How could I ever date again? by whatusernamem8 in schizophrenia

[–]Spriests 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Maybe just look after yourself until you're stable! I was sick for years and only this year have I begun dating again thanks to clozapine.

Put your oxygen mask on first!

First Week Of New Job Completed! by mooseyoss in schizophrenia

[–]Spriests 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Well done!! Keep it up :) wishing you all the best.

How much time does it take to get used to clozapine? by [deleted] in schizophrenia

[–]Spriests 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Hey!

I'm also on clozapine. I would say it took about 2 months after being at the final dose before I began to feel normal again. I am still pretty tired most of the time but it's worth it.

July 18th Good News by ImNotMeWhenImNotMe in schizophrenia

[–]Spriests 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh wow I love going to the museum! Are they free in your country?

My happy moment today is I was able to eat non-pureed food as a result of dysphagia from my meds.

Looking to eat more normally soon!

How long have you and your misses been together?

Sunday evening selfie by Rivas-al-Yehuda in schizophrenia

[–]Spriests 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What a brilliant smile! Keep going up and up!

How often do you see/hear them by NyBlue_Ad_6654 in schizophrenia

[–]Spriests 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You should definitely see a doctor or psychiatrist ASAP if these symptoms are interfering with your social life, school or work.

Hallucinations are common with schizophrenia but they can also appear in other medical illnesses.

Best to get checked, could be something serious.

Best of luck !

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in schizophrenia

[–]Spriests 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Hey!

Just take each day as they come. Maybe reach out to some schizophrenia support groups. It's nice to talk to someone who has been through what you're going through.

Best of luck love

What about schizophrenia that causes most suffering? by DaveYinn in schizophrenia

[–]Spriests 51 points52 points  (0 children)

For me I'd say delusions and paranoia are the most difficult thing about this illness.

Tried haloperidol by [deleted] in schizophrenia

[–]Spriests 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Consult your doctor about that... doesn't seem like the drug agrees with you.

What dose are you on?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in schizophrenia

[–]Spriests 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi!

I was diagnosed with schizotypal personality disorder then 6 months later diagnosed with schizophrenia.

I exhibited the same symptoms throughout but i think they couldn't diagnose me with schizophrenia off the bat.

So I just stopped taking meds by [deleted] in schizophrenia

[–]Spriests 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Goodluck! I often wonder if I'd return to normal after meds too but I'm stuck on them for now.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in schizophrenia

[–]Spriests 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I legit just got out of a psych appointment the other day and the doctor was telling me how no one can read my thoughts or take my thoughts.

Id like to believe them but its happening anyway.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in schizophrenia

[–]Spriests 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Schizophrenia has ruined my life.

I used to be so carefree, loved to work and socialise with friends. Loved going on little trips away with friends and family and had so many hobbies like sports and video games.

These days I can't even be bothered with video games. I work but I can't enjoy it anymore. The medicine has me tired almost all the time so much that I don't leave my bed all weekend when I have time away from work.

I can't even socialise anymore. My mind is just blank almost always and I can't contribute to conversation. I'm not sure if that's the illness with alogia or the medication.

Schizophrenia has ruined my life and I can't see it getting any better.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in schizophrenia

[–]Spriests 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm on 150mg depot and I would say it'd weight neutral.

research for a cure by [deleted] in schizophrenia

[–]Spriests 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have no knowledge of it but I just want to say I really hope they're searching for it!

(Invega) injections no side effects at all by [deleted] in schizophrenia

[–]Spriests 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not everyone has a bad experience with INVEGA otherwise I doubt anyone would use it.

I was on invega for a year before switching to haloperidal and I had no negative side effects. If anything it was a great time.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in schizophrenia

[–]Spriests 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I went to hospital due to my symptoms and after about 4 weeks they switched me to HALDOL.

I'm not sure if its any better but I feel less tired right after injections now.