"this medication has changed my life. i also take effexor. diagnosed with bipolar.  i feel calm, capable, confident, energetic, stable &amp; happy.  i was in a terrible state before i started it, severely depressed, anxiety, anger and i was even hospitalized for my behavior and suicidal thoughts.  my only concern is what i&#039;ve read about withdrawals but it is worth to me to have my life back."