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07/13/2012 03:09 PM
randomeddie
randomeddie
 
Posts: 407
Member
Hello. I've been absent from this site for months due to my inability to stay focused on my wellness program. On Monday of this week I checked into a mental health facility for a 72-hour hold as I was suffering from a debilitating depression. I checked out this morning, feeling centered again if not entirely 'cured' (of course) and I'm ready to rejoin all of you here on MDJ. I feel terrible for my absence and hope I can stay focused and attentive from here on out. I've missed you all...
Eddie

Keep me inside
I'll keep my head to the floor,
and one hand on the handle
of the mad/sane door...

Cymbalta 60mg
Lamictal 100mg
Risperdal 2mg
Ambien 10mg
Ativan 1mg (as needed)
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07/13/2012 04:31 PM  Top
patte
patte
 
Posts: 229
Member
Eddie, I'm new here. Just got home today from a 4-day inpatient stay at a psychiatric hospital. I have bipolar type 2 disorder, rapid cycling, mixed episodes, and worse. I don't know what a wellness program consists of but I probably need one. My ability to focus shifts quite often and I'm not getting much of anything done. Glad I found MDJ though. I wish you the best. Patte
For BP II:
I am currently managing to maintain a semblance of sanity taking
Risperidone 0.5 mg in the a.m.,
Risperidone 1.0 mg nightly, and
Clonazepam 0.5mg nightly

Extensive talk therapy keeps my head above water while the meds keep me splashing merrily along.

Was taking lithium, lamotrigine and lorazepam but those have all been discontinued...for now. At one time, I also took Abilify (caused extreme tremors) and Zoloft (caused extreme auditory hallucinations).

Previous discussions I participated in:
Isolation sucks
TRUEHOPE
new here

07/13/2012 04:50 PM  Top
randomeddie
randomeddie
 
Posts: 407
Member
Thank you Patte. A 'Wellness Program' is just my way of describing my process in dealing with my BP in a positive and constructive way, and I agree, developing one of your own is a good idea. The best method I can think of coming up with your own personal plan of action is to work closely with your P-doc and therapist (as well as members of any groups you may belong to) to see it through. It's not always easy finding a system that works for you, so be patient and try as many routes possible in finding one that you can successfully follow through on.

I hope your stay in hospital was beneficial to you and I applaud you for recognizing the need to check yourself in. For me, hospitalization comes as a last resort in dealing with my problems. I'm glad I have, and recognize, the importance and value of that option for me in dire times. I certainly hope you found the assistance you felt you needed and that all is well with you now.

Good luck to you in your search and in your process in finding the right path to wellness. Feel free to add me as a friend and keep in touch.

- Eddie

Post edited by: randomeddie, at: 07/13/2012 04:55 PM

Eddie

Keep me inside
I'll keep my head to the floor,
and one hand on the handle
of the mad/sane door...

Cymbalta 60mg
Lamictal 100mg
Risperdal 2mg
Ambien 10mg
Ativan 1mg (as needed)

07/13/2012 05:29 PM  Top
soy70
soy70
 
Posts: 1774
Senior Member
Welcome back. I'm glad you're feeling better. You have been missed. Smile
Bipolar
Wellbutrin 450
Prozac 20
Lamictal 200
Adderall 40

MS
Tysabri

07/13/2012 07:24 PM  Top
Dit
Dit
 
Posts: 12069
VIP Member
I'm an Advocate
I'm happy to see you i'm sorry you had a rough time but i'm glad you went to hospital for that 72 hr period, i wish you well.
Be Still and Know That I Am - Scripture
12-Step Slogans - One Day/Moment at a Time/Just for Today/Let Go & Let God/But By the Grace of God
Live and Let Live/Easy Does It/This Too Shall Pass

"Don't be afraid to cry. It will free your mind of sorrowful thoughts." - Hopi tribe

Bipolar I

Lithium 300 mgs, Lamotrigine 200 mgs, Klonopon (Clonazepam) .05mg more if needed, Clomipramine (Anafranil) 25 mgs, Abilify 5 mgs, Seroquel 25 mgs

Please note that I am not a psychiatrist or psychologist. My opinions are personal only. This site is not intended to be a substitution for professional care, nor is anyone here qualified to make diagnoses.

Previous discussions I participated in:
Newbie
Daily Numbers July 13
I DROVE I DROVE I DROVE

07/13/2012 07:56 PM  Top
Enigma1969
Enigma1969
 
Posts: 2428
Group Leader
I'm an Advocate
We are glad you are back. Thank you for letting us know what was going on. I am sorry you were in the hospital, but it sounds like you know when you need help. We hope to keep hearing from you.
Sincerely,
Chris, 43

BMD with psychotic features, OCD & GAD

Clozapine - 400mg (BID)
Lithium - 300mg (BID)
Lamictal - 400mg (BID)
Neurontin - 1200mg (TID)
Klonopin - 0.5mg (BID)
Abilify - 10mg (Once Daily)
Buspar - 45mg (TID)
Vistaril - 25mg (Bedtime)(PRN)
Restoril - 30mg (Bedtime) (PRN)

"I see myself as an intelligent, sensitive human, with the soul of a clown which forces me to blow it at the most important moments."

Jim Morrison

I am not a doctor or licensed therapist, nor do I resemble one.
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