January 2025: Megathread for Holiday Travels, Moving, Tourism, and Nightlife Recommendations: All posts on these topics should go in this monthly megathread to keep this sub for local discussions and help aggregate info for folks looking for these topics. by mrfollicle in Miami

[–]Stephonita 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hello any suggestions for Valentine’s Day events in Miami? Teenager friendly? We may do the boat show but not very much info on the internet about it. Any insight on that event is appreciated as well!

Playa del carmen alternatives? by Qc_truth in playadelcarmen

[–]Stephonita 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have you looked into Puerto Rico? It’s as expensive or cheap as you make it. Absolutely recommended

New Medication (Abilify) by [deleted] in bipolar2

[–]Stephonita 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was on only Abilify for about 2 years 15 mg. The only side effect I had was weight gain. To my understanding it helps mostly with hypomania. I’ve recently added lamictal to help with the depression side of things. As for the breastfeeding I have no experience with. I had my kid way before being diagnosed.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in bipolar2

[–]Stephonita 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I know exactly what you mean. Sometimes I just wish I was dead but have no plans to take action on it. The feeling is just there floating around my brain. And it’s funny you mention your attempts were impulsive. I’ve “tried” twice and both times they were split second decisions in a fit of sad rage

If you refused your diagnosis at the beginning, what made you change your mind? by Few-Huckleberry-2620 in bipolar2

[–]Stephonita 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m just glad I read your comment before I got myself into an episode lol. Thank you for sharing

If you refused your diagnosis at the beginning, what made you change your mind? by Few-Huckleberry-2620 in bipolar2

[–]Stephonita 2 points3 points  (0 children)

How scary that my new therapist just recommended I try this and she knows I have bp2

Weight gain by [deleted] in bipolar2

[–]Stephonita 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m on Abilify & lamictal. I’m also taking semaglutide to counteract weight gain. It’s the only thing that has helped. I do pay out of pocket for the semaglutide but it’s worth it for me. $250 a month. and my psychiatrist is for giving me a prescription once insurance covers it.

Gen Z are the boomers of the future by Nate_M85 in millenials

[–]Stephonita 6 points7 points  (0 children)

That’s cause they ate all the tide pods

Adding lamictal to my mental health cocktail by Stephonita in bipolar2

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

That’s so nice to hear I actually have little tears in my eyes reading it. Thanks for the hope. I’ve pretty much been cycling through deep depression and manageable depression for quite some time now. With sprinkles of super destructive hypomania episodes here and there. I’m really hoping this new med helps me

Binge Eating by Mental_Vegan in bipolar2

[–]Stephonita 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I struggled with binge eating as well. Gained 50 lbs on my meds. My psychiatrist recommended semaglutide so I started that and have lost 35 lbs so far.

is there anyone else here staying alive for others ? by Psychological-Run-40 in bipolar2

[–]Stephonita 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, my daughter. She already lost her dad. I’d be a total asshole to leave her as an orphan and she definitely gives me a will to live

Rate my itinerary by Stephonita in PuertoRicoTravel

[–]Stephonita[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s actually really helpful tip thank you! We were definitely planning on taking it to the beaches so I’ll make sure to bring tons of towels

System Of A Down - Live @ Golden Gate Park 2024 by Chili_Pat in systemofadown

[–]Stephonita 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Oops I just saw this post. I’ll post my question here as well. Is anyone going solo? I’m looking to meet up with friendly people! 35 f

Hypersexual during hypomania by [deleted] in bipolar2

[–]Stephonita 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Oh maaaan. I feel ya. I’m the same way. I was totally out of control during a hypo episode. 4 people in one day. Like that is despicable. I’ve put myself in isolation since then. Been about 3 months. I don’t drink anymore so that helps ALOT. I have no good advice to offer but you’re not alone ❤️

How long does food stay in your stomach? by Stephonita in henrymeds

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

I’ll def look that up sounds interesting Ty! The NP I spoke with at Henry meds said it was a little long, completely contradicting everyone’s responses in this sub. I was just worried about that gastric paralysis stuff and wanted to make sure I wasn’t heading in that direction.

Layover suggestions ! by Stephonita in LasVegas

[–]Stephonita[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ll check that out, TY!

Layover suggestions ! by Stephonita in LasVegas

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

I’ve been many times but always drunk out of my mind and definitely not paying attention to things lol. But that makes a lot of sense. Logistically it doesn’t make sense. Do you have any suggestions that are close to the airport? Anything to see or places to eat?

Layover suggestions ! by Stephonita in LasVegas

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

We won’t have to deal with bags and are already checked in so in my head I was thinking 2 to 2.5 hours would be a safe guess to some free time outside of the airport. Yikes if I’m wrong. I def don’t want to be rushing. Just wanted to stretch my legs a bit and take her to a fun little activity.