And what about the timing? Like, the gaps between the first and second time, the second and third... all the way down to that final stretch between the penultimate and the last one... does the thought of heading toward that end actually scare you?
So, when did you actually go through with your first session of ECB? Just to be absolutely clear—we're talking about electroconvulsive therapy, right? I really ought to double-check before anyone goes and makes a massive mistake here... 🙈
And honestly, I’m still sitting here scratching my head—I just cannot wrap my mind around what on earth the connection is supposed to be between people dealing with schizophrenia and insulin levels.
Rebecca Flores5 said:I was digging through this ancient psychiatry textbook the other day... it was talking about all sorts of old-school methods—medications, psychotherapy, even electroshock therapy. It mentioned some pretty intense techniques too, like inducing hypoglycemia or even putting someone into a coma just to stabilize things. I’d have to double-check the specifics, but honestly, it sounds terrifying. Was that what you were getting at, briskgull27?
Well, my mind went straight to the insulin they administer to diabetics.😳
I know my grandad—he’s always super careful when he’s giving grandma her insulin; he makes sure to check her blood sugar levels first, and then he calculates the dose based strictly on those numbers... but one time, he accidentally gave her way too much 😳 , and things went south fast... honestly, she nearly kicked the bucket 😢
Well, honestly? It’s probably just as horrific—actually, scratch that, it’s way, WAY worse than being hit with electroshock because when you're dealing with that insulin shock, you're actually fully conscious for the whole ride.😬
Thank God they sedate you beforehand... I swear, back when I used to watch those old movies, they always showed them doing it while the person was wide awake... and I was absolutely convinced that during electroshock therapy, you're just fully conscious and staring at the ceiling...
Rebecca Flores5 said:what a total disaster—I was reading up on it, and sure, I get that they resort to it when the meds just aren't cutting it anymore, but I honestly don't see the point. I mean, I understand the mechanics of how it works, but when a procedure carries that many brutal side effects, why on earth is it still part of the playbook?..👎 man, I really feel for you on this one😘
briskgull27 said:But still—this doctor actually treats me like an actual human being, you know? Like, individually.
Man, if only they were all like that! 😍 Honestly, there are way too many people in the healthcare system who are just... I don't know, cold? Just going through the motions, strictly by the book. My own primary care physician didn't even look at my 😬 last time, BUT there are exceptions to the rule, 😍
I just realized I messed up what I wrote above—was that it? 😂instead of pain... Well, look, if you're sleeping, fine... but how are you actually feeling once you wake up? Any real changes? And honestly, what’s even the point of it all? Is the goal just to get someone to finally calm down?
So, what's the deal with electric shocks? Was that actually part of it? I mean, what does it even feel like?🤔What's the point of doing that anyway? Does it actually make you feel better afterward, or is it just... more chaos? 🤔
Angela Wright said:Liquid foundation for water shrimp. It’s got menthol so it feels cooling, though it does dry out the skin a little bit. Look, before we go down any rabbit holes, maybe just try switching up your laundry detergent and fabric softener first? A close friend of mine went through this exact same thing about a year ago—broke out everywhere—and she realized it was all because she switched to a different brand of softener. The second she stopped using it, the rash vanished completely. Just a thought!
And honestly, it could totally be your body wash too! 😬
Look, let’s just be real here—if I had even the slightest hint of a prejudice against you guys before (and yeah, I did—mostly because I was worried about being caught off guard or "ambushed" by some unpredictable behavior)—that's totally gone now! Seriously! I spent a good chunk of my day today actually reading up on schizophrenia, and honestly? It doesn't seem nearly as terrifying as the media makes it out to be. In fact, from one perspective, I actually find your experiences quite fascinating! 😍
Also, I really think we need to start flooding this thread with more links or maybe just some copy-pasted articles so people can actually get educated about what schizophrenia really entails. We need more resources here to bridge the gap. ☕
Let’s talk about the sheer amount of prejudice people still carry regarding mental health—it's everywhere. There is this pervasive, completely unfounded assumption that anyone dealing with a mental health disorder is inherently dangerous or somehow irresponsible 😵 , when in reality, a diagnosis isn't some sort of moral failing or a "weakness of character." Because of this massive gap in public understanding, psychiatric facilities often get branded as repressive or cold, and the whole process of seeking help is unfairly dismissed as being futile.
Right now, as the American mental health system undergoes this massive overhaul—moving away from those old-school, isolated institutions and shifting toward community-based care—there’s a huge push to create better support systems for patients and their families. The goal here is actually meaningful: improving the quality of care and making sure people can actually reintegrate into their local communities rather than being sidelined.
outoftheblue said:Come on, Anne—just grab him, slap some duct tape over his mouth, and call it a day!
I’m actually dying to know what the IMF report is going to show—it should be ready in about a week. If I end up having a literal hole in my gut, I guess I'll just be a medical marvel, right?🤣 🤣 🤣
I know his brother (let's call him X), but I haven't met him yet! 😬 Though, honestly, I'd love to! 😍
And X actually sent me this lovely flower arrangement for Christmas! 😍
.....well, assuming the results come back okay...🙂 I was actually just reading up on schizophrenia—and hey, there's HOPE! 😘 I mean, seriously—you can definitely live a full life with it! 🙂 Now, I'm just crossing my fingers and toes that the tests turn out fine.
outoftheblue said:👋 👋 👋 You’re such a sweetheart—honestly, we both know we’ve had our share of "unplanned exits" before.
But look, you can't expect everything in this world to be perfect—it's impossible to follow every single social rule to the letter without losing your mind.😠 My husband and I? We're smart—we have to be, it's in the DNA—so if the kid ends up dealing with schizophrenia, well, we'll just deal with it. It is what it is. Plus, they'll probably be easy on the eyes, considering both of us are pretty good-looking.
I was actually just watching Nash the other day. In that documentary, there’s this moment where he bows for four whole pages while receiving his Nobel Prize... I actually teared up watching it. Every Shizo out there eventually learns how to bow to the powers that be.
😢 😉
Ah, well—truth be told, we all have to bow down to something at some point. 😬 🙄
Can people living with schizophrenia have children?
The short answer is yes—people diagnosed with schizophrenia can absolutely have kids. Now, there is a genetic component to consider, so the risk of a child developing the condition is statistically higher if both parents are dealing with it compared to when only one parent is . We see it all the time in our society—individuals managing schizophrenia being wonderful, loving parents who raise their children to be high achievers, doing great in school and eventually excelling in college. 👋 That said—and this is a big "that said"—there’s a massive moral obligation here. If someone has a history of this illness, they really ought to be upfront and completely honest with a partner before tying the knot. It’s about transparency. Unfortunately, in the US, we don't always see that level of honesty, which can lead to a messy, heartbreaking chain reaction of consequences down the road.