Jwool my wife is very mentally ill. For six years her mental illness deteriorated until may this year when she collapsed one morning in the bathroom. I didn't panic. Before this she was very happily talking to someone. She asked to go to the hospital. Then after normal hospital she was sectioned and put in a psychiatric hospital. She was diagnosed with psychotic dillusions. She spent only 9 weeks in hospital. On 3rd of July she came home and is on a medication called Resperidone which does the same as yours. It is an antipsychotic, changes mood and increases hunger. So you will never be alone. Hopefully you're medication will bring results and will put you in a better place. Hang in there ❤
I’m so sorry that your wife had to go through such a thing. I’m grateful that I’ve never had to go to a mental hospital, and I hope the is medication really helps
You are strong and you are brave. Aside from helping yourself you are helping others. I suffered in the seventies when I was your current age. When I finally decided to seek help i was in my thirties. I called my only sibling thinking I was sharing good news. I can clearly remember his response..."you don't need to say anything about the family!" This raised so many curiosities for me. I realized the response was the best reason to seek help. Without saying there were problems the sib said there were problems. You keep searching. Do you have a therapy animal? Do you think one may be helpful moving away for the first time? Blessings to you.
I wish you lot of strength and perseverance, J! I struggle with similar problems as you, so I keep my fingers crossed for you. Be brave! Greetings from Poland :)
I'm proud of you for attacking this head on. I'm also grateful you have a girl who is willing to stand by you through this. A lot of people would shy away or just end the relationship because they are afraid of what they don't understand. Keep it up, brother. Watching your videos and the struggles you're facing as well as another guy on YT helps me gain strength to keep fighting.
There are over 12,000 people here--a small city's worth-- who find you to be an open, kind, likeable, and intelligent person Those are incredibly powerful attributes in a human being. They tell me that you will overcome these issues as you continue to grow, especially given your willingness to accept help. And thank you for your willingness to share your experiences. I'm sure they will help many others in a positive way.
I had psychosis and it was the scariest thing i've ever felt. My experience was similar to yours and i can't even imagine how it must've been hard for you. Good luck man, fight! 💜
I used to hear a 'radio station' in my head. Sometimes super quiet and other times so loud I couldn't hear what was being said around me. The better I got, the quieter the noises got. Stick with it. You're doing the right things.
I’ve been there before as well. The new med you were describing sounds like Alprazolam, it’s an anti anxiety med. I’ve been on them for years and they do work well but they will make you drowsy especially depending on the dosage. This is a med most doctors wouldn’t prescribe till the patient is at least 30 years old. If this is what you’re prescribed just don’t take more than what you’re supposed to! This medication if taken a lot for a long period of time and you stop you can have withdrawal symptoms and they’re not good but if you only take what your doctor says I’m sure you’ll be ok you’re most likely on a low dosage. And don’t worry about the antipsychotic meds after your experience it’s the best thing you can be on! Hang in there kid you’ll get past all this! Keep making these videos they are very therapeutic not only for you but anyone watching as well! 😊🙏🏻🎸😎
I'm age 21 and grew up in gymnastics for 14 years. My doctors were for my gymnastics accidents. I don't know what you are going through but you are on a journey of self-discovery. That you have a psychiatrist means your issues are physical--brain chemistry. I don't know if you are drinking a lot of water and getting physical exercise (building muscle should be great for mental well being too). I like that you are sharing as I think very many people struggle too. I appreciate you as a person working hard for being healthy. That encouraged me today. Thanks.
Honestly I’ve been struggling with mental health issues too for a while and it’s inspirational to see you reaching out and getting the help that you need. I’m working on building the courage to try to get a therapist. I hope you feel better and that the new medications work out for you! Proud of you and keep on pushing through life, you got this 😊
I'm a little worried about the voices, I hope this gets better for you. I'm glad ur getting the help you need. Remember there are people that love you and want this to be over. One day you will look back and this will all seem like another
I’m so sorry you have to go through that I bet it’s really rough I can’t imagine what it’s like btw your videos on mental health have helped me with my mental health
Great to see you again addressing your issues..Keep seeing the Psychiatrist and trying new meds if necessary.. that's very important... Love you brother😊😊😊😊
Your openness and courage (as well as many excellent traits that you have shown) is what will get you through this. I dislike speculating without all the relevant information but that you are getting treatment at your current age is the best way forward. If you need a gap year take it. The less anxiety you experience the better, but I sincerely hope that you'll be able to manage your symptoms soon.
