Posts by fadedbear92

Kenneth Scott41 said:I’m not entirely sure how many of you here are on antipsychotics, but I happen to be taking General Electric (zyprexa) from Pfizer, and I should mention that I pick them up along with my other prescriptions without having to shell out any extra cash at the pharmacy. My therapy regimen is twice a day, but this particular pill is just so potent that I find it nearly impossible to stay awake once I take it...🙄
I usually take one in the morning because that allows me to get things done during the day—run errands, head out to appointments, and so on—so the drowsiness doesn't hit me quite so hard. But when I take this dose in the evening, my head just drops; I'll be sitting at my computer or somewhere else and I'll simply pass out mid-action.🤣

Does anyone else deal with these kinds of issues?🙄

Vaira is an incredibly potent antipsychotic, so what you're experiencing is actually pretty standard. You should try talking to your doctor about potentially lowering your dosage.

slymaker9 said:After my session with the psychiatrist today, my treatment plan was updated. I’ve been prescribed 150 mg of Wellbutrin XL. Apparently, it is effective for this kind of lethargic, "can't-be-bothered," fatigue-heavy depression, and it should theoretically jumpstart my energy and appetite within about 15 days. Does anyone have experience with it? Out of all the antidepressants I've tried, only Faverin caused me issues and felt terrible; others, like Cipralex or Zoloft, were just mediocre. Right now, I am feeling quite unwell, having lost a significant amount of weight...

For me, Paxil actually worked right away because it has that calming, anti-anxiety effect—and anxiety was always my biggest struggle.
Everyone reacts differently... I'm crossing my fingers that this does the trick for you. Back in the day, Zoloft really pulled me out of a deep depression; I stayed on it for five years.

I found this here

http://www.mental-health-matters.com...article&id=519

"...Pedophiles can be "treated" but never cured—since their sexual preference has always been, and will always be, children. Those urges aren't going anywhere. Because of that, treatment really just focuses on changing, curbing, or redirecting those specific acting-out behaviors."

Kenneth Scott41 said:I was wondering if anyone here has been on any kind of Ad for longer than five years? If there are any of you out there who have, I’m curious how you even manage to sustain that for such a long stretch.

I’ve been on Zoloft at 5 mg, and before that, I was on Prozac at 7 mg—it's been quite a long haul, mostly because my condition just demanded it. Then a much heavier depressive episode hit, so now I'm taking Effexor at about 2-3 mg.

For me, let's just say Effexor didn't really "click"—I couldn't sleep a wink on it, and then I spent about ten days trying to taper off while dealing with some pretty nasty sweating. Everyone reacts differently; that's just how it goes with these kinds of Ad's.

ambermason16 said:Seriously, what is the deal with Tegretol even? I feel like they used to shove it down my throat constantly back when I was in those inpatient rehab centers, but honestly, today I don’t have a clue what its actual purpose is. 🤷

I take it for sleep—usually two pills in the evening—but it also acts as a mood stabilizer; basically, it keeps those depressive episodes from creeping back in, along with everything else Robert Collins2 mentioned.

Douglas Long10 said:Tapering off Paxil, attempt #2. The first time, less than a month ago, I told my psychiatrist about the side effects—dizziness, this incredibly bizarre sensation, hard to even describe, like my brain was stuck in a jar of water—and she just told me to take the full dose again (since I had been tapering by cutting pills in half). When I finally sat down with her, she claimed it might not even be the Paxil, but low blood pressure (which is total bull...). So, I went back to taking half a pill a day, and naturally, I’ve been dealing with these dizzy spells and that "brain in a jar" feeling for a week now. I could probably handle that part, but my mood is a disaster. Today I spent a solid two hours crying; if someone even looks at me wrong, I start sobbing. By the afternoon, I was actually praying for something to hit me and just end it all. Then I felt okay for a bit (after I overdid it on some Lexapro), then an hour later I was bawling again. Now I’m mostly fine. I have an appointment with my psychiatrist next week, but I think I've lost all trust in her. So, my question for those of you who have tapered off Paxil: how long does this terror last? My biggest issue is keeping it together at work. God forbid I fall asleep on the job.

