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If I were to draw an analogy, it would be like telling someone with chronic pain to simply "manage it better" without understanding their full situation. These suggestions rarely consider the individual’s reality.
Reflections on Usage
Though within the traditional guidelines, I was supposed to escalate my dosage, my approach was different. I maintained a lower dosage, leading to a tapering effect that I navigated while also embracing healthier eating habits. This period was tumultuous, laden with the stressors of moving houses, but I found clarity in managing my relationship with food.
As I reflect on this journey, I can say with confidence that coming off the medication was smoother than expected. The fears of backsliding into old eating habits did not take shape in my experience.