A re-introduction to the purpose of this blog. Mental health is still very stigmatized, and I aim to do what I can to end that stigma. Questions and comments are welcome!
Continue reading “What This Blog’s About (Updated)”Episode 53 – The “Complex” in CPTSD (Part 2)
Some more differences between CPTSD and PTSD, as well as some curious overlapping of CPTSD and BPD symptoms.
Continue reading “Episode 53 – The “Complex” in CPTSD (Part 2)”Personal Update – Spring Mood Cycling
Due to seasonal changes, I was taken off my antidepressants. My nephrologist is allowing me to stay on lithium, and my headaches are under control for the time being.
Continue reading “Personal Update – Spring Mood Cycling”Personal Update – Looking Up
Things are looking up for the first time in a while. My SSI hearing went well, and my lithium situation is still a little uncertain, but most of my medications are pretty stable for now, and the nice weather is helping me get out a bit more. How long will it last?
Continue reading “Personal Update – Looking Up”Personal Update – More Ups and Downs
More med changes. Lamenting about my inability to work. Just the usual.
Continue reading “Personal Update – More Ups and Downs”Personal Update – Yet Another Failure
I’ve changed medications again due to side effects. I also speak on my latest work experience.
Continue reading “Personal Update – Yet Another Failure”Personal Update – Embracing Change
I’ve stopped Cobenfy due to side effects and am trying Risperdal, which I tried before in my teen years and seems to cause an unwelcome side effect itself. I also had my appointment with vocational rehabilitation, and that seems to be yielding good results.
Continue reading “Personal Update – Embracing Change”Episode 52 – The “Complex” in CPTSD (Part 1)
CPTSD is not in the DSM-5, but the ICD-11 includes diagnostic criteria for it. Here are some differences between CPTSD and PTSD.
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