Posted by Dinah on August 23, 2010, at 11:02:24
In reply to Re: subtle effect of abilify » Dinah, posted by Conundrum on August 23, 2010, at 10:13:37
I think I'm on the very low end of the bipolar spectrum. My pdoc uses the diagnosis cyclothymia, but that seems way too rapid cycling for me. I get hypomanic, not manic, usually as a result of medication changes or sleep deprivation. And while I usually dismiss my leadenness at other times as sloth, when it lifts I realize how physical it feels.
What I do have is a strong tendency to anxiety and agitation, and that sometimes leads to other issues.
I manage it relatively well with Risperdal as needed. Still, I know I could function better and I'd like to be more even instead of so often running at 80% (or occasionally at 110%).
I doubt my psychiatrist would prescribe regular antipsychotics though, given my weight issues. I might ask him next time.
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