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  • Laura_tigger82Laura_tigger82 Discussion Boards Moderator Posts: 5,437 Part of The Furniture
    It is really positive to hear you are feeling better at the moment @IainJammyboy. Though, I hear your concerns that it could be a placebo effect. Have you managed to talk to anyone else about how you are feeling and your concerns? :)
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  • AzzimanAzziman Discussion Boards Moderator Posts: 2,308 Boards Champion
    Hey @IainJammyboy, just wanted to follow up on this. How have you been feeling the last couple of days?
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  • JustVJustV Posts: 5,637 Part of The Furniture
    Medication can do wonders, @IainJammyboy. :) Whatever the cause I'm glad you've found a new lease of life, even if it does happen to be temporary (though I hope it isn't!)
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  • Former MemberFormer Member Community Connector Posts: 608 Incredible Poster
    im so glad ur feeling great now @IainJammyboy and starting to understand ur doing amazing👍
  • JustVJustV Posts: 5,637 Part of The Furniture
    @IainJammyboy there's a fair bit of stigma around taking medication for mental illness, and I think sometimes we underestimate the impact it can have. Different things do work for different people and a healthy lifestyle is basically always recommended I think, but there are people for whom medication is life-altering and they couldn't function without it.

    Exploring an ADHD diagnosis sounds good too. :) Coincidentally I'm going through that process myself right now and suddenly my life makes a lot more sense! Defo good to get a diagnosis but don't be afraid to identify with it if it makes sense to you in the meantime.

    I will say the stuff you mentioned (at least on a surface level) does line up with how a lot of people experience ADHD - poor working memory, hyperfocusing on things, good practical skills.
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  • Former MemberFormer Member Posts: 271 The Mix Regular
    @IainJammyboy It's understandable to feel a sense of uncertainty when you experience a sudden positive shift in your mood and overall well-being, especially after a challenging period. When you mention that you recently increased the dose of your mood stabilizer, it's possible that the adjustment has positively impacted your mood and overall functioning. Medications can take time to reach their full effect, so it's not uncommon to experience improvements after a dose increase. It's important to continue taking the medication as prescribed and to follow up with your healthcare provider to discuss any changes in your symptoms. If you have any doubts or questions about your medication, it's always a good idea to reach out to your prescribing healthcare professional for clarification and guidance. They can provide you with the most accurate information and help you understand your specific situation.
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  • AzzimanAzziman Discussion Boards Moderator Posts: 2,308 Boards Champion
    @IainJammyboy I hear you. Mental health is tricky, because some signs/symptoms can be present in several different conditions, so it can feel like multiple conditions resonate. One part of this is to figure out what condition is affecting you, but another part is learning to manage situations. This one being a good example - learning how to respond in a healthier way to arguments would be useful, regardless of which condition it is that's present. I hope that you and your psychiatrist are able to work together to find a way through that works for you :)
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  • Former MemberFormer Member Believer in Pluto Posts: 131 The Mix Convert
    @IainJammyboy,
    It seems like you've recieved a lot of good insight from other fellow mixers. My personal take on your situation though is incredibly happy for you regarding medication. I first got diagnosed with depression when I was 10 and just now found a good medication that works for me. So congrats on that! As far as emotion regulation, it's tricky but to useful. It's my most helpful skill I've learned. And as others have said be aware that mental illnesses can often resemble each other and have similar traits. It's okay to be messy.
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