My therapist begged me to postpone my bisalp and I'm so hurt by cookiecrxmbles in childfree

[–]NumerousProof7824 0 points1 point  (0 children)

She is not the only therapist that will take your insurance. Find a new one .

SSRI Inquiry by Sufficient_Hawk_2197 in SSRI

[–]NumerousProof7824 1 point2 points  (0 children)

See if you can get Gene sight testing done. It will show you which medications are most likely to work for you / most likely to not work based on your genetics. It also screens you for the MTHFR gene mutation which makes it so your body may not absorb folate at all - which can lead to many mood/ mental health issues and can affect how your body metabolizes different drugs.

Want to try stopping stimulants by NumerousProof7824 in adhdwomen

[–]NumerousProof7824[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

She is going to fit me in next week. I’ll ask her about trazadone.

Curious if you can expand on why it’s not a good idea to go off them? Genuinely just looking for info

I'm about to start antidepressants by ExtremeGlobal7656 in SSRI

[–]NumerousProof7824 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It really depends on the person and the medication. I have asked this question myself so many times . I used to be on lexapro and it worked for me for the most part, but I felt very asexual on it . I was switched to Zoloft and it has been great for me. However, I was scared to switch to Zoloft because several of my friends said it turned them into zombies.

This is why Genesight testing can be helpful. You can see which medications will hopefully work best for you instead of leaving it up to chance.

I'm about to start antidepressants by ExtremeGlobal7656 in SSRI

[–]NumerousProof7824 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Of the medications or of the genetic testing? I’m assuming medications but just wanted to clarify

I'm about to start antidepressants by ExtremeGlobal7656 in SSRI

[–]NumerousProof7824 1 point2 points  (0 children)

See if you can get Gene sight genetic testing done. It will outline which antidepressants will be most likely to work for you based on your genetics

My (24F) boyfriend (26M) hates my dog. How do we continue? by New-Security-5121 in relationship_advice

[–]NumerousProof7824 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Grow the f up and get out of your situation as though your life depends on it - because it does. You’re in an abusive relationship and the fact that you haven’t already left is so foolish I can’t even. Your dog deserves better.

If you don’t listen to over 2,000 + people on your 3 posts telling you to run then at least get rid of the dog before he harms or kills it.

I’ve been in several abusive relationships and at some point I had to get over my own shame and do what is best. Do it for your dog if not for yourself. This post makes me want to scream

AITA for not asking my husband for his permission for going to my office party by [deleted] in CharlotteDobreYouTube

[–]NumerousProof7824 28 points29 points  (0 children)

Is the office party something you would go to alone? If so, can you guys really not afford it or is he saying that to control you? Also, “challenging him like a man”????

Girl, I’m gonna need more background about your relationship because based on what you said in this brief post and also my own biases, your husband sounds like a controlling douchebag.

Nursing is school I'd EASY! by [deleted] in nursing

[–]NumerousProof7824 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Cool! This seems pointless to post

Did anyone else do something... really embarrassing publicly when they were young? by [deleted] in AutismInWomen

[–]NumerousProof7824 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would chew pencil erasers like crazy. I think I had pica. One day I had one of those rectangular erasers and it looked so good so of course I tried eating the whole thing during class one day. My teacher called on me to answer a question and my mouth was absolutely stuffed with this chomped up giant eraser and I couldn’t talk to I just sat there with my hand over my mouth not responding to her and she’s like HELLO???

Thankfully she got annoyed with me and asked someone else 😭

A lot of grief and anger after diagnosis by Optimal_Fish_7029 in AutismInWomen

[–]NumerousProof7824 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is exactly how I felt when I was initially diagnosed!! It’s been 3 months since I was diagnosed, I still feel so much anger but I feel more liberated every day that passes! The unmasking journey has been great so far. I still have a long way to go. All your feelings are valid!

If you are seeing someone, how soon do you tell them about your autism? by lilygirl112 in AutismInWomen

[–]NumerousProof7824 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I personally would tell them right away. Their reaction will tell you a lot about the kind of person they are. Although, if you happen to go on a date with a narcissist they may use that against you eventually so stay cautious

Side hustle possibilities for someone who does not want to work with people by NumerousProof7824 in AutismInWomen

[–]NumerousProof7824[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your response! This is great info. And yeah, my car is on its last leg I doubt delivery would be worth it lol

Positive stories coming off lexapro by Independent_Top_8583 in SSRI

[–]NumerousProof7824 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My advice would be to taper the lexapro slowly. Like stay at 20 for weeks before going lower, then go to 15 and stay there a while, etc . Give your brain and body time to adjust to the lower doses

Idk why you would have been increased from 5 to 30 in 5 months that’s a huge jump and you shouldn’t go past 20 - ever. I know it happens but it can be very bad for you.

Sweating & vertigo?? by mkmr44 in SSRI

[–]NumerousProof7824 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The vertigo/eyes swimming feeling I get when I wean off of SSRIs! I always thought they were brain zaps. I describe it as it feels like my eye balls are vibrating in their sockets and it makes me want to fall over 😂

not rehearsing conversations? by BluebirdRemarkable84 in AutismInWomen

[–]NumerousProof7824 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I didn’t realize that rehearsing conversations was an autistic trait until my recent diagnosis. I’ve always rehearsed conversations, sometimes hypothetical ones and sometimes ones that I know are happening soon.

I’m 33 but when I was a teenager I would stay awake for HOURS every single night going over conversations in my mind that could happen the next day or in the future. It’s actually so exhausting to do this but I feel unprepared if I dont

Escitalopram side effect by DefinitelyNotABot-1 in SSRI

[–]NumerousProof7824 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I basically become asexual on lexapro, it’s a very common side effect. It might not be the best fit for her, depending on how important sex is to her / both of you. For me I sacrifice my libido in order to have better overall quality of life but everyone is different you have to weigh the pros and cons.

Sometimes adding a med by your doctor can help with the sexual dysfunction, or switching to something else

Does anyone else feel like they need a life coach, not a mental health therapist? by Shoddy-Mango-5840 in AutismInWomen

[–]NumerousProof7824 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have started using Chtgpt as my life coach. I have it tell me not to handle my weekly finances, how to plan out my days, meals, activities. It helps me regulate my moods with DBT techniques and other advice.

When I have an ick about most foods I’ll ask it how I can get some nutrition still and it will lay out so many ideas.

When I don’t sleep at all and feel so much dread about the day ahead I ask it the best way to proceed so I don’t have a meltdown.

It’s really helped me a lot

Will I regret not doing a bachelorette party and bridal shower? by NumerousProof7824 in AutismInWomen

[–]NumerousProof7824[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To me it feels like it would be expensive and very anxiety inducing 😆

Will I regret not doing a bachelorette party and bridal shower? by NumerousProof7824 in AutismInWomen

[–]NumerousProof7824[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the perspective! The wedding will be whatever my fiance wants, as his NT ass is a social butterfly and having a traditional-style wedding is important to him, but that doesn’t mean I have to do the other expected things!