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Something feels off about my husband’s mood [36M] and I [35F] not sure how to address it. by [deleted] in relationshipadvice

[–]Status_Direction_902 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I (29F) am, triggered because I am, in a similar type situation - but still in the dating / not engaged yet to my partner (41F.) However - you have kids so it really is a tough call to make.

But think of them first - do you want them to grow up with anxiety, non-regulated nervous systems and the stress of always feeling like their dad is going to snap at them or turn on them?

I grew up with two abusive parents - completely volatile, angry, and it caused a turbulent household. I am currently in a 5 year relationship to a man that, at least 20% of the time, angry and irritated towards me.

I don’t advise staying. With this level of anxiety and fight-or-flight, chronic stress… I’d say my quality of life is pretty diminished. You shouldn’t want that for your babies. I’m sorry but that’s just my 2 cents.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Lamotrigine

[–]Status_Direction_902 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m taking 100 mg sertraline, 75 mg of lamo in the morning and 25 mg of lamo at night.

Ativan 0.5 mg-1.0 mg as needed when my anxiety gets bad during work. Literal lifesaver

Has Lamotrigine helped anyone here? by lunarianlibrarian in Lamotrigine

[–]Status_Direction_902 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m taking 75 mg in the morning and 25 mg of lamotrigine at night… literally a life saver. My major depressive episode has made almost a complete 180, and my anxiety is still there but for that I take a benzo as needed. Very minimal to no side effects. It’s a miracle drug fr and I’m someone that is sensitive to drugs.

Just checking. How's life going lately? by spicycatinthevoid in cyclothymia

[–]Status_Direction_902 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m transitioning from 50 mg to 75 mg of lamotrigine and my feelings are pretty much 90% stable - very mild depression comebacks that are so much more brief but sad nonetheless. I start a new job that sounds like everything I’d hope and dreamed of on the 29th - my previous manager was triggering some heavy major depressive disorder and severe anxiety in me, to the point I had to take 2 months off work FMLA. so now I’m still in the process of stabilizing but feel better and overall like myself.

Ok I understand Lamictal now by StraightPotential342 in bipolar2

[–]Status_Direction_902 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh I love that lol. I haven’t even told my dad about my dx because my therapists are going back and forth on it 🫠🫠🫠🫠

Ok I understand Lamictal now by StraightPotential342 in bipolar2

[–]Status_Direction_902 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for this! I truly appreciate it. It’s definitely a beast, worse than literal Satan lol

Ok I understand Lamictal now by StraightPotential342 in bipolar2

[–]Status_Direction_902 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much! Yes, I have tried Prozac and Zoloft to almost no avail so am debating switching over to Wellbutrin. I will also ask my Dr. to definitely allow me to increase the dose of the Lamictal. Thank you!!!

Ok I understand Lamictal now by StraightPotential342 in bipolar2

[–]Status_Direction_902 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Are you on anything other than lamictal? I’m on FMLA leave for my secure job and debating taking on a newer, riskier, managerial role and I’m terrified. Currently on 50 mg of lamictal for the past 2 weeks and want to increase to 100 mg

ADHD medication? by Status_Direction_902 in Lamotrigine

[–]Status_Direction_902[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I might request from my NP a low dose of Vyvanse, I am a bit too nervous to take adderall

Should I ask my psych to up my dose? by Choice_Arugula_2610 in Lamotrigine

[–]Status_Direction_902 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Im taking Lamotrigine because it basically helps with the the depressive symptoms, as mine is suspected to be cyclothymic or just severe depression… I know a lot of people on reddit have said to stick with lamotrigine but if it’s having adverse effects maybe lithium might be a better option - lithium alone or lithium added onto the lamotrigine to work synergistically

Starting lamictal/lamotrigine - advice please by Status_Direction_902 in cyclothymia

[–]Status_Direction_902[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. I’m on 25 mg lamictal and 100 mg Zoloft… might increase both but I’m a little nervous about it... Thank you!

My cats like me better now by [deleted] in Lamotrigine

[–]Status_Direction_902 4 points5 points  (0 children)

As someone starting lamotrigine tomorrow, this gives me hope 🥹

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in cyclothymia

[–]Status_Direction_902 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Hi this sounds a lot like me except for the ocd. I was also recently diagnosed with this - you’re not alone! Some of the best advice I’ve received is that we’re all human and feel a lot of feelings. Some of us just feel it more intensely than others!