I’m not sure I totally agree with my dx. I know, I know, it’s just a stupid label. I’m on a good med combo, and I have a solid support system and coping mechanisms
BUT I don’t really feel depressed anymore. Maybe the Trintellix is working, but I haven’t been legitimately depressed in a looong time. Maybe I will bring this up with my pdoc in a few weeks. Just thought I’d share
Edit: I do agree with the schizophrenia part of the sza. Just not the major depressive disorder
It is interesting you say that you aren’t depressed anymore.
I was initially diagnosed with Bipolar and subsequently with psychotic depression. I was also suicidal for a prolonged period.
But, after starting Abilify, the depression has vanished and ceased to be a symptom in the last 7 years.
psychotic depression was also my first dx – although very briefly. I was def depressed and suicidal during my prodromal phase, but I’m fortunate to no longer have those issues. I’ll chalk it up to meds, ability to cope, and having a great support system
My diagnosis has subsequently been SZA- Bipolar.
I was undiagnosed for a prolonged period, in which I was suicidal. Then I made an attempt after diagnosis by taking an overdose of medication, as well.
But, miraculously, no complains of depression since quite awhile.
My symptoms kinda evolved over the years. The first 5 years i had psychosis throughout in varying degrees. Then i felt like I was flattened and lacked motivation for a couple years still heard voices off and on. If it was depression it presented as that.
Currently i deal with manias and depression. No voices in the depressed phase though atleast. Hopefully i balance out soon.
So symptoms can fluctuate over your lifetime and maybe your dx changes, it doesnt really matter as long as your symptoms are managed enough to live a decent life.
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