Posted by Lao Tzu on June 9, 2010, at 10:26:40
In reply to Update, posted by orthomole on June 5, 2010, at 21:14:33
I also wanted to add that even though I find vitamin supplements indispensible for mood and depression, some people absolutely need some kind of medication to control their depression in addition to vitamins. I go to an excellent psychiatrist, and he gives me a combination of zoloft, lamictal, and risperdal which helps a lot. I was also taking Provigil for energy, but I had to drop that one because my insurance won't pay for it. Instead, I rely on supplements to improve my energy levels and coffee, too. If you are bipolar, Risperdal or Abilify may help the depression in addition to lamictal and a good antidepressant. The one thing I found out is that if you do try an antipsychotic, take it at bedtime, not in the morning. Taking it at bedtime may help with sleep as well. I wish you all the luck in the world. Something will help you. I am bipolar/schizophrenic, and if I can get back my health, I'm sure you can as well. I don't jump up and down everyday, but I'm not suicidal. I've been rather successful over the years in combining vitamin supplements with medication, but it took time to figure out what nutrients were the most helpful and worked the best with the medication. You'll figure it out. Don't give up. I went through hell, but I'm finally stable enough to live a decent life.
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