Dr. Michaels sits across from me in his office, the soft hum of the air conditioner providing a background to our conversation. He places a small bottle of pills on the table, a label reading ‘Duloxetine’ affixed to it.
"Rebecca, I want you to try this medication," Dr. Michaels says gently, his voice carrying a note of concern. "It should help alleviate some of your anxiety symptoms. Take it regularly as prescribed, and let me know if you experience any side effects."
I nod silently, my gaze fixed on the bottle as if it holds the answers to all my troubles. A sense of resignation rushes through me, another addition to the ever-growing list of medications I’ve tried over the years.
"And I must stress the importance of rest," Dr. Michaels continues. "Your body needs time to recuperate, es
