First of all, let me say I understand medication is extremely dependent on individual biochemistry, life circumstances, and more. But I'm just curious if anyone has had really positive experiences with particular medications, and if they have, what symptoms the medication was so good for. I've tried a bunch of medications over the years, and most of them never really felt like they were helping. I liked SSRIs because they improved my sexual performance but they didn't feel like they reduced depression or anxiety. Abilify I think was at least a little helpful, the weight gain was annoying but people around me said it helped my mood. Benzos are fabulous for reducing anxiety but I'm unwilling to take them regularly or long term.

Recently I've tried two new drugs. Depakote IR stabilized my mood and I think it made me more cheerful, but it was hell on my stomach and also caused some weight gain I didnt like. I'm trying Lamictal now. It's helping with mood stabilization but seems like it has a negligible impact on mood, anxiety, and negativity compared to the depakote. Not sure what i'll try next if I go for another shift. 

Anyways, just curious about others experiences.