"i started this medication a year ago. my dr. started me at 10mg then bumped me up to 20mg about 3 months later. i suffered from depression, lack of motivation for life,  suicidal/death thoughts, anxiety, and angry outbursts that affected my personal and professional life. this medication has greatly improved my life and my relationships. when i first started it there was an adjustment period for about a month but now i feel like i have a positive outlook on life and i can handle everyday stressful situations without wanting to kill everyone. i actually lost weight on this medication because i&#039;m not wanting to binge eat to ease my anxiety and i am more motivated to go to the gym.  lexapro was a life saver for me."