Hope things get better for you. Sorry to hear that you’re having a hard time but we’re all here for you if you have problems we’re all here to listen and support you
You'll like Flagstaff. It's in a beautiful setting and the view of those wonderful mountains and forests will pick you up. The place has great vibrations!
@@Jwool.mp3 I've lived most of my life in Paris, but I went to summer music camps in Flagstaff when I was your age. I'd like to go back. -and to go back in time!
Stay strong my friend. It takes time for your body to absorb mood elevator meds. Might take three weeks before you notice anything. Then, one day, you will likely have an " ah-ha" experience. Out of the blue, you will realize you're not sad all the time. Good for you, Bro. I'm proud of you.
Very sorry to hear ! I used to take an anti-depressant, and it made me constantly tired but didn't help the depression. Good luck with all this - hang in there 💪
Ray Bradbury was once asked what advice he'd give to young aspiring writers. Bradbury said don't go to college. He said instead of college put your effort into writing just one short story a week. At the end of a year you'll have completed 52 short stories. He said that most of those stories would be pretty bad but a few of them would be quite good. I think that's good advice for you. Why not take a "gap year" just to write and to take care of yourself.
Just want you to know that we are all proud of you for getting help. It might not seem like much now but its just a matter of time. We're rooting for you, you got this!
I'm glad your medicine was changed, I was hoping it would help you. It might take a little time to "kick in" - I'm sure the doctor told you that. Most of the things you said you don't like "ON" you I can relate to - the least "ON" me, the better !!!
Sending you Love and Strength James 😊❤🎉, Ive dealt with alot of the symptoms you talked about, and I still get extreme Sadness(depression)😢,I self-medicated for yrs(Alcohol,herbs, and Phychedelics). Im gonna go see a Therpists soon so i can get help, your a Great Guy and talking Mental Health helps Alot of people, you are Loved By Many 😊❤🎉
Curious if the psychedelics helped you at all? I tripped a few years ago and that once (after several years doing none) DID give me a boost for a couple of months.
@johnryan3913 Exstacy and Mushrooms helped recently had a bad trip(30 hrs on lsd) so I took a step away after going through that rabbit hole but I'm gonna go see a therapists once I can figure out my health insurance 😊❤🎉
@@brendanlevy6359 Yeah his raw honesty really is helpful because he doesn't make promises like if you work out (or take vitamins, whatever) you'll be all set. It's real. Good luck getting a therapist 😉
Sorry about the voices. Sounds terrifying! I hope you have a plan for psychiatric care after you get to college. 28 days isn’t very long to adjust meds. Glad you feel trustful of your doctor and I hope you’re getting the best care possible. You’re going to be so busy at school, but i hope you keep your vlog going. Seems a lot of us here are rooting for you and want you to be happy.
It's so wonderful that you're being open and honest about these issues, I have to commend you for that. I have some background with similar issues and treatment. I'd encourage you to not give up on treatment, it's a matter of finding the right meds and an appropriate dose that lessens the side effects. Occasional frustration is understandable. Talking and support are important as well, learning how to navigate difficult times and putting that into perspective on better days. In all the excitement of the upcoming days, remember to take care of yourself, center your mental health while pushing out of your comfort zone now and then (gently), and ask for help if you need it, don't hesitate. I hope college is amazing for you!
James, I have to assess what I can and can't say legally here. I'll just say I have experience with a person who needed to take an anti-psychotic. There was voices, scenarios of people shooting at the person, none of it real. It can be a little scary being the person on the reality side. The meds help but they're not 100%. I learned to calmly sit and talk to the person, verify who is actually present and who is not, walk around the place with the person observing no break in, no bullet holes, etc. Slowly calmly taking the time to let rational thinking return. It works, not replacing the meds but enhancing their ability to help focus on reality. Of course I can't help you in this, I'm thousands of miles away. But I'm praying as you arrive at college you seek out and find at least one if not more people willing to fill that role, kind, caring but most of all calm, patient and rational. You need to be encouraged to work to define at every turn what is real and what is not. What is possible and what is not. You are way better off than the person I spoke of, which is encouraging because the challenge is not as great for you. You're going to be ok man, but it's going to take some work. Thanks for the video, take care to encourage yourself that you have, and are building greater, the character to overcome this.
