My psychiatrist strongly suggested that I take a “medication holiday”, meaning not taking meds for up to a month during the summer holidays.

And god damn. I’ve already ruined my face with skin picking (Started eating compulsively due to lack of stimulation and DoPaMiNe), have gone back to an irregular sleep schedule due to being constantly tired (currently 6AM where I am), and have like 3 trash bags in my house cos I’m having trouble leaving my house.

We love to see that the meds are working! The medication holiday just makes me grateful for the impact of the meds on my everyday life.

Still not gonna take a whole month off though. My life would be in shambles by the end lmfao

  • LetKCater2U@lemmy.worldEnglish
    3·
    1 year ago

    I usually forego weekends if I don’t have any plans. At least one day, even if I do. I figured it’s better than nothing. Last time I tried to stop taking my meds I nearly quit my job. Like I was talking to my boss and it was literally on the tip of my tongue lol.

    • ofespii@lemmy.blahaj.zoneOPEnglish
      2·
      1 year ago

      I feel you 🤣 Once when my dosage was still being regulated, I seriously thought of dropping out of my higher education due to a comment from my director.

      But yeah, I mainly forego meds on Sunday! Saturday is for chores, and Sunday is for being lazy and staring at the wall ✨