Maybe you aren't quite ready to taper yet—did she even mention that as an option when you talked to her?!😲

Michael Reed45 said:So, private prescriptions are only valid for six months now instead of a full year?

The woman at the pharmacy just told me mine had expired 🙄 and turned me away 🙄

Yeah

Hey,

Quick question—has anyone ever dealt with any spotting or bleeding when they first started on the pill? Just wondering if that’s normal at the beginning. Thanks!🙏

Rebecca Scott3 said:I’m sitting here reading this tonight and I honestly can't wrap my head around the fact that this was actually happening over in Europe...
...is this still a thing, or was it just some weird outlier? If you look closely at the text, it sounds like it's still going on...

http://www.libela.org/libelin-interv...-dana-poslije/

What do you all think about this? Curious to hear everyone's take.

I watched a documentary about Anne earlier and ended up crying like a baby.😢😢😢

Where on earth do you get the idea they aren't getting some kind of payout?🤷

In my view, the real key is ensuring they're actually educated on certain topics—or at least have some firsthand experience to draw from.

jadewalker63 said:I'm with you on this, 👍
Just one little correction—what you’re calling a "massive win" is actually what professionals have defined as the actual GOAL of parenting for ages.

Besides, I've never understood why having three, five, or seventeen kids is somehow more valuable than just having my one.
Since when did quantity become more important than quality?🤷

I remember once, an old lady overheard me saying I was an only child and told me, "Well, one is just none!"🙄

Rebecca Scott3 said:...the most foolproof way to make sure people don't end up dying alone is... just not having kids in the first place.......
...the world is getting way too crowded anyway..... if you really want a companion, why not adopt? There are plenty of young people out there who need a home.....
...if your actual goal is just to have someone reliable by your side when things get tough... honestly, just get a dog.....

...kids aren't born to be your caregivers at the end of your life... or to handle your funeral...

Man, if parents actually thought like that, they’d probably make up maybe 2% of the population.

I remember my dad once losing his cool with my mom—he actually yelled at her, asking why she hadn't just had five kids so there’d be enough hands to help out with the family farm!!! Are we talking about raising decent, hardworking kids here, or just training a bunch of laborers and servants?! Hmm...😕

neonotter20 said:I don't actually struggle with depression myself; it's more about dealing with panic disorder and some secondary phobic behaviors that come along with it.

I just wanted to mention that the antidepressant really helps dial down those intense panic attacks. Anxiolytics are really just meant for short-term relief, though—you should definitely look into starting psychotherapy.

neonotter20 said:So, I’ve been officially diagnosed with panic disorder, which comes with some secondary phobic stuff—basically a mix of agoraphobia and social anxiety. My doctor decided to start me on a combination of Zoloft + Xanax.

The plan for the Zoloft is to start with tiny doses and gradually scale up over about eight months. Meanwhile, I'll be using the Xanax just to bridge the gap until the Zoloft actually kicks in. Now, full disclosure: I’ve used Xanax on a short-term basis before, and honestly, it worked wonders as an anti-anxiety tool.

I haven't actually started the Zoloft yet, so I've been doing a little bit of late-night digging online. Since it’s technically classified as an antidepressant, even though it’s being used here for panic attacks and social phobia, I’m wondering about its actual effectiveness. I have this nagging feeling it won't have that same immediate "calming" effect that Xanax provides. I’d love to hear what you all have experienced. My psychiatrist keeps telling me it's practically foolproof—that it’s safe, has virtually no side effects, and is even used for children. But then I go online and read horror stories from people complaining about side effects or worrying about dependency. It’s a bit confusing, to say the least.

🤷

My experience—I took Zoloft for five years; it cut my symptoms by about 70% and really helped lift my mood.

