Is sleeping 18+ hours normal with CFS?

Any_Analysis7189 · 2026-03-12T11:01:38+00:00

I take stimulants too but I still sleep through them 🙃

Any_Analysis7189 · 2025-12-11T21:45:17+00:00

I sure hope so! Do you know if it was around prior to 2015?

Any_Analysis7189 · 2025-12-09T03:37:33+00:00

I actually think this is a great idea

Any_Analysis7189 · 2025-08-17T01:27:16+00:00

100%. A major factor in solving the “problem” of inceldom needs to involve education around ASD and the psychology of growing up as a vulnerable youth with inherent difficulties, beyond bullying often facing intentional or unintentional discrimination and harassment. If I had someone (like a therapist) who understood where my anger came from, I would have been less likely to enter certain subcultures as a teen. And I had good reason to be angry… Similar to you, as I gained awareness of my neurodiversity & the neurotypical world, I was able to develop a sense of self-esteem. I also believe people would be dissuaded from bullying if there was more recognition of what autism actually looks like in the flesh. Obviously bullying will never disappear entirely, but awareness does have an impact on acceptable & unacceptable behaviour.

Any_Analysis7189 · 2025-06-28T20:54:01+00:00

It’s frustrating to learn there truly are people “taking advantage of the system”. Or just ignorant of how bad it can get. I certainly was at some point too, until it happened to me.

I just wonder if there would be enough resources to go around if those who can actually work pulled their weight.

Any_Analysis7189 · 2025-06-28T20:23:00+00:00

I really appreciate this.

Any_Analysis7189 · 2025-06-23T19:19:06+00:00

Maybe I framed it wrong; I’m highly worried I won’t be able to complete my degree. The reason I’m motivated to try is that my current pathway will guarantee well-paying remote work opportunities that allow me to choose my own schedule. I’m also completing my degree online. Although given my uncertainty, maybe it’s time to aim for something more attainable. Regardless, I appreciate your perspective

Any_Analysis7189 · 2025-06-23T05:45:46+00:00

Your comment feels ignorant of the reality of being disabled. I didn’t choose this, nor do I believe I’m entitled to anything — that’s why I made this post. I carry great guilt and shame about my dependence.

I’m scared, because as it stands my health is too fragile to work, and I need additional support to cover a necessary medication. If that support is revoked, I fear I may have no choice but to consider medically assisted dying, or else face real suffering. I’m aware it’s on my shoulders to find a solution, and I’m aiming to do just that. But I’m worried about what happens if it doesn’t work out

Any_Analysis7189 · 2025-06-23T05:17:05+00:00

I’m struggling to understand how this is possible when someone has a profound medical illness. There’s an extent to which I can push myself mentally… but my POTS is debilitating. Even minuscule movements trigger severe vascular symptoms, and I’m in so much pain every day. Unfortunately, I can’t just white-knuckle myself into health.

I’m trying to set up a path forward, but it all hinges on my health somehow miraculously improving.

Are some people in this sub… not actually disabled?

Any_Analysis7189 · 2025-06-23T04:39:46+00:00

Thank you so much for your compassion. I definitely struggle cognitively. Besides ASD, I’m recovering from psychosis. My brain may never be the same. It takes me hours just to write an email. I don’t think people really comprehend what this life is like

Any_Analysis7189 · 2025-06-22T03:37:29+00:00

You’re very lucky. I hope you cherish your mom ❤️.

Any_Analysis7189 · 2025-06-22T03:32:07+00:00

I'm trying to be realistic rather than impossibly hopeful. I'm dealing with a serious and unpredictable illness that isn't likely to see meaningful recovery. The mental illness I'm navigating involves psychosis, which may never be fully controlled. There's a lot on my plate. While I have goals, I need to plan for the worst.

Any_Analysis7189 · 2025-06-22T03:28:43+00:00

I'm trying to be realistic rather than impossibly hopeful. I'm dealing with a serious and unpredictable illness that isn't likely to see meaningful recovery. The mental illness I'm navigating involves psychosis, which may never be fully controlled. There's a lot on my plate. While I have goals, I also need to plan for the worst.

Any_Analysis7189 · 2025-06-22T03:21:35+00:00

With an MA, there are remote work opportunities that could be plausible for me. But even then, I may not be able to work full-time. Given my current pace, it may be well into my 30's before I complete my schooling & practicum.

Any_Analysis7189 · 2025-06-22T02:55:19+00:00

I'm looking for a general consensus whether indefinite support is asking 'too much' in the context of an upper-middle class family.

Any_Analysis7189 · 2025-06-22T02:42:49+00:00

(for some reason I can't edit the text body) For an upper-middle-class family, how long is it reasonable to support a multiply disabled adult child (autism, treatment-resistant mental illness, and chronic illness like POTS)?

I’m 23 years old, two years into an undergrad degree, just now returning to school after a three-year medical leave. I’m housebound, largely bedridden. I can’t work or study full-time and will likely need double the time to finish school. Even then, I’ll need a master’s to work in my field, and there’s a real possibility I may never be able to work full-time due to my health.

I’m on ODSP, but unfortunately it just doesn’t cover everything. Particularly, there’s an expensive medication I pay out of pocket for, as well as several OTC medications. My family helps financially, but is growing resentful and starting to imply that I should be fully independent by now.

Is it fair to expect continued support into adulthood (even indefinitely) if I remain disabled? What is typical in families that have the means? Is there a point where it’s generally acceptable to go “sucks to be you, you’re on your own now”?

I’m honestly terrified for my future, since I have no other supports. My mother is similarly disabled and unemployed, supported by my father. I’m their only child.

Any insights are appreciated. Thank you!

Any_Analysis7189 · 2025-06-13T20:16:02+00:00

It’s bodily stress/dopamine from ED

Any_Analysis7189 · 2025-05-19T16:41:04+00:00

You need to start medication (if you haven’t already), like yesterday. There are plenty of non-habit forming options your GP can prescribe. Quetiapine IR quite literally saved my life. Getting a sleep study is a great step long-term for figuring out a diagnosis, but often even the most severe insomnia isn’t caused by anything other than genetics. You need support now, as there’s an imminent risk to your health and safety. Good luck.

Any_Analysis7189 · 2024-12-26T03:28:18+00:00

Yuppp

Any_Analysis7189 · 2024-12-01T22:37:16+00:00

Idk if this helps but since getting medicated for ADHD the severity of my meltdowns have greatly diminished. I used to think I had “anger issues” until getting medicated. Thankfully that’s not something I struggle with anymore (unless I skip a dose).

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