Guest guest Posted May 8, 2006 Report Share Posted May 8, 2006 Hey all, Some people might remember me from last summer when I posted here a few times. Since then I have had to drop out of University, break up with my fiancee, move back in with my parents and alter my career plans from wanting to be a novelist to borrowing money from my folks to take an AZ truck driving course. All because I took Zyprexa for a month last April. Does anyone have any experience with this drug, or have any ideas about how I can improve my mental state? I literally cannot form a single thought in my head, and I have tried many different things to try and remedy the situation. I've tried taking a low dose and coming off it slowly ('s idea), I've tried taking a high dose to see if it would stimulate my brain (my idea), I've tried taking a variety of different drugs from lithium to other antipsychotics to a few different antidepressants (a few different psychiatrists ideas) and it has all been in vain. If anyone has any productive suggestions you might be helping to save a life, but please do not mention diet, something very seriously wrong has happened to my brain and it cannot be fixed with soy milk and rice, or fish oil or any other natural substance. Thoughtlessness has to be the worst state in the world, every morning I wake up from my dreams and curse myself that I will have to go through another day in the state I am in. My emotions range from regretting having not commited suicide, to wanting to commit suicide, to wanting to firebomb the corporate headquarters of Eli Lilly (they make Zyprexa), to hating different psychiatrists and social workers I have met over the past couple of years. The worst thing about it is no one believes me except for a few people on different messsageboards on the internet - my parents believe the psychiatrists and think I have "manic depression", whatever that is supposed to be, all my friends think I'm just depressed and should toughen up, the "Doctors" are so pompous and self-satisfied and they think they have helped me, I hate them the most, especially the one who thought it would be a "good idea" for me to spend a month in the hospital, when I was a little depressed and grieving the death of a friend. I still refuse to believe that this drug has permanently fried my brain. I'm starting to see a neurologist soon and I am hopeful that he has some answers because if he doesn't I really don't know what I'm going to do. If someone knows something about this phenemenon (not being able to think) as a result of taking Zyprexa or another psychotropic drug and can offer a solution then PLEASE help me because there is no way I can spend another 60 years the way I have spent the last one and I am quickly running out of ideas about what I can do, Hope this finds you well, Matt McCormack Love cheap thrills? Enjoy PC-to-Phone calls to 30+ countries for just 2¢/min with Yahoo! Messenger with Voice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 8, 2006 Report Share Posted May 8, 2006 > > Hey all, > > Some people might remember me from last summer when I posted here a few times. Since then I have had to drop out of University, break up with my fiancee, move back in with my parents and alter my career plans from wanting to be a novelist to borrowing money from my folks to take an AZ truck driving course. All because I took Zyprexa for a month last April. Does anyone have any experience with this drug, or have any ideas about how I can improve my mental state? I literally cannot form a single thought in my head, and I have tried many different things to try and remedy the situation. I've tried taking a low dose and coming off it slowly ('s idea), I've tried taking a high dose to see if it would stimulate my brain (my idea), I've tried taking a variety of different drugs from lithium to other antipsychotics to a few different antidepressants (a few different psychiatrists ideas) and it has all been in vain. If anyone has any productive suggestions you might be > helping to save a life, but please do not mention diet, something very seriously wrong has happened to my brain and it cannot be fixed with soy milk and rice, or fish oil or any other natural substance. > > Thoughtlessness has to be the worst state in the world, every morning I wake up from my dreams and curse myself that I will have to go through another day in the state I am in. My emotions range from regretting having not commited suicide, to wanting to commit suicide, to wanting to firebomb the corporate headquarters of Eli Lilly (they make Zyprexa), to hating different psychiatrists and social workers I have met over the past couple of years. The worst thing about it is no one believes me except for a few people on different messsageboards on the internet - my parents believe the psychiatrists and think I have " manic depression " , whatever that is supposed to be, all my friends think I'm just depressed and should toughen up, the " Doctors " are so pompous and self-satisfied and they think they have helped me, I hate them the most, especially the one who thought it would be a " good idea " for me to spend a month in the hospital, when I was a little depressed and grieving the > death of a friend. > > I still refuse to believe that this drug has permanently fried my brain. I'm starting to see a neurologist soon and I am hopeful that he has some answers because if he doesn't I really don't know what I'm going to do. If someone knows something about this