No more anxiety, no more interests
 

I had an issue with this a month or two ago, but it's becoming more frustrating for me. With my new job at college, I have a heightened self esteem, I'm eating well, and I'm no longer nervous in class. I get a little anxious, but it's no longer an issue. I no longer worry about much, so life is ok.

Except, almost all my interests are faded. I'm simply can't get excited for much of anything, and this includes sex. I used to masturbate 1-2 times a day, and all of a sudden I had no desire. I haven't done it in 3 weeks, and I don't have a reason to start again. If I were to look at porn, I could get off, but it takes a lot of work. I'm simply not capable of getting that high level of interest out of it. The same can be said for everything, and I don't know why.

Why would my interest in life and my libido fade away as I suddenly drop the anxiety and low self esteem that plagued me for years? This inability to enjoy much is really starting to bother me. Does anyone have any advice?

This happens to some people when they are on meds for depression or anxiety. Are you or have you been taking those?

If not, maybe it's just a phase that will pass. Or your muse and sexual desire could be on vacation. Either way i hope they return fast because that is a not a good place to be in.

I don't know how you could get those back. I could suggest just relaxing as stressing over them could contribute to the problem.

I've never taken meds. A lot of it could be due to stress, so I'm hoping my more relaxed state lately will bring about better times. It just sucks to not enjoy doing what you like.

It sounds like you're getting used to the stress, but you haven't physiologically caught up with your mental state yet. It doesn't sound like anything's gravely wrong with you--give it some time and see if you level out.

I'll see how it goes, thanks.

I took Zoloft for panic attacks and general anxiety. I experienced exactly what you're describing. No more panic attacks or anxiety, but no more interest in anything, either. I was an emotional zombie the entire time.

The only thing I can say is that you have to decide what matters most to you. If being free of panic attacks and anxiety are most important, then maybe you could see a therapist who might be able to help you cope with the disinterest, though I tend to believe that it's chemically created.

If you hate the disinterest, then you might consider talking to your doctor about weaning off the medication. It's going to be tough as hell. You're going to experience withdrawal and it's going to suck, but you'll get past it. Good luck with this.