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Psychotropic medication discussion thread in Psychology & Therapy · Mar 6, 2012

Roger Bennett62 said:Man, I feel like I always need something to take the edge off... you ever wonder if those meds actually fill those little gaps left behind by old habits? 😉

Things are actually looking up for me lately, relatively speaking. When I take a step back and look at everything I’ve put myself through... honestly, it's a bit surreal. How am I even still here? How am I still sitting behind this keyboard, typing away? It’s strange, isn't it? But I suppose the most important thing—the real crux of it all—is finding that sense of connection. Just satisfying that deep, constant hunger for some kind of genuine affinity.😉

Psychotropic medication discussion thread in Psychology & Therapy · Mar 5, 2012

Roger Bennett62 said:Heh, I actually made the switch from Seroxat to Paxil Wellbutrin myself, and man, I was sleeping better than I ever have in my life. Didn't really notice any major weight gain or anything, but I did get super aggressive out of nowhere, so I had to pivot... On the plus side though, the sex drive was insane—from day one, I was ready to go at any second 😁

When it comes to sleep, it really is the ultimate solution, isn't it? Honestly, though, it depends so much on a person's individual metabolism—usually, those who are more high-strung aren't the types to gain weight easily. And hey, that aggression thing hits home for me too; I've always had a pretty short fuse and tend to lose my cool quite often. Okay, sure, that fits right into my diagnosis, but I've noticed that taking Remeron can sometimes crank up my irritability even more, even if it occasionally helps balance things out. Generally speaking, looking at how everyone here writes, it seems like this isn't prescribed all that often, which is such a shame for people dealing with the side effects of standard SSRIs—you know, the stuff that makes them struggle with... well, you know what 😁. With mirtazapine, you just won't face those specific issues. Look, there are two of us here serving as living proof 😁, so tell me, what did they end up giving you to replace the Remeron?

Kenneth Scott41 said:The woman I was planning to marry cheated on me 😢 ,is there an antidepressant out there that actually works for this?
I am in a total downward spiral right now. Yesterday, I ended up taking three Xanax, one Zeldox, and one Faverin all at once, but it didn't really do anything... I just fell into a deep sleep.

So, how did you handle things with her? Did you bring up family or anything like that? Look, just find yourself a cat or maybe a sugar mama to take out for a stroll right in front of her face—that’ll make you feel better instantly. Seriously though, ask your doctor about switching to a different antidepressant, like mirtazapine, which will leave you feeling ready to go at any moment 😉

Psychotropic medication discussion thread in Psychology & Therapy · Mar 5, 2012

Roger Bennett62 said:Mirtazapine is out of stock, but man, if you aren't careful with that stuff, you'll pack on like 20 pounds in a month or so 🙂

So, how does it work for everyone else? I can't really speak for the crowd, though I hear plenty of people complaining about feeling completely wiped out by it. For me? Not so much. And honestly, back when I was grinding through Paxil Wellbutrin, my libido didn't even take a hit. Maybe I’m just that one outlier that proves the rule, who knows? The main reason my doctor put me on Mirtazapine was to deal with those manic bouts of insomnia—plus, it has that nice sedative effect. Since I struggle with BPD, I tend to deal with those sudden, intense outbursts of rage quite often, so this actually worked as a decent replacement for the Paxil Wellbutrin. That old stuff used to leave me feeling like I was constantly wired on speed. Have you ever felt that? Just totally jittery? It's a hell of a thing.

Psychotropic medication discussion thread in Psychology & Therapy · Mar 4, 2012

Kenneth Scott41 said:I completely understand where you're coming from. Believe me, you aren't alone in this. It's the same for me, except for us men, there’s also that other issue to deal with (if you catch my drift)...
I find myself constantly scouring Google, searching for an alternative medication that doesn't come with that specific side effect. 😁

There's just no avoiding the Mirtazapine issue.

How do I kick my bad habits? in Psychology & Therapy · Feb 18, 2012

Dana Clark64 said:Here we go again. Another damn Valentine's Day. Drunk and high, obviously.
I’ve been fighting depression and addiction for years now, but this habit just won't quit. I know I need to stop, I really do...
But I can't do this on my own. I wish I could.
Not looking for advice. Just some kindness.