Hello, Jwool. Thanks for the update, here is hoping the medications improve things. I empathize so much with you struggles. I waa care giver to my grandmother : she was a paranoid and had a nervous breakdown .... l new her over many years and eventually we became very close through my not taking her super seriously. I would make spontaneous jokes and she adored that because her own viewpoint was so so serious. Case in point. She kept complaing her tv picture was disappearing. Hundreds of dollars in repair bills. Then l discovered the problem : when she cleaned the set, she would turn the brightness knob to black. Had her use the feather duster after that. Be strong. You are doing good. Try to find something that makes you laugh or anchors you to reality no matter what is transpiring. Your viewers love you too
Keep up the good, but hard work. Good for you for getting the help you need and deserve. You are an advocator for yourself. Get the support systems you need. This may at times me overwhelming. Antipsychotics are needed sometimes. I don't think I am wrong in saying that we all want you to succeed on this channel with your mental health and in life in general.
Jwool I would probably be scared to death If I heard that in my head😢😢❤❤ btw hope you get better soon with those medications (well if there helping you)🦋 🦋🤙
Wishing you well and the best in sorting out the medication. I understand better now why they have you on medications. You are courageous to share your experiences with us. 🙏👍
Sounds like alprazolam, often called Xanax. It should relieve anxiety but does eventually make you feel tired. Hopefully you'll be on a low dose. Keep us up to date.
It sounds like Aripiprazole, aka Abilify which is an antipsychotic and more in line with what a doctor would prescribe a 17 year old and newer patient experiencing these kinds of symptoms. Most clincians do not prescribe benzodiazepines (the class of drug xanax is in) unless they have exhausted all other options. Benzos are highly addictive and can form physical dependence very quickly if taken for an extended period of time.
I think you're doing great dude. Keep talking to your psychiatrist about the meds and how you're feeling. They will help you. It may happen on a scale...sadly there's no 100% fix. It will forever be a duration based roller coaster. Sometimes you'll be great and sometimes you will be doing shitty. But the truth is, we all experience this.
Hey.. i hope the new medications combo works better.. At the end of the video i could see your real excitement for college and that made me happy.. keep it up.. Voices can be scary af.. i have them too (Schizoaffective disorder bipolar type) but antipsychotics REALLY help to manage them..maybe they dissappear maybe they are there but controllable..anyway sending much love to you, see you tomorrow
Positive things can come from this strong support group you have here! People don't fake depression or other mental disorders, they fake being okay. Remember to be kind because you never know what someone else is going through. 💙
I hope this new med combo helps. I know it must suck but eventually they will find the right meds and dosages to help you on this journey. Keep plugging along and remember there are a lot of people who car about you.
It's all progress James. The right combination of medications is out there and your doctor will help you find it. This journey of what works and what doesn't is one I've been through personally. Keep at it, it's worth the outcome. I'm living proof of the effectiveness of therapy and psychiatry and that life can not only vastly improve, but be hugely successful and joyous. I'm thinking of you and rooting for you.
I'll also add there are people in the comments attempting to give advice about medication. Please ignore this. You are in the hands of trained professionals and the personal experience someone may have had with a medication in no way informs what yours will be. Everyone reacts and responds differently to psychopharmacological modalities. You might thrive on a drug, you might not, but it's up to just you and your doctor to make that determination. To those commenters: A lot of misinformation, innuendo, and bias in these comments. It's very dangerous to give anyone medical guidance or advice, even as a medical professional, without working with them directly and regularly. Please stop.
Antipsychotics are truly horrible things; they have a chance to hurt you mentally in ways you won't want to live to see. Tread carefully, do your research, and think for yourself. Good luck man, we are rooting for you.
I have had these voices before I actually wrote a poem about it The clock is ticking Every single second hurting Allowing my mind to call the shots Ten thousand thoughts I keep saying no But the voices in my head Keep saying yes Every move every action Controls my fate My head lets me know Loud and clear I can’t escape This madness In my mind Turns into minutes Of my life A prison in my mind I am serving all this time To these bickering lies I am stuck Stuck with no luck No luck to getting out I am enslaved Until I die
I also had a medicine change after being on lexapro for years I switched to buspirone. The side effects for me were absolutely horrifying. Non stop panic attacks that lasted days, severe cases of derealization and delusions. I’ve been detoxing for a week and today’s the first day I feel normal again. This made me realize you can’t trust psychiatrists completely because they won’t ever fully understand what’s going on in your brain so be careful when it comes to medication even though it’s meant to help you it still is a drug
It takes some courage to share this and I commend you. It can be difficult to find the right medication and the right dosage for the best effects; and they often take effect slowly. These drugs are very powerful and the right ones will help you a lot but they often do carry some significant side effects. Alprazolam I think is your new drug and it's very good, but like every drug it works better for some than others and you do have to deal with side effects. FWIW I'm an old man and I've been taking antidepressants and anti-anxiety meds for about five years. They help a lot; you do get used to them (the antidepressant did give me some very minor and not-scary hallucinations for the first six months...that has gone entirely). Keep seeing your psychiatrist and I assume they have you seeing a therapist too. Drugs are new to my life relatively but many times in the past I've gone to see a therapist because they can help you unravel what is happening and help you get clarity about what is going on and what decisions to make. Good luck. Don't feel obliged to share but if it helps you, don't feel like you can't.
