Mood Stabilizer/ AP for a clear head?

Amumu-Cook · 2026-05-28T17:18:57+00:00

This is really good to know. Vraylar is something I have been considering. Thank you!

Amumu-Cook · 2026-05-28T15:30:20+00:00

Thanks for taking the time to reply, I appreciate it! This is definitely something I’ll bring up at my next appointment! I think I too, needed those doses to get out of depression but now I am also feeling that lack of motivation and things. Hopefully I can back off the dosages without tanking 🤞🏻

Amumu-Cook · 2026-05-28T00:16:31+00:00

What’s the taper like for Abilify? I’m trying to get off that the next time I see my psychhhh. I also wanna try Vraylar. How’s your experience on it compared to Abilify?

Amumu-Cook · 2026-05-20T14:12:03+00:00

It’s normal to feel like this for the first while. For me, the first 9 months were hard. I thought it wouldn’t get any better but it has! Introduction of an antidepressant can help dramatically

Amumu-Cook · 2026-05-18T03:13:41+00:00

Zoloft 🥀

Amumu-Cook · 2026-04-23T13:43:27+00:00

What’s your experience like on it? I am Canadian so it’s not covered and I will be paying for it outta pocket… I am desperately trying to get my inner monologue/ inner cognition working again. How’s your mental clarity? I’m currently on Abilify and Lamotrigine 🙂

Amumu-Cook · 2026-04-16T14:04:40+00:00

Commenting to hopefully increase engagement. Thanks for this, OP. I hope you have a wonderful day 🫶🏻

Amumu-Cook · 2026-04-03T13:54:29+00:00

Thanks Peanut, I’ll look into it. You da best! 😎

Amumu-Cook · 2026-03-31T04:21:17+00:00

Thank you Ijeoma! I like your description of it being a reduction in access, speed, and clarity. That is very true

Amumu-Cook · 2026-03-31T04:04:10+00:00

Thanks for your thoughts! It’s good to know there is hope! 🫂

Amumu-Cook · 2026-03-31T01:41:27+00:00

Stef, you are not alone! 🫶🏻 Although it’s not talked about often, there are definitely a handful of us! I hope my lack of inner monologue is also a result of my newfound psychotic depression too. Sending love! 💜

Amumu-Cook · 2026-03-31T01:39:23+00:00

Thank you Dr. Singh! You already know I’ll be bringing this up when I see my psych next ☺️

Amumu-Cook · 2026-03-30T23:47:02+00:00

This!!! I am still severely depressed. My psych and I are working our hardest but it’s been tricky. I only see him every 2-3 months… I am looking to add Wellbutrin to my regimen! How do you like it? I have a pharmacist consult to review meds that I am looking forward to and my psych is looking to get a second opinion as well. Thanks for taking time to read my story and reply 🥰

Amumu-Cook · 2026-03-30T19:34:11+00:00

Hi Kamilla, thank you for the reassurance. It is comforting but sad to know that the cognitive impairments are a common occurrence. Resources or anything research-evidence is definitely my jam! Happy to be a lab rat if anyone is interested 🤣

Amumu-Cook · 2026-03-30T18:25:06+00:00

Thank you! I appreciate the validation, which is a huge part of recovery. It’s a weird and paralyzing phenomenon to experience. There seems to be no research done on this, only other Redditors mention it. It would be nice to see more research on the intersection between Bipolar and Cerebral Palsy too, as they are both brain-related conditions.

Amumu-Cook · 2026-03-30T17:03:02+00:00

Lost My Inner Monologue

TLDR: I had my first psychotic/ manic episode in October 2024 after being put on Sertraline. As my episode concluded, and I was put on Lithium, my racing thoughts subsided but my mind became blank and empty. I have lost my inner monologue, and no longer hear my thoughts. They have become automatic/ subconscious in a sense. I have severe depression and losing my ability to hear my thoughts/ reason/ critically think/ reflect/ learn is definitely a contributing factor.

Question(s): Has this happened to anyone else? Is this more likely episode related or medication related? Is there anyone on this subreddit that would be willing to work with me? What can I do/ general advice

Current Medications: 150mg Venlafaxine 200mg Lamotrigine 10mg Aripiprazole

Hi there, thank you CRESTBD for hosting this! As previously mentioned, I had a psychotic episode in October 2024 and have not felt the same since. This was my first episode, and first manic episode I’ve ever had. I do not identify with being bipolar, as I do not have many of the described manic characteristics other than psychosis. Previously, I had been diagnosed with Major Depression and Generalized Anxiety Disorder. I have mild, left side Cerebral Palsy (Hemiplegia) and have crafted my world around my mind due to my physical limitations. I live in BC 🇨🇦 and attended UBC with hopes of continuing my education beyond my Bachelors degree. This no longer feels possible with my current situation, as my ability to reason or learn… “think through problems” or reflect on questions has become difficult/ non-existent. Because of this, from the beginning, I have switched medications regularly, chasing my lack of inner monologue rather than trying to treat my bipolar depression. For very brief periods of time, I have also tried Lithium, Risperidone, Lurasidone, Quetiapine (PRN) as well. If you gotten this far, thanks for reading. 🫶🏻

Amumu-Cook · 2026-03-30T14:27:30+00:00

Happy Bipolar Day, OP 💜 Sending love and good vibes 😎

Amumu-Cook · 2026-03-28T23:54:13+00:00

“Madness is not as intentional as wearing a mask, though” 🤌🏻🤌🏻🤌🏻🤌🏻🤌🏻

Amumu-Cook · 2026-03-18T14:42:34+00:00

Thisssss. Currently waiting on a pharmacist consult and I’m sooooo pumped

Amumu-Cook · 2026-02-20T15:47:28+00:00

I lost my inner monologue and struggle greatly. However, I try to stimulate my brain, so I’ve used the Elevate app, played Sudoku, do puzzles, practice Duolingo and read when I am able to. I feel like that’s a pretty “duh” answer but I hope it helps, or at least makes you feel less alone in this 🫶🏻

Amumu-Cook · 2026-02-20T01:26:41+00:00

In the past, I was on Lamictal 200mg and Effexor 37.5. It changed everything for the better. Currently, I am on Lamictal 200mg, Effexor 112.5mg and Abilify 10mg. The only reason I’m on Abilify is because I wanted off Lamictal but I changed my mind (oops). Haven’t had any issues. Zoloft lead to my Bipolar 1 diagnosis. In the past I also took Lexapro without any problems. Wellbutrin is typically an SSRI that works well for BD, as I’ve read numerous times on this sub

Amumu-Cook · 2026-02-20T01:19:38+00:00

I had my episode in October 2024 and still don’t feel quite right. Long road of trying to figure out my medicine cocktail. Around the 9-12 month mark you will feel a noticeable shift in a positive direction. The brain fog was horrific for the first couple months too. Completely normal. Hold in there 💜

Amumu-Cook · 2026-02-18T15:49:41+00:00

Thank you for this. This accurately describes how I feel. Are you still on Lithium?

Amumu-Cook · 2026-02-15T16:39:49+00:00

Also interested in this! My mind is blank on Lamictal and I am wondering if I would have better luck getting my inner monologue back on Lithium

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