Any update Andy? Hope you were able to get to some help before you are no longer able to think clearly enough to do so. By the way, have you let your family know what’s going on? Or even one of your professors or academic advisors? You may need an older adult to help get this ball rolling. We old folk can be persistent when we’re fighting for help for our younger ones especially when so much is at stake. Best wishes.
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Besides following through with your upcoming appointment please consider getting a complete physical too -if you haven’t had one…there are physical ailments that can greatly affect your mental stability, one that I know of personally is diabetes, and then there is potential heavy metal toxicity, and electrolyte imbalances can result in seizures as can other unidentified issues. Make sure you are eating healthy foods and drinking lots of water, this advice may sound insignificant but it is important for everyone. Be completely forthcoming with all of the doctors you see in the near future and if you need a translator please request one. Keep us posted.
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Hi Andy. Any news? Have you been to the doctor yet? I can’t say what it is that you are experiencing regarding these ‘seizure’ feelings, but it sounds similar to an anxiety attack. Awful things, but they won’t impact your physical health (unless you faint or fall) and can be overcome. Were these discussed with the doctor?
Hope to hear how you’re doing soon.
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The best advice is what others have already said. Talk to a doctor. Be completely honest and forthcoming as you can be. It’s possible it’s not schizophrenia at all. I’m curious that you said you only have seizures when you’re at home. Perhaps it’s something in your home environment? It’s not unheard of.
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I have been to many doctors, but no one can give an answer, what is wrong with me. With every day I am starting to lose willing to live my life, I have lost my goals, everything seems to be pointless. I am using some kind of pills, but they doesn’t help me. I tried to overdose them with alcohol, even that didn’t work. I just don’t know what to do anymore, my mind is empty, there are no thoughts, I can’t make any decisions anymore.
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Hi andy.d,
So sorry you are not getting answers that can help you. Were you able to see a psychiatrist when you saw many doctors?
Can you look at the pill bottle and type the name of the medication you were given?
Every time you feel as though you would like to overdose you should go to an emergency room and tell them.
I know its hard when you can’t make decisions.
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I am not experienced in all this, but I want to say that everyone here cares about you and wants you around. On the regular forums there are many people struggling with the same feelings and they give each other a lot of friendship and support.
My son’s medicine took a while to really start working. Is there a friend or family member you can talk to?
Thinking of you and sending you support.
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Hi Andy, please don’t give up. Muster all the courage you can and keep trying to find a doctor that understands. Medications do take time but once they get that right, things can improve. When my husband started his meds for depression, it was three months before I saw a significant change. There was one medication that didn’t work and monthly visits are normal until they find the one that does. Then visits can go longer until you need a change again. My husband is now planning things for us to do on my day off. I’m smiling for us and hoping the same for you.
Please be patient but also find someone who will help push you a little. I would start at a teaching hospital and be totally honest. Look for someone to do things with and get some exercise. Take a hike with a friend. Get out of the house and try to talk with others. I remember my son asking me one time to make him do things. I took that to mean he really didn’t feel like it and needed an extra push.
We do care about you and I was thinking about you last week. I am a believer and will continue to pray for you to feel well again.
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@Andy - I agree with Hope - go to the ER. Life is worth living - hey it’s almost spring! I know depression is real and I hope you can find something that will help. Have you told your Mom or someone close that can help? I believe you said you have a girlfriend. There is a supplement called Sarcosine which you can add to coffee/tea/smoothies that seem to help some with depression, although you may need something stronger.
I just recently learned about a new form of pot called Spice/K2 so I’m on a soapbox about it - I hope you aren’t using that. It has side effects that mimic sz. We all hope you stick around.
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Thank you all for your support. So I have been taking lexotanil and olanzapine for a while now. But all this time I have had this one idea in my mind - maybe I am not ill at all. Because in some cases people are having some kind of side effects after using marihuana, and for me it sounds like what I had. I am feeling better now, I want to stop using those medications, because they make slower and I don’t want to get addicted to those pills.
