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Yeah I actually got put on zoloft recently, which has been quite good. I'm not seeing my psych for another few weeks, but I think I'm going to mention this to her next time hopefully. However, like I said, Risperidone stablizes me. I don't really know if I can go without it. As much as I hate it, it works. I don't think I can stay off the meds this time because it's provided so much. Even cuts down my T production, it really helps with growing gender dysphoria. But I really don't want to be on it. You can feel it dampening your emotions, turning you into an automaton
Bummer, idk how it works with antipsychotics but I had to try like 5 antidepressants before I found one that worked, I wouldn't wait for weeks though if you don't feel good it's probably better to just call them up if you're on the fence. I get it if not though it's kind of a faff and expensive
Anti-psychotics are all major life changes. They dampen your dopamine receptors quite heavily. There is no anti-psychotic without the effects I hate because I hate the main effect. I have only tried 3 or 4, but Risperidone is the one that works the best for me by quite a long shot. I even look forward to it sometimes.
There is a side of me that knows taking Risperidone is my saving grace. Another side of me wants to just completely throw it out the window and use fent until die. I have to fight that side a lot. Risperidone makes that battle a lot easier.
Ah yeah that makes sense. Sorry you're having a hard time comrade. I hope you feel better soon.