I am sorry youhave been having a rough time recently. I hope everything goes well for you and gets better and you feel more yourself. Your an amazing person inside and out J!! Sending you all the love,healing and strength you need. I hope you also, have a great week/summer!!!🩵💙
Thanks for sharing. I hope that you know sharing your journey helps others. While that shouldn’t make you feel obligated to post, if it also helps you process things then that’s a win.
I am so sorry you feel this way. I am bipolar and have been feeling like I'm in a cafeteria and cant here one person but all of them. You will find something that works. Everyone has different reactions and you will get on somethiing that will do you good.
Are you going to continue to visit your psychiatrist while you're in college keep up the good work and me and my kids love your videos you're a big inspiration to my kids thank you
@@Jwool.mp3 Yeah, I had crazy hair when I was your age, then my dad said, "I'm only gonna take one girl skiing," which meant I had to get all my hair chopped off if I was going to Steamboat Springs.
It sometimes takes some experimenting until you find a medication that you can live with comfortably. If the tiredness continues, you might look into adding Maca to your daily stack (if there's no contraindication). I'm on an SSRI that has tiredness as a side effect, and the Maca helps.
hey man, I just wanna say you’re doing amazing 🙃💪🏼 sending u lots of love 🫶🏼 also I could be completely wrong- the discomfort from the face mask or clothes could be a neurodivergent thing? I think I read that somewhere, but I could be completely wrong. Either way I’m sorry the voices happened to you, that must’ve been terrifying.
It is probably too late for this, but it may be a good idea to not look at the side effects for the drugs you are taking. Let your parents see them and report to them any problems you are having, but sometimes knowing what the side effects could be allows the brain to conjure up those side effects that may not have happened if we didn't know about them. Also, try to avoid any things that you know will trigger a negative response from your body/mind. If you knew that you had negative reactions to having any part of your body constricted, you should have never tried the face mask in the first place. Knowing what to avoid can help to limit the negative reactions you are having. I hope these new meds will help you without causing any harm from negative side effects. I am glad that you are reporting to us on all the days leading up to your college experience.
Your word behavior reminds of the lycrics by David Bryne, "There's a party in my mind. And I think it never stops. There's a party in here all the time. It is my party till it drops..." and I think in my study with information theory of one thing in this. The experiment is that you get a little kid's toy low cost Ukelehle maybe at Walmart and adjust it so that it has only one string. Mine is the second lowest frequency string as the one left. It is played in the style of a "Sitar, " a Hindu tradition stringed instrument for meditative musical practice. This is not because the goal is to be a concert Beethoven chamber music star of the stage, but it is just one thing. It is music therapy on a personal level easily readily available and simple. Mostly it is an approach that uses the stringed instrument in a rhythm of the strike of the tones, with a patting of the echo box also, for nuance to the beats. It is easily and readily very personal as an instrument not requiring much tuning or instruction to begin to practice with it. It is just one single behavior therapy practice idea you might try out. Use it for about 20 minutes every day at the beginning of the day and then at the end of the day and see what it may provide. Reference to neuro-behavior background signal that seems auditory suggests this is the major channel of tension release, so this may be a behavior therapy mode that can help you. There are basically four channels to social science modes for mental health, and psychiatry is one, then cognitive therapy psychology, and behavioral therapy is one and then peer or group counseling is the 4th main modality. Remember as the "consumer" you have the right to ask for a new doctor at any time when that hypothesis might be a functional option also. Our journey in all humankind in the practice of our consciousness is a complex and varied experience of many factors, our minds are not a simple reality. And yet, it is our minds that truly bring us closer to the true nature of quantum gravity physics, which in deed is reality. Isn't that fascinating? Kind regards.
