"i had been hesitant about taking an ssri but my anxiety &amp; depression had begun to take over my life. i realized that i needed to take control of my emotions in order to improve my life and therapy alone was not cutting it. the first 2 weeks were tough. i was yawning constantly and just plain exhausted. now, 1 month later at 20mg i feel amazing. a weight has been lifted off of my shoulders &amp; i am happy. i don&#039;t get stressed &amp; my anxiety is gone. the only negative is that i have gained 5lbs. i definitely recommend citalopram to anyone who struggles with generalized anxiety disorder and depression."