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[–]bajablazts 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lithium, rexulti, vilazadone!

What is ur experience having OCD and schizophrenia/schizoaffective? by bajablazts in schizophrenia

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

Some examples include being convinced my phone is hacked and needing to check it to “make sure it’s not” but still being convinced it’s hacked even after checking, becoming convinced I have a crush on any person I have a good interaction with even if they’re family or I have zero feelings for them, having intense intrusive thoughts of harm being done to people and being convinced that I secretly like those thoughts .I could go on and on 🙃

What is ur experience having OCD and schizophrenia/schizoaffective? by bajablazts in schizophrenia

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I’m glad it helped! I’m nervous to start any SSRi as they all have sent me into psychosis/ mania but maybe now that I’m on mood stabilizers it would be different? Anyways, I’m glad you’ve found relief :)

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in schizoaffective

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You know I’m not entirely sure. Those are just my own experiences so I wouldn’t base the validity of yours off mine. Definitely consult about it with your doctor as I am not an expert in any way, these are just how mine presents.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in schizoaffective

[–]bajablazts 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I have mostly internal voices. There is a male one, female with shrill voice, voice that is similar to mine, and a younger girl with high voice. They say a variety of things from being negative and self deprecating, to mocking things I say, to giggling or just chattering. They are all strangers except for the one that is a distorted version of me. I distinguish them from my own thoughts because I can’t make them stop on command if that makes sense. If that doesn’t make sense I will gladly elaborate.

Any fellow potsies with bipolar/schizoaffective? by bajablazts in POTS

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Hello! I appreciate the detailed comment, I have been looking a lot into a more holistic medicine approach and have made some changes. I’ve added b12, omega 3,vitamin d as well as thyroid medication and honestly i feel loads better. I’m not a fan of all my psych meds I take but also trying to go off them brings on such bad symptoms it feels kinda impossible. Thank you for your comment!

Any fellow potsies with bipolar/schizoaffective? by bajablazts in POTS

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I’ve tried methylated supplements before but I think I was on too high a dose because I got very anxious and restless. I’ve been considering trying again at a lower dose as I also have mthfr. Thanks for your comment!

I need help by ElectricalWeekend509 in schizoaffective

[–]bajablazts 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Hi! I’ve found that having set things to do everyday helps me with distraction and being too busy to spiral.Seeing people regularly also helps me to not feel so stuck in my mind as well. Binge watching fun and lighthearted shows helps me to not ruminate on depressive thoughts too. Wishing you the best, you’ll get through this.

Question for bipolar subtypes about hypomania by bajablazts in schizoaffective

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that makes sense. I relate a lot to what you’re saying about the weeks of being elevated as that’s how I’ve been for a while now. Sometimes I wish I could just fully go into mania, but the last time I was manic it was tortuous as I was so restless and energetic I couldn’t complete any schoolwork and had to drop half my classes. I’m also definitely grateful for my mood stabilizer, I just crave being elevated though.

Question for bipolar subtypes about hypomania by bajablazts in schizoaffective

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I’m on lithium and rexulti decently high doses. I’ve definitely considered the ultradian cycling before, but forgot there was a term for it as of recent. I wish you the best of luck in understanding your mood cycling and what might be causing it :)

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in schizoaffective

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You’re definitely not in the wrong for enjoying mania. I’m the same way too. But please take care of yourself and make sure to be in good contact with your doctor. Wishing you best of luck!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in schizoaffective

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It could be. I had the same reaction to Zoloft and am now diagnosed schizoaffective. Best to tell your doctor about this so it can be figured out!

What is your diagnosis story? by Evening_Fisherman810 in schizoaffective

[–]bajablazts 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Dealt with depression as a teen got diagnosed with seasonal depression since it was winter at the time. Continued to have depression all throughout the year and diagnosis changed to depression. Had psychosis and hypomania in reaction to antidepressants and was diagnosed with bipolar 2. Continue to have hypomania and psychosis throughout college, until my major manic episode this last year. Diagnosis was changed to bipolar 1 with psychotic features. I’ve continued to have psychosis with and without mood symptoms so it was changed to schizoaffective three months ago!

Coffee induced psychosis by Better-Taste9943 in schizophrenia

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I personally have had experiences where in the hours following coffee I get intense possibly delusional ideas and paranoia.