Wellbutrin is a great drug for some. For people like me it made me so much worse. My doctor said Wellbutrin is like splashing a cup of coffee on your brain.
For me it removed those “ennui” moments where I just feel like shit for no reason. I didn’t realize how much those took the wind out of my sails, until they were gone. But for sure it’s not for everyone or every issue.
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Word. I hope whatever rugby gets does the trick. I am on escitalopram now and am much better on it than off, even if I still have my struggles.
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Unlike SSRIs, Wellbutrin is stimulating (like caffeine) rather than sedating. Unfortunately, it’s usually not very effective on its own for moderate to severe depression.
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I’m elevated, not depressed right now. So more stimulation is the opposite of what I need.
SSRI also tend to be avoided for BP, at least in Aus, my understanding is that they can cause greater hypomanic and manic episodes.
They’ve suggested Lamotrogine before, but that’s primarily about prevention of depression.
Will be interested to see what they say.
Really, the more I think about it, it’s clear that work stress is the key factor here. I’m not going to get this under control if I can’t significantly reduce that.
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That’s a very real risk with SSRIs and Bipolar. They can be prescribed if the doc has a good reason, but patients are supposed to be warned to be aware of possible mood elevation.
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After years of me being no contact with my dad, my uncle called to let me know my dad passed away Friday from dementia complications. I have a lot of feelings but mostly a kind of relief. To me, he was a bad person and the world is safer for his absence. But I am also wishing him peace from the sickness that made him so awful to the women in his family.
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That’s gonna be a lot. Will you be speaking to a therapist about it?
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Yes. I already let her know by email and she responded with kind words. I see her once a week every Tuesday.
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Update.
I’ve agreed with work to take two weeks off. I think people were shocked as I’m not presenting as sick or disregulated (as far as I can tell)
Psychiatrist also prescribed me sodium valproate (Valpro)
Which is primarily an anti seizure drug for epilepsy but also used for mania and hypomania.
Taking a medication is pretty daunting especially reading the list of potential side effects!
Took the first dose last night.
Will report back.
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Just remember, all medications have side effects, but almost all of the major ones fall into the very rare to nearly nil category. Obviously be on the lookout, but try not to have anxiety about it.
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Sorry.
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Are you ok?
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No. I’m sorry. I appreciate everyone. I’ll see you again when we are both cats.
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Please stick around. I’m sure you’d make a great cat, but I love you as a person. You are wonderful and valuable and the world is a better place with you in it.
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There are too many shitty people in this world. You’re one of the good ones.
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We’re here for you. Stick around. Get help if you need it.
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My resting human face looks just like Grumpy Cat. Damn you for reminding me!
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Hey Risky. Are you good? People are worried so please let us know how you’re holding up.
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Anyone heard from Risky?
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