Getting the medicines right and in the correct dosages for depression often means working with your psychiatrist for a while to pick the one that is effective with the least side effects. The good news is that you will find something that works, and the side effects may ease up over time. So don't be discouraged if you have to try a few different kinds and know that it's all helping you to get closer to feeling better.
James I am so utterly sorry you had to go through that. You are so so strong man! I couldn’t quite tell when you were describing it but were you having auditory hallucinations? It’s quite hard to differentiate the two but was it an internal voice inside your head or did it feel like there was an actual woman present near you in the room crying? I had bad sleep paralysis a few times recently and it was my first time having auditory hallucinations -of someone cackling. It was petrifying so my heart goes out to you. Hang in there and don’t lose hope with the medications it sounds like a pain in the arse but I know it will all work out for you in the end 🫶💪
Sounds like youre on Xanax, a benzodiazapine. Ive bee on Clonazapam for years. It usually has a quick effect. This helped me with the anxiety/panic attacks I had for years. I hope this helps. Be careful not to abuse it even if you "like" it. I really hope this combo helps. If not they might try a different antipsychotic.
Glad to hear the follow-up good news. Not sure if your psychiatrist explained to you getting you on yhe right meds and dosage is a journey, and that's completely normal it can take sometimes 6 months or longer to get everything adjusted so you can be your best self. Remember you may or may not need to be on medication forever. I'm so glad your doing a little better. It's all babysteps.
Hey jwool came through your channel today and i would really want you to practice islam idk but i believe you will get through this . obviously Its not easy for you but trust me you'll be fine .i have this gut feeling.i am not asking you to accept this religion but the peace and calmness of mind is at peak i can guarntee you that just read the translated authorised quran and pray just try for one or two weeks I hope you get through this💗
i can relate at around 3:10. sometimes when im going to sleep my eyes feel very heavy but i cant keep them closed. i also sometimes have periods where i cant be comfortable no matter what i do. i am not on any medication though
Oh, MAN! I'm so sorry for you! Never experienced it - voices in my head. You should thank "God" it's 2024! Make sure you're in tune with your mind and body and seek professional help WHENEVER you find yourself in such situations. Also, make sure your girlfriend / parents know about it, so they can help you the best way possible. Last thing, I like your vids, man, but I'd be weary about sharing so much info, putting it all out there. I'm concerned about your futute. Sorry, had to put it out there for you to re-consider in the futute, man. I'll be sure to keep on following you on here. Hope I can give you some good advice, man! :( :( :(
Far be it from me to second guess your doctor...but I am on a "Mood Stabilizer." I didn't think it would make a difference until I screwed up and didn't take it for a week. I slipped into a condition like you. When I started it again I felt better the same day. I also take an antidepressant which I thought was making the difference...but it was the "Mood Stabilizer." I'm not sure I even know what that is, but it works. No side effects.
You may not realize how lovable you are. Every person who views your posts wants to help. I hated high school and loved college and think you will also love college. You will meet nice intelligent young people and make wonderful friendships that will last forever. one of my roommates was on anti-psychotic drugs that caused involuntary muscle movements called "ticks". She quit that and does much better with some vapes or inhalers from a marijuana dispensary. You need to love yourself and know others love you!!! Very Best Wishes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Bob
Besides working with psychiatrists and medicine, are you doing any therapy and self-work to heal and disinternalize trauma from your past? I would not have made progress on healing my childhood trauma and CSA without help from a therapist.
Im so sorry. I would 100 % cry if I heard someone crying in my head.
Yeah it was rough but I’m okay bow
@@Jwool.mp3 great to hear bro
Good luck in college. That's a huge step & I believe in you. Thank you for sharing everything with us
Thank you so much! I can’t wait to share my college experiences too
@Jwool.mp3 what kind of classes are you taking in college when it starts
You look so good today, Jimmy! Stay healthy and handsome.
Thank you Steve!!
Btw ur the only person that’s allowed to call me Jimmy
@@Jwool.mp3 stay handsome jimmy
Why can’t we call you jimmy 😭😭
Jwool my wife is very mentally ill. For six years her mental illness deteriorated until may this year when she collapsed one morning in the bathroom. I didn't panic. Before this she was very happily talking to someone. She asked to go to the hospital. Then after normal hospital she was sectioned and put in a psychiatric hospital. She was diagnosed with psychotic dillusions. She spent only 9 weeks in hospital. On 3rd of July she came home and is on a medication called Resperidone which does the same as yours. It is an antipsychotic, changes mood and increases hunger. So you will never be alone. Hopefully you're medication will bring results and will put you in a better place. Hang in there ❤
I’m so sorry that your wife had to go through such a thing. I’m grateful that I’ve never had to go to a mental hospital, and I hope the is medication really helps
Always wish the best for your health.
