Expert: Peregrin Walker - 8/28/2009

Question
So I recently have been put on anti-depressants and anxiety meds and there is the chance that it could increase your thoughts about suicide. I haven't really had it increase too much, but my dreams sure have. One dream in particular was last night. It was sort of like a final destination situation but then it changed into me setting myself of fire. everything burned but my skin, it only puffed up like a marshmallow it wasn't like giant flames it was like when you burn paper at first. but anyways then i went under a playground set and there was a rope there already for me to hang myself, but i couldn't because i broke down and cried, yet i was still burning myself and was putting toothpaste and something else that i cant remember on myself like lighter fuel.

Answer
Good morning, Laura.

You should be discussing this with your doctor.  The symbols in your dreams reflect what's on your mind, and it sounds as if you feel as if you are in pain, at least on a subconscious level.  Your doctor may not adjust your meds just yet, but she should know about any possible effects that they have on you.

Pleasant dreams,

Peregrin