What kind of addictions are we even talking about if you're fighting the same ones?
Look, you're eighteen and a half. Being high or drunk sometimes? Sure, it's not "healthy," but is it really that crazy? I was doing the exact same thing at your age—actually, I was even younger. And hey, I'm still not turning down a good time when I've got a few hundred bucks in my pocket (which is its own mess, granted). Honestly, just enjoy the girls and let life happen. My advice? Just chill, smoke a joint every now and then, grab a beer... what's the big deal? It’s not like it's killing you. You're just a normal guy, nothing out of the ordinary about it.

Psychotropic medication discussion thread in Psychology & Therapy · Feb 18, 2012

I’ve been scrolling through this thread, and man, it seems like everyone is complaining about the side effects from their antidepressants. It makes me wonder... why is it so rare to see mirtazapine—like Remeron or Calixa—prescribed? To me, it seems like a pretty solid option, especially since it has that sedative effect. That kind of calm can be a lifesaver for people who struggle with aggression or restlessness. Personally, when I was on Lexapro, I felt like a total maniac; I was driving like a racer, just constantly pushing the limits. And honestly? One of the best things about mirtazapine is that you don't have to deal with those sexual side effects that so many people seem to vent about here.

Psychotropic medication discussion thread in Psychology & Therapy · Feb 18, 2012

Robin Gonzalez3 said:Man, I just polished off half of Elizabeth's stash and I am absolutely wasted... honestly, who knows what’s gonna happen next? My heart is seriously doing this crazy, frantic skipping thing right now...

Seriously, what on earth did you ingest to make your heart race like that? If it was from that Prazin stuff, honestly, it’s not surprising at all—you really ought to steer clear of that garbage from a mile away. At least you got it all out of your system by throwing up, though maybe the way your diaphragm jolted during the process messed with your rhythm a bit? Look, just spend the next twelve hours sipping some soothing herbal tea to let your body settle down. Or, hey, maybe just try dissolving an Advil or something under your tongue to take the edge off.

Psychotropic medication discussion thread in Psychology & Therapy · Nov 2, 2011

Timothy Wood38 said:
I suppose I should probably get around to actually typing something out here. It’s been a while. Just sitting here, staring at the screen, wondering if anyone even reads these ramblings. Probably not. Anyway... [Username] says:
Yeah, they really knocked me sideways with it... honestly, I'm feeling pretty wiped out now. I've actually cut my dose in half—so instead of 25mg, I'm just taking 12.5mg—and even that feels like more than enough to do the job. My doctor made a good point, though; sometimes you just need a tiny amount of an antipsychotic to help get some actual sleep.🙂

Must be nice. Honestly, I’m currently sitting here on 150 mg of prazosin, plus 20 mg of Ambien just to stand a fighting chance at getting through a full night's sleep without tossing and turning like crazy. It’s quite a cocktail. On a side note—and I'm curious if anyone else has experienced this—has anyone on SSRIs noticed an increased tolerance to alcohol? It feels like I can drink significantly more than I used to since starting the SSRIs, yet whenever I look things up online, everything seems to suggest the exact opposite should be happening. It's a bit of a head-scratcher. Also, does anyone happen to know if antipsychotics can inhibit the effects of psychostimulants, like cocaine or amphetamines? Just wondering about the chemistry of it all.

Over the last year, I was taking Paxil in the morning and then washing it down with beer, whiskey, or whatever else was around in the evening. So, if you need proof that it's possible, I'm right here. But how far is too far? Eventually, you hit a point where your brain just short-circuits—a total meltdown where everything goes south at 3 p.m., or your central nervous system just gives up and sends you into a coma where you might even forget how to breathe. Or maybe your autonomic system just loses its mind and triggers a massive spike in blood pressure or heart arrhythmias... honestly, any number of disasters are on the table. I did it, and luckily, nothing catastrophic happened to me, but it *could* have. It always could. It's like walking through a minefield, and for me, the answer is a hard NO.

Psychotropic medication discussion thread in Psychology & Therapy · Oct 30, 2011

Honestly, I have to jump in here too—I am genuinely envious of the people who can just pop a 5mg Sanval and drift right off. For me? Not a chance. I need a full 20mg hit combined with 30mg of Calixta just to stand a shot at catching some Z's. That’s the only combo that actually works for my system. So, when I see people complaining about the 5mg dose being too much... haha, I mean, come on

Hangover cures? in Health · Sep 25, 2011

Based on my pretty extensive and long-standing experience with heavy drinking, I can tell you one thing for certain: there is no such thing as a cure for a hangover.