I can't even remember the last time I saw a Two-Tailed Swallowtail Butterfly. One of Mother Nature's greatest gifts.🦋🐧🍏🍎💙
Agreed, they are so beautiful
You are strong and you are brave. Aside from helping yourself you are helping others. I suffered in the seventies when I was your current age. When I finally decided to seek help i was in my thirties. I called my only sibling thinking I was sharing good news. I can clearly remember his response..."you don't need to say anything about the family!" This raised so many curiosities for me. I realized the response was the best reason to seek help. Without saying there were problems the sib said there were problems. You keep searching. Do you have a therapy animal? Do you think one may be helpful moving away for the first time? Blessings to you.
I have schizophrenia and depression so I get what it like to have an episode, the voices just get so loud
I wish you lot of strength and perseverance, J! I struggle with similar problems as you, so I keep my fingers crossed for you. Be brave! Greetings from Poland :)
Thank you!! Sending love back from the states :)
Yeah greetings from Poland
So glad you got your meds adjusted! Shows the importance of always communicating with the doc if something doesn’t feel right. Good luck!
I'm proud of you for attacking this head on. I'm also grateful you have a girl who is willing to stand by you through this. A lot of people would shy away or just end the relationship because they are afraid of what they don't understand. Keep it up, brother. Watching your videos and the struggles you're facing as well as another guy on YT helps me gain strength to keep fighting.
I'm sorry you're going through this.
I know about the mental emotional challenges. Sending you a virtual hug.
There are over 12,000 people here--a small city's worth-- who find you to be an open, kind, likeable, and intelligent person Those are incredibly powerful attributes in a human being. They tell me that you will overcome these issues as you continue to grow, especially given your willingness to accept help. And thank you for your willingness to share your experiences. I'm sure they will help many others in a positive way.
I had psychosis and it was the scariest thing i've ever felt. My experience was similar to yours and i can't even imagine how it must've been hard for you. Good luck man, fight! 💜
I used to hear a 'radio station' in my head. Sometimes super quiet and other times so loud I couldn't hear what was being said around me. The better I got, the quieter the noises got. Stick with it. You're doing the right things.
Average is a myth, you are normal my dude. Hope you feel better.
I’ve been there before as well. The new med you were describing sounds like Alprazolam, it’s an anti anxiety med. I’ve been on them for years and they do work well but they will make you drowsy especially depending on the dosage. This is a med most doctors wouldn’t prescribe till the patient is at least 30 years old. If this is what you’re prescribed just don’t take more than what you’re supposed to! This medication if taken a lot for a long period of time and you stop you can have withdrawal symptoms and they’re not good but if you only take what your doctor says I’m sure you’ll be ok you’re most likely on a low dosage. And don’t worry about the antipsychotic meds after your experience it’s the best thing you can be on! Hang in there kid you’ll get past all this! Keep making these videos they are very therapeutic not only for you but anyone watching as well! 😊🙏🏻🎸😎
I'm age 21 and grew up in gymnastics for 14 years. My doctors were for my gymnastics accidents. I don't know what you are going through but you are on a journey of self-discovery. That you have a psychiatrist means your issues are physical--brain chemistry. I don't know if you are drinking a lot of water and getting physical exercise (building muscle should be great for mental well being too). I like that you are sharing as I think very many people struggle too. I appreciate you as a person working hard for being healthy. That encouraged me today. Thanks.
Wishing you all the best. ❤ ✌️
Honestly I’ve been struggling with mental health issues too for a while and it’s inspirational to see you reaching out and getting the help that you need. I’m working on building the courage to try to get a therapist. I hope you feel better and that the new medications work out for you! Proud of you and keep on pushing through life, you got this 😊
Poor Jwool, you're having a tough time. Hope the new meds are better.
I hope that your doctors know what they are doing. You have my very best wishes.
I hope so too, I trust them
I hope that Xanax (Alprazolam) is helping you, it works wonders for me.
I'm praying for you that the new medication helps you in ways that you need, James! Know that you are supported and loved. 🥰
I am so proud of you sharing so much everyday! I can relate so much to you! Thanks for battling your demons and posting a video!