phenemenon (not being able to think) as a result of taking Zyprexa or another psychotropic drug and can offer a solution then PLEASE help me because there is no way I can spend another 60 years the way I have spent the last one and I am quickly running out of ideas about what I can do, > > Hope this finds you well, > > > Matt McCormack Hi Matt, Welcome back to the group. You said: If anyone has any productive suggestions you might be > helping to save a life, but please do not mention diet, something >very seriously wrong has happened to my brain and it cannot be >fixed with soy milk and rice, or fish oil or any other natural >substance. Well, I'm going to do exactly what you didn't want, I'm going to talk about food . But bear with me, I'll keep it short. I'm saying this because, as I think you're beginning to realize, the other stuff isn't working for you. Matt, I used to feel exactly like you. I thought that if food and supplements worked so well, then why didn't the medical profession recommend them for healing instead of medications? I'm beginning to realize that 99% of the population really doesn't understand the healing capacity of food, but that's another post. I think what's important to realize about food is that it's not just about what you eat....it's as much if not more about what you stop eating. Many of the foods on the market today really, seriously are toxic, and you see stories about that appearing in the media more each day. I had the exact same feelings you are describing. My thinking was foggy and I felt sluggish and depressed. In my case, it was almost ALL food-based. I think I had some serious food allergies that were causing a LOT of depressive, mental symptoms for me. All of that began to change when I dropped the sugar, caffeine, artificial sweetener and starchy foods. I'm not sure how you're eating, but the " bad stuff " really can cause the symptoms you're describing. Okay, I'm off my soapbox. Basically, though, I'm just trying to say don't minimize the dietary changes. If you give it a try I think you would really see a difference. Best to you, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 8, 2006 Report Share Posted May 8, 2006 --- Matt McCormack wrote: > Hey all, > > Some people might remember me from last summer > when I posted here a few times. Since then I have > had to drop out of University, break up with my > fiancee, move back in with my parents and alter my > career plans from wanting to be a novelist to > borrowing money from my folks to take an AZ truck > driving course. All because I took Zyprexa for a > month last April. Does anyone have any experience > with this drug, or have any ideas about how I can > improve my mental state? ****Hi Matt, My husband took several different anti psychotics that are very similar to Zyprexa last year. His doctor kept switching them, adding anti depressants, etc.. His mental state only got worse until he did attempt suicide and was hospitalized. We know what an awful experince that is as do many members on this board I'm sure. He is now slowly withdrawing from Geodon, then will tackle the others. He is also taking vitamins and supplements and changing his diet. The diet changes are hard for him, but the right FOOD DOES HEAL and BAD food DOES HARM. What you have experienced is common with these drugs, especially if you've started and stopped several the past year. I'm sure can help you, but you have to be willing to try her suggestions. If you are doubting that proper diet and supplements work, read over the files about the members stories. People here have been successful at coming off these drugs, healing, and havng a good life. Everyone here understands that not many people believe you and that you rarely find support from the medical community. Don't give up. We know there is hope! Best Wishes, > > > --------------------------------- > Love cheap thrills? Enjoy PC-to-Phone calls to 30+ > countries for just 2¢/min with Yahoo! Messenger with Voice. __________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 8, 2006 Report Share Posted May 8, 2006 Hello Matt! I am new here. Don't know about Zyprexa. My problem is Paxil, an SSRI. I have been where you are. Twice I have thought I was at death's door. Unable to think, in utter and complete anguish. Thought my life was over because I was unable to function. I had to take the Paxil to get me through those times even though I hated the Paxil for getting me into this mess to begin with. Hang on! Life is worth living and a year from now this nightmare will only be a bad memory! I think it was Hippocrates who said something like, " Let thy food be thy medicine and thy medicine be thy food. " My advice is to eat only homecooked food-no fast food. NO SUGAR! It is a poison to your body. Extra virgin olive oil, fresh pressed garlic, fish oils are GOOD for your body. Hang in there! It is always darkest right before the dawn. You will come through this! Accept that you are going to suffer for awhile, but then will come the victory! People care about you and people in this group UNDERSTAND totally! Donna > > Hey all, > > Some people might remember me from last summer when I posted here a few times. Since then I have had to drop out of University, break up with my fiancee, move back in with my parents and alter my career plans from wanting to be a novelist to borrowing money from my folks to take an AZ truck driving course. All because I took Zyprexa for a month last April. Does anyone have any