"i started emsam when hospitalized.  my doctor noticed the positive effects before i did.  she noticed i was thinking more clearly and more active.  after 2 weeks i began to notice my mental clarity.  after 1 month i cleaned my house in 1 day and began to shower, dress, apply make up and do my hair every day.  i did not have to think about what need to be done i just did it.  this was the first time in my life i can ever remember just being me.  after 6 months i became allergic to the adhesive, i can no longer use emsam.  what i wouldn&#039;t give to once again know who i am.  but i am lost in depression and pain.  i would gladly live with the restriction of emsam because i would be living."