Rose Posted July 30, 2012 Share Posted July 30, 2012 Do you find it difficult to focus on reading after or during a psychotic episode? I was talking to my pdoc that I've been reading a lot lately (since I got my kindle) and she said even she doesn't have the patience to finish books. I never used to be able to read books until i got the kindle. I feel it makes huge books less daunting to read because it's so small and compact. Definately reccomend getting a kindle to anyone. I'm curently reading Shantaram by Gregory David Roberts... its taking forever to finish at 933 pages but getting there lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The one lurking behind you Posted July 30, 2012 Share Posted July 30, 2012 I found it dfficult to read when severally depressed and psychotic, not sure if that was just the depression though. When mildly psychotic I find I read books of a morbid nature to 'gain idea's' they can make me really paranoid. Good luck with your book, I hope you finish all 933 pages of it! Enjoy! P.s I love the actual feel of a book, something to carry around, bend, actually get into. I'm considering getting a kindle but I'm worried I'll miss the physical experience of a book? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Antigone Posted July 30, 2012 Share Posted July 30, 2012 I found it dfficult to read when severally depressed and psychotic, not sure if that was just the depression though. When mildly psychotic I find I read books of a morbid nature to 'gain idea's' they can make me really paranoid. Good luck with your book, I hope you finish all 933 pages of it! Enjoy! P.s I love the actual feel of a book, something to carry around, bend, actually get into. I'm considering getting a kindle but I'm worried I'll miss the physical experience of a book? This. I can't even watch a television show after psychosis. I'm a graduate plus level student of literature. Nothing will ever replace the feel of books for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enlightened_plutonian Posted July 30, 2012 Share Posted July 30, 2012 I used to love reading, but these days I just cannot concentrate enough to take in the story. It is something that really annoys me. it is usually better for me if I just read what I can, and don't worry about going long periods of time (this is very frustrating for me) where I don't feel able to read. My pdoc said it was likely that my poor concentration was caused by my psychosis and anxiety. I have thought about getting a kindle, but aren't certain. I like proper books but when the pain in my arms is bad they feel like a lead weight, which just ends up being another reason not to read. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parapluie Posted July 30, 2012 Share Posted July 30, 2012 I find it hard to concentrate in general, but I've noticed my concentration going south since I was psychotic. I find it hard to focus on my books, and I only read a few pages before either getting bored or having my mind wander away. I also see sparkles a lot of the time, so they distract me. My lack of concentration could also be from depression though. Good luck with your book! I don't think I could read on a Kindle, I love the feel and smell of a book. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melissaw72 Posted July 30, 2012 Share Posted July 30, 2012 FWIW, when I read books, I "hear" someone read it to me/narrate it. So I read along as they are telling it. Concentration in general sucks though, so I dont read often i general. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Vapourware Posted July 31, 2012 Share Posted July 31, 2012 Just after a psychotic episode, I find it hard to concentrate on very much, including reading. Eventually my concentration comes back. However, I do find I can read when in an episode, although the reading I do is related to the theme of my delusions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rose Posted July 31, 2012 Author Share Posted July 31, 2012 I understand what most of you are saying. I love the feel of books too. I was reluctant to buy a Kindle for that reason but once I got it i'm not looking back. Anyway, when I was younger I too had difficulty absorbing information and concentrating. I just wouldn't remember what I read or understand it but now my concentration and ability to absorb this information is improving. I guess it does get better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shareinnerlight Posted November 14, 2013 Share Posted November 14, 2013 I find it difficult to read as well. I used to be such an avid reader and a great studier so I'm really scared that the meds have messed me up. I'm waiting for Invega Sustenna to get out of my system to see if anything changes. So far I have 2-6 more months to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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