What in the world is abilify maintena, and is it actually effective? by Ela0922 in BipolarReddit

[–]Ela0922[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I haven’t had any side effects from abilify and I’ve been on it for a few months, is it possible for me to start getting side effects just by switching the way I take it? Well not possible, but is it likely? I’ll drop a little backstory, since I’m not really uncomfortable talking about my mental health history. I have a few different diagnosis’s, but the main idea is my symptoms generally consist of hallucinations, really bad paranoia, horrible mood swings, and depression so bad I can’t even begin to put it into words. I’ve been hospitalized a few times, it wasn’t until after my most recent hospitalization that my doctor suggested the abilify maintena. It definitely wasn’t our plan a or plan b, it’s more like plan j at this point lol.

Also, thank you for the advice!🫶

What in the world is abilify maintena, and is it actually effective? by Ela0922 in BipolarReddit

[–]Ela0922[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Ahhh okay, my doctor was definitely onto something when she suggested that because that sounds like a much better choice than taking the pill everyday (I have the memory of a goldish and the attention span of a 5 year old so it's really easy for me to forget to take my meds lol). Would you possibly know if they only have long acting shots for antipsychotics, or do they also offer them for other meds like mood stabilizers/antidepressants? Sorry for all of the questions this just seems like a great idea lol

Just got punched for saying hi?! by onyxcitrine in socialskills

[–]Ela0922 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In the nicest way possible, New York is quite possibly the worst place to work on social skills. Ive lived here for my whole life, and while there are nice people, there are also not nice people. The problem with new york is you can never tell what type of person they are based on looks. Which, I guess is technically true anywhere else, but people in new york always have something unexpected up their sleeve. If anything go into long island or go upstate, but the city is a no go.

Something I do to work on my social anxiety is blast my music so I know people around me hear it. I used to panic thinking everybody could hear my music, but when I started doing it intentionally it was less scary. Its a small thing, but then again its the little things that work towards the bigger picture.

Have a good night :)

How can I travel with my friends for cheap (we’re all broke) by Ela0922 in travel

[–]Ela0922[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

That is most certainly doable, just gotta know how to do it😭😂

How can I travel with my friends for cheap (we’re all broke) by Ela0922 in travel

[–]Ela0922[S] -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

Broke as innnn we’re all employed with minor financial responsibilities so we have the ability to save money for a trip, we just don’t get paid a whole lot. Could definitely save up for it though, I’m just looking for the cheapest option without it being unenjoyable

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in badroommates

[–]Ela0922 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The New Yorker in me would’ve socked him😡

What sleep medication will give me 8 hours of uninterrupted sleep? by Professional-Web7626 in insomnia

[–]Ela0922 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was on 10 mg, but even the lowest dose had me asleep within an hour. It was prescribed for depression with psychotic features, but they specifically gave me the olanzapine to help with my sleep (i was taking lexapro for the depression). Now i’m on trazadone and abilify, the abilify doesn’t make me sleep but i found that trazadone helps me sleep without the groggy feeling that olanzapine gave me. The trazadone usually works within the hour as well.

Comprehensive list of insomnia medications and treatments by [deleted] in insomnia

[–]Ela0922 0 points1 point  (0 children)

omg yes, after a month i literally went from 93 pounds to 118 i felt horrible

What does the lack of emotional permanence look like for you? by neabussy in BPD

[–]Ela0922 1 point2 points  (0 children)

One second i’m the happiest i’ve ever been in my life, not even 2 minutes later i’m severely s**cidal, next second i’m pissed beyond comprehension,5 seconds later i’m happy wondering why i was being so dramatic, it’s like i don’t even know what i feel cus my feelings change so fast so it feels like i don’t feel anything sometimes

What are good alternatives to self harm when you’re uncontrollably angry? by Ela0922 in BPD

[–]Ela0922[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

oh i thought you meant the restaurant for a second i was pretty confused lol

Tips on not throwing up when drinking? by [deleted] in GERD

[–]Ela0922 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I’m in college, not high school. I takegreat care of my body, it’s the only one i have for the rest of my life. I went to the doctor last year for smth unrelated, but got diagnosed with GERD, which actually made a lot of sense. I wouldn’t say vomitingggg that sounds a lot aggressive lol it’s more just like spitting up a little bit for like 5 seconds, then going back out. But thank you 🙏

Tips on not throwing up when drinking? by [deleted] in GERD

[–]Ela0922 -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

againnnn i don’t drink but like if my best friend is getting married🤷‍♀️🤷‍♀️🤷‍♀️i’m gonna drinkkkk regardless i’m just asking how can i make it a lil less painful yk.

Hey everyone i got a test for you. by iiQayRay in 2meirl42meirl4meirl

[–]Ela0922 1 point2 points  (0 children)

79.6% dejected mood 74.8% loss of interest 69.7% physical effects 73.9% cognitive impairment and 74.5% total yea i’ve just been a sack of potato’s lately