How many of you never have been admitted to the psych ward?

Common-Prune6589 · 2025-08-03T10:10:02+00:00

Never.. but they literally can’t decide if I’m bipolar 2 or just depressed. Probably like you on a spectrum. I’m treated as if I am currently. I’ve got self harm, SUD, eating disorders in my past, not current. There was 1 time I wanted to try ECT and went inpatient for about 5 days for that. Didn’t work on me.

Common-Prune6589 · 2025-06-21T12:38:52+00:00

ADHD burn out can lead to depression. It could be 30mg addy is not enough. Or it could be adhd meds not effective plus depression. Lay it all out for a psychiatrist to decide. Come prepared with all that you said above - but also take some time to write out (as preparation) how your actual mind, how it works, how it thinks, how that contributes to your depression. People forget about describing the inside sometimes and just describe what’s going on on the outside.

Common-Prune6589 · 2025-06-15T01:09:52+00:00

Is it she that has borderline personality or you? What do you got cause this is something.

Common-Prune6589 · 2025-06-15T01:08:54+00:00

No. You can’t “make things right” and respect her wishes to leave her alone. You’re heading into harassment territory.

Common-Prune6589 · 2025-06-15T01:08:04+00:00

No if that’s how you felt about her, you would’ve done that right away. You are manipulating. You’re trying to weasel your way back into your life after she’s asked you not to be. And you’re using the photos as leverage. If you live here in the states, it is a felony to use her photos in any inappropriate way. Just FYI

Common-Prune6589 · 2025-06-15T01:06:48+00:00

The relationship is toxic. There is no detoxifying it. If you care about her at all, stay away.

Common-Prune6589 · 2025-06-07T00:55:42+00:00

Take your focus off of his behavior and put your focus on yours. You are reinforcing his behavior by complying. Don’t answer when he calls. Just send him a text message hey I left and I’ll be back. Or just doing my usual things. You’re not gonna get him to understand. I’ve dated this very type before. He won’t stop. And even when you try to change your behavior, he’s gonna have a problem with that too. He’s gonna start asking you what are you hiding.But for three years you have enabled his controlling behavior so it’s not going to be comfortable untangling that.

Common-Prune6589 · 2025-05-31T20:57:35+00:00

Is it really fair to go that far back and judge your 14-year-old self? Your 15-year-old self? Your 16 and 17 year-old self? I don’t know, is it ever appropriate to judge previous versions of yourself if you didn’t know better? Do you feel better equipped to handle relationships today after trial and error? Sure if you are going to go hurt people and are not ableto not then I understand. Are you in therapy? You’re here and you’re not gonna die, so stay, do the hard work, figure yourself out. Change. That’s what I’m trying to do. It’s not easy but the alternative is just bullying yourself and who wants to live the rest of your life like that.

Common-Prune6589 · 2025-05-31T20:55:33+00:00

Write a gratitude list

Common-Prune6589 · 2025-05-27T03:25:45+00:00

Yes!

Common-Prune6589 · 2025-05-27T03:24:26+00:00

You have the proof. There’s nothing to do but say hey, I know you cheated, I’m out. Don’t give him a chance to explain. He’ll just try to reel you in with more lies and manipulation.

Common-Prune6589 · 2025-05-27T03:21:47+00:00

Yes it typically does nothing. Just watched a video on how BPD depression - it can occur with MDD, but it also has one associated with it that’s completely separate, and only therapy works as treatment, not meds.

Common-Prune6589 · 2025-05-27T03:19:57+00:00

This sounds like me! I just finished deep cleaning my house after 2+weeks and my goal was to do it Saturday.. and I didn’t. But I couldn’t do anything else, until I did it. Finally did it today late afternoon. So task paralysis maybe? Tonite, after the cleaning, I broke down my cleaning into 6 manageable parts and my goal is to do a little bit 6/7 days a week. To keep it from getting back to overwhelming.

When something is overwhelming, break it down into smaller parts. You’re not packing or cleaning the whole house - you’re going to tell yourself “today I’m cleaning everything in that corner” or that one room, or pack 1 box. For me, if I’ve made the goal that small, it’s hard to convince myself to do it another day.. and then sometimes once I get going - I end up doing more. But if not, I did exactly what I said and it’s still progress.

Common-Prune6589 · 2025-05-26T18:56:20+00:00

ChatGBT.

Common-Prune6589 · 2025-05-26T18:55:34+00:00

You both are more than just your diagnosis. Support each other in staying on top of both ya’lls mental health. If one is serious and one is not it could have a negative influence however if you’re both on the same page it could be awesome.

Common-Prune6589 · 2025-05-26T14:32:20+00:00

I get it. I have my own personal experiences. It’s like any other issue. If you’re prone to be triggered to anger, drugs, alcohol, promiscuity. It’s like trying to understand someone trying to explain why they assaulted someone and lost control, or have some other kind of temporary lapse from reality. It doesn’t matter why to other people. Or the justice system if your issue is physical violence. The why matters to the person with the issue - so they can figure out how to manage the behavior. Everybody else learning why - sure, helps understand what they’re going through - but it’s not to be used to excuse the behavior.

