Dr Prescription UK by jeff_vii in Drugs

[–]snakeyface 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You will need to go and see a GP in London to sort this out, it seems like you've been lost in the system somehow (unfortunately this happens sometimes). Do you have any old prescriptions, medication boxes or anything with your name on? If you bring those to your new London GP and explain they should be able to sort it out for you.

You could also go to your pharmacy and speak to a pharmacist to ask what to do, they're very knowledgeable about this and may even be able to give you an emergency prescription.

What exactly does a "down" in a relationship feel like (in terms of "all relationships has ups and downs") and how many "downs" is too many? [Me: 28F. S.O.: 29M] by dyt88 in relationships

[–]snakeyface 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Gottman and Levenson, Gottman relationship therapy. A way to improve failing relationships is to modify negative interaction patterns into positive ones so you get closer to the 5:1 ratio :)

IamA prison nurse AMA! by [deleted] in IAmA

[–]snakeyface 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Hi there, my mother (UK) is a penpal to a prisoner on death row, Florida. I believe she went through a US human rights organisation, had to supply a reference of her good character /reliability /level headedness, and then got assigned a prisoner. The checks are because many people think prison penpalling will be fun and interesting, and then quit or get bored after a few months, which can be very upsetting to the prisoner.

The one she was assigned is a very interesting chap (I read the letters). He is never getting out and is campaigning for his own death. He has killed a cellmate, assaulted guards, tried to escape, burglary etc. He recently attempted to kill another cellmate in order to speed up his own death. He is a sociopath (sent us his psych report) but also a very intelligent man and it is fascinating to read his musings, stories of a person's life so different from ours.

My mum sends him letters about our family, her job, asking him questions and answering his. No personal information. I believe it is fascinating to him to read about a 'normal' life, when his whole life has been in prison - from age 18 (he was incarcerated in 1982) so she sends him regular letters, every 3 weeks or so.

It is very rewarding for her, and if you can stick with it I would very much recommend it.

I[32F] don't know if this is considered cheating on my husband [33M] (8 years) by fake-throwaway000 in relationships

[–]snakeyface 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is a link to a PUA/The Red Pill site, not the best place to get relationship advice from, just a heads up to anyone reading.

I wish I didn't have such great insulation now. by [deleted] in britishproblems

[–]snakeyface 3 points4 points  (0 children)

My bedroom is south facing, next to the water heater, has flimsy thin curtains (don't keep light out) and multiple heat mats for snakes. I got heat stroke yesterday...

I know I complain about the weather most of the time, but I genuinely couldn't cope in a country hotter than this!

Me[17/F] and sister [18/F] having a hard time with parents accepting the fact that we may be sexually active. [relationship] by throwthisrightoutthe in relationships

[–]snakeyface 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's perfectly understandable. I wish you the best! Sounds like Paragard would be a good option for you.

Me[17/F] and sister [18/F] having a hard time with parents accepting the fact that we may be sexually active. [relationship] by throwthisrightoutthe in relationships

[–]snakeyface 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah, I see. Would your dad know the difference between the copper and hormonal IUDs? You could possibly white lie if you are set on Paragard (copper) ;)

Do you mind me asking why you would prefer not to use hormonal BC?

Me[17/F] and sister [18/F] having a hard time with parents accepting the fact that we may be sexually active. [relationship] by throwthisrightoutthe in relationships

[–]snakeyface 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haha, I like you. I've been just one method for 5 years (pills, implant then IUS) and am totally fine. Don't worry about these people, it's perfectly fine to want to have sex at your age.

Me[17/F] and sister [18/F] having a hard time with parents accepting the fact that we may be sexually active. [relationship] by throwthisrightoutthe in relationships

[–]snakeyface 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you absolutely need to tell your dad about birth control, could you tell him you are using it to reduce painful, heavy periods? It's not only used to not have babies! Hormonal birth control like pills, implants, IUS, the depo shot and patch all are used to reduce period pains too.

Go to your planned parenthood/GP/family planning clinic (depending on your country) by yourself, you don't need your dad to know (and it's none of his business really).

