I took myself off my SSRI's about a decade ago, and I experienced the brain/hands/feet zaps, but none of the other symptoms. I'd been on the medication for about 4 years at that time.

I guess genetics are at play. For example, I have a genetic mutation that means I metabolise tricyclics much faster (and tricyclics block the reabsorption of serotonin and norepinephrine, much like SNRIs). Rate of metabolism would affect peak plasma concentrations and half life.

It's quite possible that similar mutations exist that affect SSRI metabolism.

I believe the reason for the variation in discontinuation symptoms between different SSRIs is that half-life of Paxil (paroxetine) is shorter (24h) than that of some of the other drugs in the group such as Prozac (fluoxetine) (2-4 days, and a metabolite is 1-2 weeks.

Dose dependent maybe? Length of time on the antidepressant?

What dose for cbd? Does it get expensive?

It is expensive. Usually 45-60 dollars for a months supply.

I’ve used the American Shaman water soluble full-spectrum and Medterra isolate CBD oil. Both were effective for me with a slight preference towards the Medterra isolate.

It’s about the most “normal” feeling I’ve ever had. Definitely by far the most effective treatment I’ve had for anxiety, and that’s including the SSRI’s. Probably beats Lexapro because of the near non-existent side effects for me. But again, sample size 1.

The /r/cbd group is a good starting place.

CBD isolate by itself can be a lot cheaper. The cheapest I've found is online from Fully Activated, around $20/g. You should be able to mix your own tinctures with liquid coconut oil, and optionally sunflower lecithin.

Try an SNRI. They have more of the "zap" effects when DC'd.

This is my experience too. I think some of this also comes with movement tracking. More of a dopamine/neuropinephrine signaling axis.