I'm a little worried about the voices, I hope this gets better for you. I'm glad ur getting the help you need. Remember there are people that love you and want this to be over. One day you will look back and this will all seem like another
I’m so sorry you have to go through that I bet it’s really rough I can’t imagine what it’s like btw your videos on mental health have helped me with my mental health
Great to see you again addressing your issues..Keep seeing the Psychiatrist and trying new meds if necessary.. that's very important... Love you brother😊😊😊😊
Your openness and courage (as well as many excellent traits that you have shown) is what will get you through this. I dislike speculating without all the relevant information but that you are getting treatment at your current age is the best way forward. If you need a gap year take it. The less anxiety you experience the better, but I sincerely hope that you'll be able to manage your symptoms soon.
Hope things get better for you. Sorry to hear that you’re having a hard time but we’re all here for you if you have problems we’re all here to listen and support you
Ay thank you Elijah I appreciate it 🙏
You’re welcome
I hope you new medication works well for you. Hang in there and don’t get discouraged. You really are such a great person. 💯💯
You'll like Flagstaff. It's in a beautiful setting and the view of those wonderful mountains and forests will pick you up. The place has great vibrations!
I think so too!! I’m real excited for it
@@Jwool.mp3 I've lived most of my life in Paris, but I went to summer music camps in Flagstaff when I was your age. I'd like to go back. -and to go back in time!
Stay strong my friend. It takes time for your body to absorb mood elevator meds. Might take three weeks before you notice anything. Then, one day, you will likely have an " ah-ha" experience. Out of the blue, you will realize you're not sad all the time.
Good for you, Bro. I'm proud of you.
Very sorry to hear ! I used to take an anti-depressant, and it made me constantly tired but didn't help the depression. Good luck with all this - hang in there 💪
I'm so proud of you man! Keep it up it's gonna be okay 🩵
Sending you strength man!
You are on a roll with your ideas in very awesome way! I hope you can pass that as soon as possible.
Ray Bradbury was once asked what advice he'd give to young aspiring writers. Bradbury said don't go to college. He said instead of college put your effort into writing just one short story a week. At the end of a year you'll have completed 52 short stories. He said that most of those stories would be pretty bad but a few of them would be quite good. I think that's good advice for you. Why not take a "gap year" just to write and to take care of yourself.
For your kindness and bravery, you will be rewarded. 🐧🍎🍏💙
We are here for you!
Thank you!!
So sorry you are going through that, I hope your new Medication works out for you ❤
Just want you to know that we are all proud of you for getting help. It might not seem like much now but its just a matter of time. We're rooting for you, you got this!
You are a beautiful human being, James. I hope your new meds help you feel better.
I'm glad your medicine was changed, I was hoping it would help you. It might take a little time to "kick in" - I'm sure the doctor told you that. Most of the things you said you don't like "ON" you I can relate to - the least "ON" me, the better !!!
Sending you Love and Strength James 😊❤🎉, Ive dealt with alot of the symptoms you talked about, and I still get extreme Sadness(depression)😢,I self-medicated for yrs(Alcohol,herbs, and Phychedelics). Im gonna go see a Therpists soon so i can get help, your a Great Guy and talking Mental Health helps Alot of people, you are Loved By Many 😊❤🎉
Curious if the psychedelics helped you at all? I tripped a few years ago and that once (after several years doing none) DID give me a boost for a couple of months.
@johnryan3913 Exstacy and Mushrooms helped recently had a bad trip(30 hrs on lsd) so I took a step away after going through that rabbit hole but I'm gonna go see a therapists once I can figure out my health insurance 😊❤🎉
@@brendanlevy6359 That IS pretty intense (30 hrs). All the best with your search for a therapist 😉
Coincidentally during that bad trip I accidently discovered Jwool witch his videos helped pull me outve it 😊❤🎉
@@brendanlevy6359 Yeah his raw honesty really is helpful because he doesn't make promises like if you work out (or take vitamins, whatever) you'll be all set. It's real.
Good luck getting a therapist 😉
my prayers are with you.
Sorry about the voices. Sounds terrifying! I hope you have a plan for psychiatric care after you get to college. 28 days isn’t very long to adjust meds. Glad you feel trustful of your doctor and I hope you’re getting the best care possible. You’re going to be so busy at school, but i hope you keep your vlog going. Seems a lot of us here are rooting for you and want you to be happy.
Sending Strength and Peace to your Soul.
