Heya pink veil,
Glad you're here, you've got support all around you now. It can be as scary as hell just having either depression or anxiety but both is a lot to manage - so it's awesome you've got some support. We're here to help as well.
I'm sure your Dr and Pharmacist explained the medication to you and what to expect. If not, give either of them a call and they will help. Ph number of the pharmacy MUST (by law) be on the medication packaging itself.
If things get crazy there's always the Beyond Blue help line (numbers at top and bottom of the page) give them a call at any time. They are trained to help.
How do you feel about your Mum knowing and heading to the Doc and now Medication?
Oh also on the site there is information for people who we love that helps them understand anxiety and depression from our perspective and how to care for us. You can order printed versions of the info too. The info is at the bottom of the page "For me", "Friends and family"
There's some younger people who make a point of welcoming other younger people because they understand and have experienced this crap as well.
Stay in touch pink veil,
Paul