Laura Murphy3 said:I thought they said authoritative. Authoritarian, huh...

So, my old man is one of those "always right" types—you know the ones—who basically shuts down any real debate. It’s not even that he’s constantly shouting his opinions at everyone just to prove a point, it's more that he just can't wrap his head around anyone else's perspective if it doesn't align with his own. Is that actually what that word means, though?

authoritarian = someone who demands or enforces absolute, unquestioning obedience to authority [an authoritarian personality; authoritarian parenting]

authoritative = having authority/influence based on reputation
2. being highly respected (e.g., stemming from expertise, long-term study, experience, etc.) [an authority in their field]
3. the ability to command others without needing to resort to direct force, arguing, or strict procedures [to hold authority; to command respect; a person of authority]

Quincy: Which parent is it?
Quincy:

Authoritative? — Not really. It’s more like... well, let me think—just a bit too intense for my taste!

It feels a bit authoritarian to me—just a hunch, honestly.

Quincy:

I have to admit—I’ve noticed that his praise, which he definitely picked up from his parents, can sometimes feel a bit understated. That said, I see how much effort he puts into being intentional about it, so I can't say for certain that it's lacking. Quincy: It happens quite often—he’ll just step in and take over certain tasks if he notices I'm not doing them exactly his way. Honestly, there were times when that left me feeling a little... well, incompetent.

It really comes down to a few key factors—the kind of things that either build you up or tear your confidence right back down.

Quincy:

Quincy: I’m honestly not quite sure how to square how I see my own work versus how everyone else perceives it—it's a bit of a disconnect. I tend to get these complaints that I’m rushing through things—leaving projects half-baked, essentially—but I just have my own way of doing things. Quincy: The thing is, I’m constantly juggling way too many things at once—which means my to-do list always looks like a mess of half-finished tasks—but, honestly, I usually manage to get everything wrapped up in the end. I just can't seem to focus on one single thing; I’m always multitasking. Always. 🙂

It looks to me like you feel the need to apologize—you’re carrying this weight because you didn't meet someone else's expectations—and honestly, that's just bad for building up your self-esteem.

Quincy:

I’ve noticed—and I say this quite candidly—that I really can't stand being micromanaged. I much prefer to just put my head down and get things done without someone hovering over my shoulder or constantly offering unsolicited advice. It honestly just adds unnecessary pressure, and frankly, it makes me pretty anxious.

Of course—you want to feel like you can actually pull things off on your own. To me, constant supervision just feels like someone doesn't trust your abilities.

Laura Murphy3...that's quite an intense nickname you've got there—anyway, you still haven't actually answered my question regarding your parents.🤷

Laura Murphy3 said:Ugh, my bad. I totally blanked there. I don't actually have issues with anorexia—I thought I typed anxiety. How I managed to type "anorexia" again, honestly? Don't even ask me. 🙂

Anyway, back to the point: no eating disorder here. And school wasn't exactly a pressure cooker for me either. From elementary through high school, and now being at college, I’ve always just been a solid B student—pretty much middle of the pack. Though, if we're being real, I'm sliding slightly below average at university now, but whatever, I'll graduate eventually.

I guess I do remember getting picked on quite a bit back in middle school and high school.

Also, my self-esteem is basically non-existent. For example, I never really know what people actually think of me—I just instinctively assume they're thinking the absolute worst possible things about me in any given moment. 🙂

There was also this phase where the number of my exes' past partners used to drive me absolutely insane. It was totally irrational, but it hit me out of nowhere and I'd just spiral over it. I'd never dealt with that kind of thing before.

Public speaking is a struggle too. Even when it's just small groups of strangers or giving a presentation I've actually prepared for, I still trip up.

I don't play any instruments.

Blah blah blah...

So, yeah, nothing profound there—low self-esteem is a real pain, and it just bleeds into every single part of life.
Which of your parents is the authoritarian one?