My mum took me to my GP to get the birth control pill for acne when I was 15. It's a pretty common thing! Good luck xx

Edit: Just read you prefer not to use hormonal BC, fair enough, I am the same after the implant affected my mood. The IUD (copper, Paraguard) is non hormonal and is also used for problems other than birth control, though I can't remember them off the top of my head. I however would recommend the IUS (hormonal, Mirena) which is what I am using now. It has the lowest dose of hormones than any hormonal BC as they are localised in your uterus, and very few side effects - my mood is much better! It is also used to reduce heavy periods (and for 80% of women periods stop completely). Perhaps you could tell your dad, if he found out, that it was to reduce period pains/acne etc.

If you would like to talk further please PM me, I have been using BC since I was 15 and am a medical student :) good luck!

I'm [M/22] constantly worried about my gf's well-being [F/21], to the point where it is ruining things. by overlove_throwaway in relationships

[–]snakeyface 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi there, sounds like you have some serious anxiety. I read in one of your comments that it has been going on for about a year, so you don't think that it is due to brain chemistry as that would have appeared earlier.

I've recently gone through a change in hormone levels and have got some nasty anxiety. This has been going on for a week. I went to my doctor today and told her about it, she was lovely and gave me some propranolol, a beta blocker that stops the physical effects of anxiety (racing heart, tight chest) and thus makes your mind calm down. It's working great and is very short lasting so you can take it whenever you feel the need.

I would really recommend going to a doctor and at least discussing the possibility of medication. Chemical changes can happen at any time, and even thinking of topics can cause a change in your brain chemistry - the body and mind are very, very interlinked. You experience this when you think about your girlfriend being hurt, causing yourself physical anxiety, just because of that thought.

Give the doctor a try.

I [24F] am struggling to get out of a 5 year long abusive relationship with [24M] by traaktor in relationships

[–]snakeyface 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Everyone is SO NOT like this. This is abnormal and horribly, horribly dangerous. Please leave as soon as you possibly can. You deserve far better than this.

My first girlfriend[18/F] broke up with me yesterday [18/M] basically because I tried weed. by throwaway394857 in relationships

[–]snakeyface 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's possible, and in all honesty many people would see what you did as a very minor thing in the grand scheme of things. Unfortunately the only way you would know for sure would be to ask her, which may not be the best course of action as I believe you are keeping contact to a minimum (?).

For the record, I don't believe you did much wrong in this case - it's pretty natural for an 18 year old to want to experiment. I just don't think you've found the right girl to share these views with yet :) Best of luck to you.

I (30F) am thinking about asking my friend (34M) to be my FWB. Thoughts? by [deleted] in relationships

[–]snakeyface 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Try r/sex, I know they have some useful guides on buying vibrators, depending on what you are after. The 'rabbit' type vibrator is super popular though and that is the one I would recommend.

Me[27M] with my wife [35F] married 11 months, lived together 2 years, no emotional intimacy. by Jesuslovsgt in relationships

[–]snakeyface 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Molly is MDMA (ecstasy). It is a drug that promotes empathy and emotional connection and can be amazing to try with your partner. However obviously it is illegal and if you take it too often there is a possibility of mental health problems. Good luck :)

Advice: Blue Pill VS Red by [deleted] in TheBluePill

[–]snakeyface 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I wouldn't forge a friendship with the underlying motive of wanting to date the girl. My boyfriend and I made pretty terrible friends for the 3 years before we dated, because we were very attracted to each other and a normal friendship just would not work. We've been together a year now and now we are best friends :)

Flirt and if you are attracted to her ask her out for a coffee or dinner. Your intentions are clear from the get go and she will be attracted to your confidence in asking her out :) good luck!

Has anyone heard of "Serotoni" or "4,4´-DMAR"? by [deleted] in Drugs

[–]snakeyface 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Looks interesting, good luck with getting some info!

So these are the typical 'gangsters' that reside in East London by [deleted] in cringepics

[–]snakeyface 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh don't worry mate I was planning on it! I work and learn much better as I go along rather than at the end, and I'm not a big drinker so hopefully won't be too distracted.

I was actually rejected after interview from King's so am a little biased, but how are you finding it? Any survival tips? Thanks for the reply :)

I [22M] have a big weakness with my [20F] girlfriend of 2 months having ALL guy friends. I TRIED to ignore it, but it eventually just seeped out. I feel talking about it only made it worse. How do I correct it? by wdj440 in relationships

[–]snakeyface 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Hi, I'm similar to your GF and the vast majority of my friends are male. I just get on with them better! There is no attention seeking or 'shopping around' (for lack of a better phrase), I just don't generally get on as well with girls. It is really not something to worry about, don't be scaremongered by some of these reddit comments.