"i have struggled with bouts of depression my whole adult life. now that i have 3 children, i realized how my depression spats could and was affecting them. short fuse, drinking too much in the evenings, inconsistent parenting responses. i am also high strung and type-a, and have a dormant eating disorder. gave citalopram 20 a try and for 2 weeks, i felt like everything was worse...i was nauseous, extra tired all day (even though i took it at night), crying jags and lack of stamina or enthusiasm. then, everything changed! life is good, chaotic and full. i am my best me. and i love sex! there is peace now in my head, which makes me more productive, less self-deprecating, and much more patient."