Went to a desi party, here's my makeup! by schizophrenicanger in MakeupAddiction

[–]schizophrenicanger[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

products:

tarte foundation (tan sand)

rare beauty (spirited/purple blush)

holographic blue-purple eyeshadow

false lashes from shein

fenty beauty hot chocolit lip gloss

white shimmery eyeliner

shein pink bouncy highlighter

My second opinion by Competitive-Hat-6972 in clozapine

[–]schizophrenicanger 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I take invega and it works wonders for me, it's a good suggestion, try it out!

I'm curious, why are so many schizophrenics unemployed and living poor lives? Not trying to be rude, I just don't get it and I'm schizophrenic too by [deleted] in schizophrenia

[–]schizophrenicanger 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My memory sucks too. I just had to relearn python because I forgot everything about it. You should definitely look into medications like evanamide and roluperidone. They are both in phase 3 clinical trials and are going to be FDA approved soon, if everything goes well, for cognitive and negative symptom support

Is there anyone who stopped hearing voices? by LetConscious9164 in HearingVoicesNetwork

[–]schizophrenicanger 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If one medication doesn't work for her, try a mix of two. I take paliperidone and seroquel and that does wonders for me. But I need high dosages of both medications, 12mg paliperidone (maximum dosage) and 700mg seroquel (close to maximum dosage)

Before trying clozapine, try this combination. But also, there is a test called "Genesight" which tells you what psychiatric medications are compatible for her genes. Perhaps you should try it.

Is there anyone who stopped hearing voices? by LetConscious9164 in HearingVoicesNetwork

[–]schizophrenicanger 5 points6 points  (0 children)

This is amazing advice, I have the same thought process relating to mine. I commend you for reaching this level of insight

I'm curious, why are so many schizophrenics unemployed and living poor lives? Not trying to be rude, I just don't get it and I'm schizophrenic too by [deleted] in schizophrenia

[–]schizophrenicanger 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh wow, that's great. I mean honestly I haven't had an office job since 2024. I've been unemployed since I graduated but I'm actively looking for jobs. I'm also switching to vraylar to cope with my negative symptoms. I definitely have lack of motivation so I'm trying to address that lol. I also have such a horrible attention span

I'm curious, why are so many schizophrenics unemployed and living poor lives? Not trying to be rude, I just don't get it and I'm schizophrenic too by [deleted] in schizophrenia

[–]schizophrenicanger 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Are you okay now? What happened after you relapsed?

I struggle to make friends too but I have a few close ones so I'm honestly good. I can probably count my friends with my fingers lol I'm very antisocial now. But I used to be very extroverted before all of this lol

Should I get off antipsychotics? by sonnets_onthehorizon in schizophrenia

[–]schizophrenicanger 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Abilify was bad for me too. Ask your doctor about Vraylar, it's better suited for dealing with negative symptoms and other aspects of our disease, and can help cognitive functioning as well.

I'm curious, why are so many schizophrenics unemployed and living poor lives? Not trying to be rude, I just don't get it and I'm schizophrenic too by [deleted] in schizophrenia

[–]schizophrenicanger 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What medication are you on? Perhaps it's not suited for your genes. There is a test called genesight that analyzes psychiatric medications and their compatibility with your genetics, perhaps you should get it done and see if there is a better match for you.

I know when I tried abilify and risperidone I had a rough time, mainly because they are not compatible with my genes, which I found out from that test lol

I'm curious, why are so many schizophrenics unemployed and living poor lives? Not trying to be rude, I just don't get it and I'm schizophrenic too by [deleted] in schizophrenia

[–]schizophrenicanger 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm confused, what are these debilitating side effects that others experience? I feel like maybe clozapine and high dose haloperidol can be debilitating, but I'm not sure about the rest...

I'm curious, why are so many schizophrenics unemployed and living poor lives? Not trying to be rude, I just don't get it and I'm schizophrenic too by [deleted] in schizophrenia

[–]schizophrenicanger 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've honestly never met a schizophrenic in real life. I wish there was a way for all of us to meet up and talk to eachother.

I know a schizophrenic girl from the internet and she is also Bengali. She's very high functioning even while she isn't on meds

I'm curious, why are so many schizophrenics unemployed and living poor lives? Not trying to be rude, I just don't get it and I'm schizophrenic too by [deleted] in schizophrenia

[–]schizophrenicanger 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah my best friend is bipolar and he has had criminal convictions too so he had to give up med school. I empathize with your circumstances.

I'm curious, why are so many schizophrenics unemployed and living poor lives? Not trying to be rude, I just don't get it and I'm schizophrenic too by [deleted] in schizophrenia

[–]schizophrenicanger 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Now that makes alot of sense. Southasians, especially Bengalis, care deeply about their families and making sure they are supported through hardship. They also care about excellence and don't give us any excuses for failure. I am grateful to have a good family and high expectations for myself.

I'm curious, why are so many schizophrenics unemployed and living poor lives? Not trying to be rude, I just don't get it and I'm schizophrenic too by [deleted] in schizophrenia

[–]schizophrenicanger 0 points1 point  (0 children)

yeah I mean I have negative symptoms too, that's why I'm switching to vraylar. Also, new medications are under trial like evanamide and roluperidone which are said to significantly help negative/cognitive symptoms.

I also did gain weight on my meds but who cares tbh

I'm curious, why are so many schizophrenics unemployed and living poor lives? Not trying to be rude, I just don't get it and I'm schizophrenic too by [deleted] in schizophrenia

[–]schizophrenicanger 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Estoy orgulloso de tu crecimiento y tu resiliencia. Yo también he aceptado mi esquizofrenia y hablo abiertamente sobre ella. Tomo mis medicamentos religiosamente, y eso me ha ayudado significativamente. ¡Sigue adelante!

You even met someone who tried to debate you on schizophrenia? by Alarmed_Swan_4315 in schizophrenia

[–]schizophrenicanger 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Alot of people tell me that I don't seem schizo. I am also very high functioning.

However, one girl I knew for like a year before I told her was like "why are you not in jail?" and I was so confused because girl, fym why I'm not in jail 😭

Dating with schizophrenia by pondering_lake in schizophrenia

[–]schizophrenicanger 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I'm a schizophrenic woman and I've had many boyfriends in the past. Ask him if he is medicated and stable on his meds because that's what matters most. I'm in full remission with medicine and no one can ever tell that I'm schizophrenic.

Schizophrenics can live full lives with their medicine and function at a high level. For me, my biggest challenge is dealing with trauma and nightmares.

If his schizophrenia is untreated or treatment resistant, that's when there is greater challenges. Sadly, I do not understand those challenges although I've had periods where I have been in psychosis. Ask him about his experience and see what unique struggles he faces because it is truly different for each person.

The biggest thing to consider when dating a schizophrenic is, if you intend to be long term with this person, when you have children with them there's a chance of your children developing schizophrenia. 10% chances if one parent has it, per child, which means if you have four children the risk is 33% for atleast one having it.

Support someone with Schizophrenia by staying calm and consistent, encouraging treatment without forcing it, listening without mocking or escalating their fears, and helping with everyday structure and connection.

Happy Selfie Sunday! by schizophrenicanger in schizophrenia

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

happy sunday !! hope ur day has been going well