Hi! Wellbutrin is actually more keyed to weight-loss. It is often one of its side effects, along with diminished appetite. I really liked Wellbutrin until I experienced severe Hyponatremia from it (almost unheard of with Wellbutrin), was subsequently hospitalized, and obviously immediately had to stop taking it. For what its worth, I really felt better on it. Don't take it late in the day--it will keep you up. I highly recommend integrating some behavior activation (a form of cbt or cognitive behavioral therapy) which has been found to be extremely effective in numerous double-blind studies. It pretty much involves getting out and doing something-any activity. This empowers the person, keeps you from being isolated etc. Often times you don't feel like doing anything or feel any joy when you are depressed. They often ask you, "if you weren't depressed, what would you have been doing", or "what activities did you used to enjoy". You then complete them, and rate them. It can be as small as going to a movie, an exercise class, window shopping, going to a book store etc. Just getting out and doing something-- makes you feel like you have some control over your life, and like you accomplished something. Good luck, and I hope you are feeling fantastic again soon!
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