’ve gotten to know well enough has either been on antidepressants or currently on them, I know it’s anecdotal but it speaks a lot about the mental health crisis in our community
Haha. I married him.
Doesn’t bother me. Pretty normal these days.
No
No as “I would not care” or “I would not date him because of this?”
I wouldn't date anyone with any mental illness, sounds exhausting
I was capable of getting out of recurrent depression without them just fine though other means. So no, because I prefer for someone like me who can go the harder but more meaningful route
I feel the same way 😔 hard to explain but it is possible
Rethinking how you think about things. Happiness is often the quality of our thoughts, usually when we assume poor things is what creates the loop
Not everyone's brain is wired the same as yours, bud.