Hi all, would really appreciate some expert advice. I have successfully dealt with depression and anxiety since I was diagnosed at 16 - now 37. Been on and off meds through that time, pretty good at knowing when they are needed and I'm ready to safely move off them. Recently realised I was not coping with the anxiety side and did some research, also realised just how many side effects were affecting me that I had put down to other issues. Went to GP , explained issues, agreed that I needed to stay on meds but move to another one. So, this week has been tough - tapering off quickly, couple of days on nothing, starting new meds. Plenty of side effects happening of course. No sleep, major tremors, dizzy spells and loss of appetite. All short term (knock on wood) but debilitating.
So, finally, the request for advice. I have my 20 year high school reunion tomorrow. No issues staying home from work this week (wonderful understanding workplace) but just don't know what to do about tomorrow. Can get transport there as I obviously can't drive, and I know how to convince myself to leave the house, but as much as I would love to see a number of people there, I am in a terrible state of mind. What do I do?
