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So tired

octobermom79
octobermom79
I am so tired all I want to do is sleep. I have lost interest in everything that I can. GRRRR I hate that I feel this way... Any suggestions on how to get out of this funk..
GinaWonders
GinaWonders
What are you doing? Meds, support groups? Therapy? Coping skills like DBT or CBT? Church, faith any self help stuff?
tommymott
tommymott
Are you depressed? That will lead to your symptoms. I recently adjusted my meds and my depression lifted.
octobermom79
octobermom79
I am doing meds and the support of family. I also see a therapist. I think a lot has to do with issues with my meds right now. I am waiting for my doc to callback concerning them.
evildoer
evildoer
Seroquel by any chance?
octobermom79
octobermom79
They did not mention seroquel. They are lowering my dose of Klonopin to see if it helps. I have to call them back on Friday if that does not work. It is just frustrating. I am on Abilify, Lamicital, Wellburtion Xl and klonipin now.
Community LeaderSunCloudJD
SunCloudJD
Has this been going on for a while or is it a fairly new thing??

Sometimes I find the change in season can have a big effect and sometimes I think that we need to give ourselves permission to just veg for a bit as long as it doesn't go on for too long

Big hug for ya...x
octobermom79
octobermom79
This is a fairly new thing.. Seems inline with the introduction of Klonipin.

Don't get me wrong I have always been a sleeper but it has been crazy since the Klonipin started.

I have also been a little depressed the last few days which does not help matters.
kryslalee
kryslalee
Hugs...hoping reducing the klonipin helps and your depression eases. Keep us posted.
malibumark
malibumark
I agree with Jan, it could be a combination of the time of year , the season's changing and also the drug.

Go easy on yourself. It's good you are reducing the drug. Just a suggestion, try to get a walk in the morning sunshine if you can. That can help lift the mood too.
deleted_user
deleted_user
Some good suggestions and feedback here. I don't think I can offer anything more, but did want you to know that you are not alone and are supported. :)
saddestangel7
saddestangel7
Talk to your Pdoc about how you're feeling. I take Seroquel and it doesn't make me feel like a zombie at all but I've been taking it for a year. You might need your dosage lowered as others have mentioned. Make sure you get outside each day and inhale some fresh air. I love this time of year so the change of the season is good for me. Bring on the cold, the clouds, the rain and all the reasons to wear soft comfy sweaters and drink hot chocolate. Fall and winter don't have to be a mood buzz kill.
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