I too have TMJ, and I feel myself clenching my jaw when I am really tense/anxious. Even to the point of doing it in my sleep, then I wake up with a massive headache. I just try to find other things...
I was fine in the beginning but after being on it for a few months, i got panicky and really jittery. If it becomes really bothersome you should discuss other options with your pdoc. Olivia...
You should be careful with drinking while on psychotropic meds, it can cause you to have adverse even life threatening effects at times. Please try to keep drinking at a minimum if not at all while...
Try calling your pdoc again, if you do not hear back from them you should contact your local pharmacists to see if these are side effects to be concerned about and if they will go away with time....
Mogs, Hang in there sweetie, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Hopefully you will start feeling better soon. Hugs! Olivia...
wolflover, I totally understand your concerns. But if you think you are pregnant or are planning to get pregnant you should contact your pdoc immediately. Then you can discuss what your options are....
melwake, Having a daily routine is good to people with BP, it keeps us moving. Especially for those of us who cannot work at the moment. My therapist suggested a calendar of my daily tasks. For...
melwake, Welcome to HealingWell and to the Bipolar Forum. Thank you for sharing about yourself and I hope you find the support you are looking for here. Olivia :-)...
Hello Emma, I was on Lithium for about 3 years in the past and had minor memory problems. I would forget what I was saying in the middle of a sentence, unfortunately I think it is a common issue a...
Nowhale, Welcome to HealingWell and the Bipolar Forum. I hope you find the support that you are looking for here. I was on Lithium for almost 3 years in the past and had the same issue. It got a...
I am grateful that you are able to see the great things you were able to accomplish, Mogs. You truly are an inspiration. I am proud of myself for not giving up on life when I wanted to. For finishing...
I second that, you should definitely talk to your pdoc and see if it is one of your meds. Please keep us updated! Olivia...
Hello Kitten, Welcome to HealingWell and the Bipolar Forum. It is good to have you on board!...
There have been a lot of posts related to religion lately. But I wanted to remind everyone about the HealingWell Forum Rule #11 11. No posts of an overtly political or religious nature OR posts...
Lesa, How have you been doing? Please let us know how things are going when you get a chnace. Olivia...
Hello All, It has been a while, sorry I have been kind of MIA. I just have been dealing with a lot of personal issues and have not had the energy to post. Please take some time and let us know how...
It is genetic, if one parent has it there is up to 50% chance a child will have it. It is especially true if both parents have it, their children are more than 50% more like to have it. Olivia...
Bill, It is good to have you on board!!! Olivia :-)...
Hi Christi, How are you doing today? It has been a while since I last talked to you. I am sorry that you are going through such rough times. I know what you mean, meds can be very expensive,...
Ellen, I was on Geodon only for a short while, it did wonders for my moods but I had bad side effects from it. I am currently on Zyprexa and have been on it for over a year now. It helps a great deal...
Hello, I thought my anxiety was in control. But lately, I find myself isolating myself from the outside world. I do not feel depressed at all, so I am a bit surprised why I find it uncomfortable to...
Female, 30, Maryland. Depression in '97, Bipolar I in '05...
I am sorry for what you are going through. Please know we are here for you!! (((((((((BIG HUG)))))))) Olivia...
Hello Kevin, Welcome to HealingWell and the Bipolar Forum. It is great to have you here! When I first started attending therapy on a regular basis more than 5 years ago, I was a mess. I would go and...
It is possible for your levels to be too high, which can be toxic. Or it can bee too low, then it can be of no benefit to you. Please let us know how your results are when they come in. Olivia...
It usually takes a day or two, if you are really concerned just call your pdoc's office and ask if the results are in yet....
Serafena, I have been on a lot of meds in the past and can tell you that it is unfortunate that you have to give up one that has worked so well for you. I wish I can recommend another rx to you, but...
Hello, I was on Lithium in the past for about 2 1/2 years. While it did help me with my mood it was not enough and I had to switch to other meds. There are a few things that have to be monitored...
Hello, I have been on zyprexa for about a year now. I have not had too many issues with it. I made me feel like a zombie for a few weeks after starting it, but it eventually went away. It has helped...
Thomas, I used to have the shaking hands too when I was on Lithium in the past. You should get some blood work done to make sure your levels are not too high. And if the symptoms dont get better or...
Hello Mogli, I have had the same thing happen to me when I was on Abilify, mine happened after being on it for a few months. You should contact your pdoc asap, that is one of the serious symptoms you...
lovemykids, How did your hearing go?...
It usually takes 6-8 weeks for most meds to be at a therapeutic dose. But some people can feel the effects sooner....
hi lovemykids, I too am on SSI, and like you I had to wait 2 1/2 yrs before getting a hearing with the ALJ. I had mine this past July and I was a wreck too, but it is not as bad as being in a real...
hello beachbabe, I am on buspar 30mg twice a day, and it has helped me greatly. It doesn't always take all the anxiety away so I have ativan as needed. I hope things get better for you too. Olivia...
hello waterlilly, Welcome to HealingWell and the Bipolar forum, I am glad that you found us. I was on Lithium for about 3 years in the past, and it was a great med for my moods; but it can have a lot...
Sukay and Serafena, Thanks for asking about me, you guys are awesome. Sorry for falling of the edge of the world for a while. I have been under a lot of stress the last few months or so and my world...
Hello bjm, I am definetely in agreement with Serafena here. You should go to the pdoc and have your symptoms checked out. Good luck and please keep us updated on how things go. Olivia...
I think obsession can be part of BP, I know I get stuck in my way of thinking or have obsessive thoughts when my moods are off. So you are not alone, but you should bring up your symptoms with your...
SLZ, I think it depends what state you live in, I live in MD and it can be as short as 6 months to a little bit over a year or so. I finally got approved for SSI after being denied 2x. But the whole...
Sukay, Thanks for checking in on me, I am hanging in there. I have so much going on at the moment, and I am trying to keep at an even keel. I just don't want things to get out of control. I have not...
Hi Nikki, I am so sorry that you are going through a rough time, is there someone you can talk to like a counselor/therapist? Sometimes it helps knowing that there is someone out there to talk your...
GT, Wow, you did it. You did something for yourself, and it is probably a good move for now. You probably feel at peace about your decision, for now is a time to focus on yourself. Please keep us...
Tess, I am sorry you are struggling with your symptoms. It is unfortunate you are having a hard time finding the relief that you need. I was on Lithium for a while in the past, and it took a while...
Caren, It is great to hear that you are doing good and I hope it last for a while too. Yes, I go through those moments too, can't say how long they last. Olivia :-)...
Hello Richard, Welcome to HealingWell and to the Bipolar Forum. I hope you find the support you are looking for here, this is truly a great community. Please do not hesitate to keep posting, again...
Maggie, I was on Geodon for over 4 months in the past. It did wonders for my moods, but I had the worst side effects and had to eventually stop taking it. I too had the involuntary muscle movements,...
Hi slz, I have experienced memory loss issues when I was on Lithium in the past, but it was not as bad as you describe yours to be. But I would definitely mention it to your pdoc if it continues to...
Hello slz, I too wanted to welcome you to the board, it is good to have you here. Olivia...
(((Hugs))Serafena, I am sorry that you are not feeling well, I totally understand how you feel. I have been feeling off myself. I hope you feel better soon, you have been through a lot this year....