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Posted 12/28/2011 6:38 PM (GMT 0)

Hello all I am new here to the forums. So I was diagnosed this year with Schizoaffective disorder which, is another form of Schizofrenia.

My symptoms include: hearing external audible voices, physical sensations that run through my body, I feel like I am being watched 24/7 etc. I have been going through this since the year 2009. I have also recently been hospitalized in a psychiatric unit because I just couldn't handle it anymore. I found this website hoping to meet new people on here with the same issues that I have. Life has been very challenging for me and I am sure for a lot others who are going through similiar experiences. I am thankful that I am not alone and that there are other helpful resources for me to use. So there is Schizofrenia and Schizoaffective disorder. I have Schizoaffective disorder with depression.

Posted 12/28/2011 6:58 PM (GMT 0)
Hi and welcome!

As I am sure you know, many mental health issues have some kind of anxiety component to them.

We have memebers who deal with anxiety as a solitary issue, and members who have a crossover/combination of anxiety and other dx's.

You are in good company here and welcome to post about your anxiety feelings and symptoms anytime that you need to.:)

We look forward to getting to know you better...and great job on reaching out and being pro-active in your mental health management.

Take care and be well:)

Scaredy Cat
Posted 12/28/2011 7:53 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you for the warm welcome!
Posted 12/29/2011 1:06 AM (GMT 0)
Just to let you know one of my aunts has this. She would think that one of her sons was in a car accident she had voices talking to her it is something serious. I believe it was Bipolar with Psychotic features or paranoid schizophrenia. She was put on Zyprexa and that helped. Your are so welcome to this forum and we will help you and provide as much information as possible. God Bless!!
Posted 12/29/2011 1:42 AM (GMT 0)
Thank you givinguponit24 I appreciate your kindness. Thank you.
Posted 1/26/2012 3:05 AM (GMT 0)

Hi! I am diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder. I am just coming out of an unstable phase with some natural supplements that are meant for people especially with mental illness. You should check out the website it's called TrueHope.org.

You deserve an award for getting out of your comfort zone and trying to find help. That is really difficult, especially after a hospitalization.

I am still in the process of getting better, so talking a lot about the hard times is still difficult. But if you need any support, I'm here.

Posted 1/26/2012 3:54 AM (GMT 0)
Welcome natureisgood!:)

I am interested in looking at that website as well...I am hoping that it has some natural suppliment ideas for our members who would like to treat their anxiety naturally.

(I do have to reminder everyone to always check for interactions with even the naturals...they can be a bad mix either together, or with regalar medications, if not checked first with your doctor.)

Thanks for the information, and post anytime with us!

Scaredy Cat
Posted 2/1/2012 6:19 AM (GMT 0)
If people are Bipolar some meds dont interact well with supplements.
Posted 2/1/2012 5:52 PM (GMT 0)
Hi

Good to meet you and welcome to the forum you will find good support here. As SC mentioned it is common that people have more than one diagnosed mental illness. I have Aspergers Syndrome which has caused a lot of anxiety in my life to the level of also being diagnosed with GAD and social anxiety disorder. I also get very paranoid and often feel I am being watched and get a lot of intrusive thoughts. Do keep posting here and let us know how you are doing.

Hibee
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