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Hi Andy,
Glad you are feeling better! I wouldn’t quit the meds yet. Talk with your doctor first about bothersome side effects.
The psych drugs are not addictive, so don’t worry about that. You’ll need to titrate down, though, with the help of the doctor.
Are you using mj now? (NOT judging.) Are you saying you feel better having stopped?
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Hi @andy.d,
I’m really glad you are seeing a doctor. Talk to the doctor about what you posted here. Even a drug related psychosis benefits from treatment with medication.
Your doctor will most likely keep you on for a short period of time. Then the doctor can help you taper off the medication safely. It is really important never to stop taking psych meds cold turkey.
Also, tell the doctor your concerns about side effects like being slower. My family member worked with the doctor until the benefits of the medication far surpassed the side effects.
I’m so glad you are getting yourself to the place where you want to be in your life.
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Andy, my advice is take it slowly. Go back and read your old posts. If you are better than you were then, it is highly likely the meds are helping. There is so much research in catching this in the early stages, I commend you for that ability to seek help. Find a support system around you that have experience in this. I’m glad to hear you are doing better. Take it a step at a time and be careful to talk it over with your doctor before ending any of your meds suddenly. Be well!
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It’s has been a long time since everything started. Some of the symptoms has gotten worse, but I feel fine at the moment. And few days ago I got my diagnose - disorganized schizophrenia (hebephrenia) and depression. But I think it could be worse than that. 
Atleast I have started new medications, I hope that they are going to help me get through all of this.
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Hi Andy,
Thanks for the update. I imagine that getting an official diagnosis would bring confinflicting feelings. Sometimes it helps to put a name to your illness; but also scary to be labeled as having something serious. I know I went thru that when I was first diagnosed with MS.
I hope you get along with your doctor, and that the new meds are helpful.
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Thank you for updating us. I’m so happy to hear from you. I’m glad you felt fine at the moment when writing the post.
It can be really emotional to get a diagnosis of any illness; I hope you have lots of support in real life. You can always come here to post. Medication helped my family member so much. The other components that really helped are groups and good communication with doctor. Some people go to counseling.
I hope the medication and other types of support help you get through this.
Have you looked at the “diagnosed” forum on this website? There are huge amounts of experience, wisdom, and help there. We are here for you and want you to get through this time.
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Many universities have an office for Students with Disabilities. Perhaps you could see if your school has that office and ask them what options you have. My grandson has a high IQ but like you he began to have trouble concentrating and focusing and remembering. I believe that is connected with the Executive Function Disorder that goes along with this other disorder but I’m not a doctor. Don’t give up. Just keep seeking the right places to find help. Starting here was a good idea. Now see what your school can offer you in the way of help. I have to read my grandson’s school assignments then work them then break it down to a form that is reduced words, just concise so he can stay focused. I just highlight the important stuff. I wish you the best but also agree with others that seeking help with a mental health provider might be a good idea too. Don’t forget to eat healthy My grandson has a problem sleeping too. He takes Melatonin for that. My mom’s doctor told her to drink 1 glass of red wine before bed to help her. However if you can’t stop at one, it might not be a good idea to do that.
If you have a look at my posts, which are mostly about my son, you will see that it is possible to recover. Over the last five years, with some blips for the period before he fully accepted treatment, my son has more or less completely recovered. He is his ‘old self’ and now able to plan a career and think about getting married. So just keep going. Cooperate with your doctors and generally look after yourself - diet, exercise, no drugs or booze, try to keep your friendships and family relationships going. All those things contribute to your recovery
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Our hearts have all been touched by you. So glad to hear you are okay for now. Please keep up with your meds, this brain disease can be very complexing and I hope you are in a support group. So many of us parents care about you.
You bring us hope for our own children. May God watch over all of us, AnnieNorCal
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