witchywoman Posted February 3, 2006 Share Posted February 3, 2006 I've been so unmotivated lately, hating myself, eating alot more than usual, even though Im trying to lose weight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squirlygrl Posted February 3, 2006 Share Posted February 3, 2006 Me too, in every particular, only my Abilify has stayed the same. I think more Lamictal would help me, but I've had rashes in previous trials and am on Depakote, so I have to go up extremely slowly. It could be seasonal, in which case a light box might help. I also need to watch the caffeine; I drink a lot to get going, then crash, then sleep poorly, then need more the next day... Feel better, sg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loon-A-TiK Posted February 3, 2006 Share Posted February 3, 2006 Hi Witchy, I feel that way frequently too. I think the best way out is to be honest with your med team and tell them you need med changes/titrations. It sounds like your Lamictal is low. (I take 400mg!!! lol). Make sure you have a "No Harm" contract with your tdoc. Don't be afraid of whatever DX they decide on. Mine have changed over time too. I'm 27 and have dealt with this all my life. YOU WILL get past it- you're strong! Remember that! -----pm me if you need support------- ---------loon---------- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greenyflower Posted February 5, 2006 Share Posted February 5, 2006 Hey, Witchy, I've been so unmotivated lately, hating myself, eating alot more than usual, even though Im trying to lose weight. Im finding myself saying stuff about killing myself. I don't want to go anywhere or do anything. My patience is really short. Nothing really makes me happy lately. I've been extremely tired too, and going to bed earlier than usual, and still have trouble getting up in the morning. I just want to stay in bed all day. This definitely sounds like something you need to tell your doc about. It's not just your mood that has sunk, but you're describing many of the physical symptoms that are good indicators that this isn't a couple of bad days. Call the doc; it's a lot easier to crawl out of the hole if you haven't dug yourself all the way to the bottom yet. Greeny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
witchywoman Posted February 6, 2006 Author Share Posted February 6, 2006 I've called and left a message with my pdoc's secretary. Im trying to make an appt to see him today. Im just getting worse. This really sucks. Plus, Im sitting here questioning my decision to call. I always feel so stupid for calling, like maybe Im not really as bad as I think I am, or something. I don't want to bother him, though I know it's his job. I see him next Tuesday, but I just don't want to go another week feeling like this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
themind Posted February 6, 2006 Share Posted February 6, 2006 It is his job, and if he has a problem with helping people he should have chosen another profession. I'm sorry to hear that you are struggling. I know the feeling.....try and do one nice thing for yourself today....bubble bath? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
witchywoman Posted February 7, 2006 Author Share Posted February 7, 2006 I saw my pdoc today. He put my Abilify back up to 5mg and upped my Lamictal to 125mg. I should start feeling better soon. Thanks everyone for your support. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ncc1701 Posted February 9, 2006 Share Posted February 9, 2006 Heya witchywoman, Glad you're more optimistic. And, never, never feel stupid calling your psych. --ncc-- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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