The truth is, there are all sorts of variables at play depending on a person's individual makeup and how they're feeling that night; some people are just built to handle alcohol better than others, right?
But there’s a universal rule: don't mix your drinks, and don't drink on an empty stomach—though, honestly, being totally stuffed doesn't help much either because those sugary, colored cocktails tend to trigger them even faster and are just plain worse

And when it comes to actually getting drunk—I mean, once you've crossed that line and inevitably wake up the next morning feeling like death—the hangover is unavoidable. There are little tricks you can try before it hits, and the most "innocent" one is chugging water before bed—the more, the better—but that lingering sensation that something has truly wrecked you? That's inevitable. Of course, I'm talking about actual intoxication here; for some, it takes half a liter of vodka, while for others, it's just a couple of beers or a few shots... but even then, the math stays the same: the more you knock back, the longer your body needs to recover.

There really is only one foolproof remedy, and that is prevention: just don't drink. Everything else is just wishful thinking.☕

Psychotropic medication discussion thread in Psychology & Therapy · May 12, 2011

Wait, what exactly are we even talking about here? Is there a specific context I'm missing, or are we just throwing words out into the void? It feels like we're starting mid-sentence! Any clarification would be great. Quote:
I had to double-check if I was actually the one typing that, haha. No, seriously though—there are some people out there who really shouldn't be touching even a single drop, you know? Because once they start, they just don't have an off switch. It would be so much easier if everything could just... stop after one day, right? But no. It’s this endless cycle, day after day, repeating itself over and over. It keeps going until something finally hits you—something that sparks that genuine, deep-down desire to actually sober up, which eventually leads us toward abstinence (whether we're more or less successful at it or not). As for me? Well, I'm planning on rolling up my sleeves and getting serious about this in the next few days.😁
Regarding what you were asking... you know, Freud actually had this incredibly fascinating theory about... It feels like we're staring right at the root of almost every single problem... isn't that just how it goes? You spend all this time trying to fix the symptoms, chasing tails, moving pieces around on a board, only to realize you haven't even touched the actual source. It’s exhausting, really. Why is it always so complicated? We look for answers in all the wrong places, don't we? Honestly, wouldn't it be worth it if you actually took some time to look into him? I mean, really dig deep? You have this guy who spent half his life being dismissed as a complete fool, then the other half being treated like some sort of halfway decent scientist who managed to stumble onto something... and yet, here we are, decades after he passed, finally accepting his theories as absolute truth. It’s wild, isn't it? If he were still around today, he could probably be the ultimate therapist for all of us. Seriously, why hasn't someone figured out how to clone him yet? Wouldn't that just solve everything?
So, what kind of internal medicine checkups have you been running through lately? Just curious. Honestly, if I were in your shoes, my advice would be to dig deep into all the organic stuff first—get those physical bases covered. Once you know the body is sound, then you can dive headfirst into the proven medication. You really have to go all in, right? Give it everything you've got, both soul and body. Trying to split the two during treatment... well, it just doesn't work nearly as well, does it?
Unfortunately, I haven't had a chance to dive into that Freud reading yet. My schedule has been absolutely slammed... honestly, I feel like I've been doing nothing but running full lab panels, palpating abdomens and necks, running EKGs, listening to heart and lung sounds with the stethoscope, checking blood pressure—you name it. Everything came back within normal limits, thankfully! But regarding what you said about sex? You might actually be onto something there. Honestly, a little bit of that might be exactly what I need to finally pass out.🤣

Psychotropic medication discussion thread in Psychology & Therapy · May 11, 2011

Joseph Jones70 said:You mentioned how you can't find the right word quickly enough, and how much that scares you. What if I told you I went through similar issues—actually, maybe even worse? Ever since I hit puberty, these really strange symptoms started showing up. First, my field of vision would narrow, almost like looking at a bright light and having those spots linger. Except for me, those spots would get wider and wider until I literally couldn't see anything. Then came the headaches and that constant struggle to remember names, terms, or just basic words. I remember one particularly rough situation when I first started a new job; they sent me to grab something, and I got to the spot where it was supposed to be, but I couldn't remember what it was called to save my life. I just kept saying, 😳"the thing, you know, that thing you put on..." You can imagine how ridiculous that felt. And that was just one instance.
To make a long story short, all of those problems vanished once I discovered the joys of sex. How old are you? It didn't always have to be full-on sex for me; even masturbation helped, which was where my issue actually lay. I used to have this intense pressure in my temples and at the top of my head, so bad I thought my skull might actually crack. No painkiller could touch it.
Let me know how old you are, how often you're active (if you are), and what your libido is actually like. Mine was non-existent (and still is😁).
If you have everything you need, I'd suggest getting a CT scan of your head immediately. I had one done after talking to a neurologist once my symptoms finally cleared up. The results were totally normal. I should mention that all my tests—including blood pressure—were always perfectly fine, so it wasn't something like that.
If your CT comes back clear, then you know what you'll have to do. Unfortunately.
Nowadays, I only get headaches when I need "that" release, though they aren't nearly as bad as they used to be—even if the blurred vision has been acting up again lately. I often get scared that the whole thing is coming back. Guess I might need to be more active too.