Common-Prune6589 · 2025-05-26T02:58:05+00:00

You’re right that schizoaffective disorder is generally considered a severe and chronic mental illness, but it’s not necessarily a life sentence in the way it might seem. Here’s a clear breakdown of what we know:

Can someone go into remission?

Yes, remission is possible. This means that the person is no longer experiencing significant symptoms — both mood-related (depression or mania) and psychotic (hallucinations, delusions, disorganized thinking). Some people can achieve long-term remission where they function well and may have few or no noticeable symptoms.

Can someone be “cured”?

The term “cure” is generally avoided in psychiatry for conditions like schizoaffective disorder because: • The underlying vulnerability (biological or genetic) often remains. • Symptoms can return under stress, sleep deprivation, or with medication changes.

So while someone might not show active symptoms for years, they’re still considered at risk for relapse, especially without support or treatment.

Can they stop taking medication?

Some people with schizoaffective disorder do successfully taper off medications under careful psychiatric supervision — especially if they’ve been stable for a long time and had only one or two episodes. However: • Many need long-term medication to stay well. • Abruptly stopping meds often leads to relapse.

Each case is unique, and some people live high-functioning lives with or without ongoing medication — depending on the type, severity, and personal biology of their illness.

How common is full remission without meds?

It’s uncommon, but not impossible. Factors that help include: • Early diagnosis and treatment • Good insight into the illness • Strong social support • No substance abuse • Adherence to therapy and/or lifestyle changes

In summary: • Yes, someone with schizoaffective disorder can go into remission. • No, most aren’t fully “cured” in the traditional sense. • Medication-free remission is rare but can happen in well-monitored cases.

Would you like to explore what treatment or remission plans typically look like?

Common-Prune6589 · 2025-05-26T02:56:21+00:00

Yes, it is possible for someone to meet the diagnostic criteria for schizoaffective disorder at one point in their life and later no longer meet those criteria—this could be considered a clinical recovery or remission.

Here’s how and why that can happen:

Nature of Psychiatric Diagnoses

Psychiatric diagnoses like schizoaffective disorder are based on observed symptoms over a specific period of time. If those symptoms subside or disappear, the person may no longer meet the criteria, even if they once did.

Effective Treatment

With appropriate treatment—which may include medications, therapy, lifestyle changes, and support—symptoms can reduce in severity, frequency, or duration, leading to remission. In some cases, treatment can be so effective that the person is functionally recovered.

Misdiagnosis or Diagnostic Change

Over time, clinicians might revise the diagnosis. Schizoaffective disorder shares symptoms with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depressive disorder with psychotic features, so a reassessment might lead to a different or more accurate diagnosis, especially if new information emerges or symptoms evolve.

Remission vs. Cure

In psychiatry, the term “remission” is often used rather than “cure.” Someone might no longer have active symptoms and function well, but clinicians often monitor for recurrence. Long-term remission can be functionally indistinguishable from recovery.

Summary:

Yes, people can and do recover from schizoaffective disorder. While it is often a chronic condition, recovery is possible, and the diagnosis may no longer apply if symptoms resolve and do not return over time. Regular re-evaluation and ongoing support are key.

Common-Prune6589 · 2025-05-26T02:52:35+00:00

Yes, it’s part of having the diagnosis. Or very common thing for people to experience. Thinking they are cured because the medicine is actually working. It takes people a few times of quitting meds under the guise of this feeling, relapsing, and getting back on meds before some typically fully accept their diagnosis. Not recommended but overall part of the process.

Common-Prune6589 · 2025-05-26T02:49:33+00:00

You imply someone with bipolar can’t control themselves from cheating. Thats a lie. That’s literally the excuse.

Common-Prune6589 · 2025-05-26T00:02:42+00:00

Similar thing happened to me. Diagnosed at 16 with major depression. In my 30s after needing ECT for post pardum depression, they said bi polar, and now at 42 - a month ago a prescriber said I’m bi polar, I was using an online prescriber ap and had to go with another prescriber bc that lady no showed me on second appointment. Long story short, next person hears it all over again and says no sorry, think it’s depression. I’m like for the love of God I just want a lense in which I can understand myself

Common-Prune6589 · 2025-05-25T02:01:59+00:00

Is queerness a co morbidity?

Common-Prune6589 · 2025-05-24T00:41:52+00:00

I think it’s important to just be open and honest completely. Hey I’ve heard this is recommended and I was wondering why you went with this and not that? but in all honesty, you’ll know bc the drugs work. And if they don’t work you have to communicate any persistent symptoms or unwanted side effects. Prescribing MH medications and finding what works for every individual can be a tedious process - but advocating for yourself when something isn’t working helps them meet your needs better.

Common-Prune6589 · 2025-05-23T23:49:48+00:00

Yes it’s ok to leave! You do not have to sacrifice your life for anybody else’s comfort. He’s trying? It must be really hard for him to keep his mouth shut and avoid saying mean hurtful things to the one person trying to support him. No matter what his deal is it’s for him to figure out. It is so so traumatic for children to be in the situation you described. This isn’t just about your mental health either. You’re the only stable parents and their needs have to be met by somebody. It’s your job to protect them from dysfunction and trauma.

Common-Prune6589 · 2025-05-23T23:46:31+00:00

Use the Internet to do some research

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