No, the class of drug does not mean that you are experiencing psychosis. :) My mood stabilizer is classified as an anti-seizure medication - but I do not have a seizure disorder. Psychotic symptoms...
Call your Dr.'s office afterhours and try to get through to a psych nurse. They may be able to adjust your meds over the phone. If they can't and you can afford to go to the ER, that is an option...
Nope, not normal. :) Call your Dr. and also check out the anxiety/panic forum on healingwell....
moocow - A relationship with a person with bipolar disorder doesn't need to be like that. We are responsible for how our symptoms affect the people around us. It sounds as if your girlfriend is not...
Hi Chelzie, I think you are experiencing anxiety attacks (which are not any less scary!). Panic attacks resolve quickly in 10 - 15 minutes, although they can be followed by body chills,...
We can't be everything to everyone. This forum is for people experiencing bipolar disorder. While we do appreciate and respond to questions for non-bipolar family, friends, and partners, we will not...
Is there someone looking out for her? How often is she checking with her Dr.? That is definitely worrying! I've had manias from paxil when I was diagnosed with panic disorder but not yet with bipolar...
I'm glad you have someone (your therapist) who can evaluate your mood periodically. Moods have a way of creeping up and screwing with our judgement before we notice symptoms. :/ Exercise is wonderful...
Relax. This forum averages 1 reply to 50 views for new members. I'm afraid there's no support to offer except to advise that you see your Dr. I am a person who can do well without medication for...
Call your Dr. I would expect that they will want to start you back on at lower doses for a little bit for your body to re-adjust to the medications. What is going on that you didn't want to take...
I disagree. :) (((hugs)))...
No suggestions. Depakote gave me stomach ulcers - I actually lost weight on it which is not typical. You shouldn't feel any effects from the Lamictal - it takes 4 - 6 weeks to get up to a therapeutic...
I used to budget $0.25/meal. Instead of feeling guilty I felt proud and empowered by what I could accomplish! 2 of my favorites at the time were: Chicken ramen, add a dollop of chunky peanut butter....
Mood swings definitely affect appetitie and eating habits. When I was being diagnosed, for a while they didn't know if I had and eating disorder or a mood disorder! Food is cheap. Compared to...
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I learned a scary lesson. I was off meds that I couldn't drink with and enjoy an occassional small something. I'm an ultra-lightweight, lol. Anyway, we went to a wedding and I forgot that I had taken...
I went to work and cleaned for a couple of hours. Watching football now. Feeling OK today - haven't crashed yet. I slept well last night. I had real dreams, which is a very good sign that I'm...
What are you doing?...
DocFan - you're not in this alone. I think you need the support of a therapist. It's time to take care of yourself. You cannot make life-changing decisions (stay or go) when you are physically and...
I also have PCOS. I'm on the generic version of Yaz and it has not affected my psych meds. My psych Dr was not concerend about drug intereactions between hormones and psych meds, although he did...
TY. I did a little better today. Made it to 2:00 before panicing in line at a craft store (put my stuff down and walked out) and at the bank drive in (pulled out of line and left). I probably would...
Today is worse. So tired. Worked all day on my "day off". I am completely drained. I need a hug. I need a little support. But my fiance has been an ass giving me cold shoulder. Cried myself to sleep...
Had my psych appointment. Twice as much Klonopin as usual for the month and Trazadone for 2 weeks for sleep aid. I stopped at work on the way home, told my fiance I was going to go home, take a bath...
I traveled 2 weekends in a row. Having panic attacks again, but too much anxiety to go to the pharmacy and refill my clonazepam/Klonopin, so I've been hoarding pills (almost out of them) and not...
Do you still feel like a "diagnosis shopper"? lol (((hug))) You did good. I'm glad they saw the same symptoms you had. I hope this helps your therapist in your future session....
I've learned it's best to be honest with your staff. Simply state "I'm sorry, I just started a new medication and I'm having some side effects that should go away soon. Thanks for your patience and...
My ex tried to bring it up during divorce. My lawyer assured me that in my state, if I was in treatment and not a danger to myself or others, my mental health diangoses could not be used against me...
Loss of coordination is listed as a "less serious" side effect. I had Lamictal side effects with dose changes, but once I was on it I have no noticeable side effects. I have dizziness with dose...
This workbook: http://www.amazon.com/Dialectical-Behavior-Therapy-Skills-Workbook/dp/1572245131/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1350264695&sr=8-2&keywords=dbt+borderline...
I wouldn't say it is "typical" for bipolar disorder. However, fixating on something (hobby, desire, etc.) is typical and could direct emotion on a specific person. I would start journaling, free...
I don't think you're wrong, but I don't know enough about finance / business law to suggest anything as far as financial protection for you. Is a family intervention an option? Is he medicated?...
Could he be involuntarily commited? Can you put a hold on bank accounts?...
Good luck with your appointment. Be completely honest, don't hold back. You might feel embarassed but I assure you that you will not be judged....
My fiance reacted to my diagnosis with fear. He went online and read biplar relationship horror stories. :) It might matter. Diagnosis and treatment have patched things up between my ex-husband and...
Mental illness does not make abusive behavior acceptable. She is responsible for her symptoms and treatment. Without the bipolar partner's commitment to treatment, the relationship is doomed (in my...
recker, if you suspect you have a mood disorder you need to see a psychiatrist for diagnosis. If you are unfortunate to have one, then you need treatment. Bipolar Disorder is not the only explanation...
The dreams are a side effect of Zoloft. Lamictal and Zoloft have a synergistic drug interaction which explains the increase in intensity. You can review side effect and drug interactions information...
I just checked my email and didn't see anything from you. I have to go to bed. I hope you are feeling better. Please post in the morning. (((hugs)))...
I have a really hard time with days off too. It helps me if I don't have more than 2 days off in a row. Sometimes I go to a local animal shelter and walk a dog. I did that today. I had a really rough...
If you're talking about a bad relationship, I'm all for it. /community/emoticons/smilewinkgrin.gif But if you're talking about yourself, please call 1-800-273-8255 right now. Even if you can't love...
Yes, it is legit. Changes in sleep schedule can have powerful effect on people with bipolar disorder. It's defeinitely a big deal for me. I also notice it during the day. I don't deal with change...
25 mg is a sub-therapeutic dose. It will have no effect until 75 mg (rare) to 150 mg....
This is a major shot in the dark.... but by any chance were you taking benadryl at the same time as Lamictal? I and others have learned the hard way these drugs interact and cause migraine headaches....
Thank you. I grind my teeth badly. I will look into that and ask my Dr. next time....
Recovery Plan: (in order over a couple of weeks) Reduce stress (maybe take days off work or delegate responsibilities) Get enough fluids Resume medications as prescribed / call in to report symptoms...
I'm confused - the same guy from the other thread or a new one? Either way I'm happy for you. (((hugs)))...