experience with this drug, or have any ideas about how I can improve my mental state? I literally cannot form a single thought in my head, and I have tried many different things to try and remedy the situation. I've tried taking a low dose and coming off it slowly ('s idea), I've tried taking a high dose to see if it would stimulate my brain (my idea), I've tried taking a variety of different drugs from lithium to other antipsychotics to a few different antidepressants (a few different psychiatrists ideas) and it has all been in vain. If anyone has any productive suggestions you might be > helping to save a life, but please do not mention diet, something very seriously wrong has happened to my brain and it cannot be fixed with soy milk and rice, or fish oil or any other natural substance. > > Thoughtlessness has to be the worst state in the world, every morning I wake up from my dreams and curse myself that I will have to go through another day in the state I am in. My emotions range from regretting having not commited suicide, to wanting to commit suicide, to wanting to firebomb the corporate headquarters of Eli Lilly (they make Zyprexa), to hating different psychiatrists and social workers I have met over the past couple of years. The worst thing about it is no one believes me except for a few people on different messsageboards on the internet - my parents believe the psychiatrists and think I have " manic depression " , whatever that is supposed to be, all my friends think I'm just depressed and should toughen up, the " Doctors " are so pompous and self-satisfied and they think they have helped me, I hate them the most, especially the one who thought it would be a " good idea " for me to spend a month in the hospital, when I was a little depressed and grieving the > death of a friend. > > I still refuse to believe that this drug has permanently fried my brain. I'm starting to see a neurologist soon and I am hopeful that he has some answers because if he doesn't I really don't know what I'm going to do. If someone knows something about this phenemenon (not being able to think) as a result of taking Zyprexa or another psychotropic drug and can offer a solution then PLEASE help me because there is no way I can spend another 60 years the way I have spent the last one and I am quickly running out of ideas about what I can do, > > Hope this finds you well, > > > Matt McCormack > > > --------------------------------- > Love cheap thrills? Enjoy PC-to-Phone calls to 30+ countries for just 2¢/min with Yahoo! Messenger with Voice. > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 9, 2006 Report Share Posted May 9, 2006 HI Matt, I was on zyprexa for 3 weeks and stopped cold turkey and had the same problem you have. I am now on risperdal becuase I ended up in the hospital again on more drugs. Like you I felt my brain stopped functioning, I was very depressed and hopeless. But unlike you, I really believe what is doing - and it works! Under her guidance I have radically changed my diet, take supplements and practice tai chi and yoga. I also do an active mediation daily. Ok, so my mind is not the same as before but my body feels greaat and my mood is much better. Sometimes I have to deal with withdrawals, but with such a healthy life style I can cope. And, I notice my intellegence is coming back. I acutually with all the brain damage from the drugs, witness that I am very intelligent especially when I am around people. I am very calm and patient and can really help others. My point is working with has really helped me but I do the work, every day to recover. I am on ..7 mg of risperdal, I started at 2 mg. I work part at a very interesting job and am becoming more and more creative. I play guitar and cook amazing healthy food. I also realize there are alot of spiritual lessons, like letting go, accept, and surrender. I had to actively forgive my family and the mental health system here in Canada for I also felt my life was destroyed. Truly trust , for she is a healer. Get interested in health and nutrition, meditation, flower essence, yoga - it can really make a difference. Remember, life is about learning! Sincerely, __________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 10, 2006 Report Share Posted May 10, 2006 C Creel wrote... > > When we are born, are our mothers given drug kits prior to leaving the > hospital in order to keep us alive? No, they're not. So what is it that > keeps a body optimally performing? Wow...good point ! I think we need to start with the premise that we are designed to be healthy, not sick. And it doesn't matter if a person is an evolutionist or a creationist, I think it's a carved in stone fact that we are designed to be a success. IF we " run the equipment " the way it was designed to be run. And neither evolution or our creator designed us to run on the terrible diet that is common to the western world. Native people living in the jungle eat better than the average American, because they are eating what they were designed to eat. Genetic defects are rare, because they are anti-survival. In my opinion, we should start with the idea that we are perfectly designed, and not assume otherwise until we are sure we are " operating the equipment " right. And if we did come with " owners manuals " we would NOT find Zyprexa or any other such poisons mentioned in it! My best to you all, Dan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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