"about 1.5 years ago, i had a very serious, nearly fatal skiing accident. the six months following my experience, i found myself petrified to drive, extremely nervous and plagued by nightmares. my anxiety eventually lead to depression - i lost all confidence, became extremely self critical and was highly dissatisfied with my life. exercise and &quot;positive thought&quot; helped, but did not restore me to my previous self. i began taking 5mg of lexapro about 11 months ago; i still get nervous, excited, happy, angry, sad - but now the feelings of sadness and anxiety do not overwhelm me. i feel like myself again!

i have noticed a few side effects - dry mouth, some indigestion, periodic trouble sleeping (1x/month) and some trouble with orgasm.not to bad!"