It's quite interesting, really... I have a high libido myself, and I had no idea it could trigger such deviations😁. About ten days ago, I had some blood work done along with a general checkup from my primary doctor, and everything looks fine on that front. But I do feel that pressure in my temples quite often, and the headaches are frequent enough.
I have sex whenever the opportunity arises,😉
And yeah, truth be told, I have a bit of a history with alcohol. It’s more of a binge-style thing for me; I don't feel the need to drink constantly, but if I have just one beer, that's it—I'm hooked until I'm completely drunk.😢.
If I don't drink at all, it isn't an issue.😛

Psychotropic medication discussion thread in Psychology & Therapy · May 10, 2011

ironpanther said:I need some insight from people here—specifically those who have been navigating this for a while. I’ve been on Seroxat for four years now (started at 20 mg, currently up to 30 mg), but I’m being forced to switch antidepressants. My diagnosis is anxiety-depressive disorder... unfortunately, after four relatively successful years of treatment, the symptoms are creeping back in. It feels like my system just hit a plateau. I’d really appreciate hearing from anyone with similar experiences. Based on what my psychiatrist said, the issue might be that Seroxat is often considered the gold standard for this specific disorder, which makes switching tricky.

Thanks in advance to everyone...

About a year ago, I had a similar run-in with Paxil. Back then, it was major depressive disorder, and honestly, I was dealing with suicidal thoughts too. Paxil actually helped quite a bit. I stayed on top of my checkups, but then the doctor I was seeing left the clinic and isn't practicing here anymore, and I just... stopped. Stopped taking the meds and stopped going to appointments altogether. In hindsight, I think that was a massive mistake, but god, I just couldn't face the idea of hunting down a new psychiatrist and having to sit there and explain my whole life story all over again. It felt exhausting.
The way I feel right now? It's constant insomnia. And there's this heavy lack of interest in my work, plus I'm incredibly distracted and forgetful, which is starting to really freak me out. For instance, I'll have a clear mental image of something—like a chainsaw—and I just can't find the word for it when I need it! It’s like I’ve suddenly become incredibly dim-witted. There are moments where I'm so spaced out it’s genuinely worrying; losing track of things has basically become my new normal.😲

Psychotropic medication discussion thread in Psychology & Therapy · Jul 28, 2010

Anthony Foster17 said:What actually happens to your head or your body if someone starts mixing different types of sedatives, like Xanax or Ativan, and stuff like that? (I’m not exactly an expert here, so my bad if I got the names wrong 🤷),
if they're just popping them on their own... you know, without any doctor's supervision...

Can things get seriously messed up?

Well, developing a dependency is easily the most common fallout from doing that.

Psychotropic medication discussion thread in Psychology & Therapy · Jul 28, 2010

Hey there!
So, I've been on Paxil for about five months now, though if I'm being honest, I haven't exactly been the model patient when it comes to my dosage. Instead of sticking to the prescribed 20mg, I’ve been drifting between 10 and 15mg quite a bit. Lately, I've also been leaning heavily on alcohol—sometimes it's hard to even get a buzz going because I've been drinking so much, sometimes for days at a time. My official diagnosis is major depressive disorder, and I did make sure to be upfront with my doctor about these drinking bouts. It feels like I might be heading toward that kind of binge-drinking pattern... and looking back, years ago, I used to treat anti-anxiety meds like they were just candy, popping them whenever I felt like it. I never really sought help back then because I just figured I was someone who got easily irritated, plus insomnia is a constant shadow for me. Anyway, after everything, my doctor gave me some guidance on how to move forward (we actually have pretty great conversations, she really listens), but she wasn't thrilled about my recent drinking episodes—and honestly, who would be? She suggested that instead of staying at 20mg of Paxil, I should gradually transition up to taking two 1mg pills, essentially 40mg daily😲. That sounds incredibly intense to me... has anyone else ever actually taken Paxil at a dose that high?