It's so wonderful that you're being open and honest about these issues, I have to commend you for that. I have some background with similar issues and treatment. I'd encourage you to not give up on treatment, it's a matter of finding the right meds and an appropriate dose that lessens the side effects. Occasional frustration is understandable. Talking and support are important as well, learning how to navigate difficult times and putting that into perspective on better days. In all the excitement of the upcoming days, remember to take care of yourself, center your mental health while pushing out of your comfort zone now and then (gently), and ask for help if you need it, don't hesitate. I hope college is amazing for you!
James, I have to assess what I can and can't say legally here. I'll just say I have experience with a person who needed to take an anti-psychotic. There was voices, scenarios of people shooting at the person, none of it real. It can be a little scary being the person on the reality side. The meds help but they're not 100%. I learned to calmly sit and talk to the person, verify who is actually present and who is not, walk around the place with the person observing no break in, no bullet holes, etc. Slowly calmly taking the time to let rational thinking return. It works, not replacing the meds but enhancing their ability to help focus on reality. Of course I can't help you in this, I'm thousands of miles away. But I'm praying as you arrive at college you seek out and find at least one if not more people willing to fill that role, kind, caring but most of all calm, patient and rational. You need to be encouraged to work to define at every turn what is real and what is not. What is possible and what is not. You are way better off than the person I spoke of, which is encouraging because the challenge is not as great for you. You're going to be ok man, but it's going to take some work. Thanks for the video, take care to encourage yourself that you have, and are building greater, the character to overcome this.
Good luck for college man can I hope the best for you, you have the love and support a lot of all of us you are not alone ❤️❤️
Thank you man I appreciate ut
Sendin u love from South Florida 💯
Hope your okay💞
Hello, Jwool. Thanks for the update, here is hoping the medications improve things. I empathize so much with you struggles. I waa care giver to my grandmother : she was a paranoid and had a nervous breakdown .... l new her over many years and eventually we became very close through my not taking her super seriously. I would make spontaneous jokes and she adored that because her own viewpoint was so so serious. Case in point. She kept complaing her tv picture was disappearing. Hundreds of dollars in repair bills. Then l discovered the problem : when she cleaned the set, she would turn the brightness knob to black. Had her use the feather duster after that. Be strong. You are doing good. Try to find something that makes you laugh or anchors you to reality no matter what is transpiring. Your viewers love you too
Keep up the good, but hard work. Good for you for getting the help you need and deserve. You are an advocator for yourself. Get the support systems you need. This may at times me overwhelming. Antipsychotics are needed sometimes. I don't think I am wrong in saying that we all want you to succeed on this channel with your mental health and in life in general.
Sorry to hear about your struggles.
Jwool I would probably be scared to death If I heard that in my head😢😢❤❤ btw hope you get better soon with those medications (well if there helping you)🦋 🦋🤙
Wishing you well and the best in sorting out the medication. I understand better now why they have you on medications. You are courageous to share your experiences with us. 🙏👍
Sounds like alprazolam, often called Xanax. It should relieve anxiety but does eventually make you feel tired. Hopefully you'll be on a low dose. Keep us up to date.
Alprazolam can be addictive so be careful.
@@whydrick Yes but he will talk to his doctor and use it as directed --
It sounds like Aripiprazole, aka Abilify which is an antipsychotic and more in line with what a doctor would prescribe a 17 year old and newer patient experiencing these kinds of symptoms. Most clincians do not prescribe benzodiazepines (the class of drug xanax is in) unless they have exhausted all other options. Benzos are highly addictive and can form physical dependence very quickly if taken for an extended period of time.
hope this new meds helps brother. always sending positive thoughts your way, and I'm always here for you if you need anything
I think you're doing great dude. Keep talking to your psychiatrist about the meds and how you're feeling. They will help you. It may happen on a scale...sadly there's no 100% fix. It will forever be a duration based roller coaster. Sometimes you'll be great and sometimes you will be doing shitty. But the truth is, we all experience this.
Hey.. i hope the new medications combo works better.. At the end of the video i could see your real excitement for college and that made me happy.. keep it up.. Voices can be scary af.. i have them too (Schizoaffective disorder bipolar type) but antipsychotics REALLY help to manage them..maybe they dissappear maybe they are there but controllable..anyway sending much love to you, see you tomorrow
Positive things can come from this strong support group you have here! People don't fake depression or other mental disorders, they fake being okay. Remember to be kind because you never know what someone else is going through. 💙
I hope this new med combo helps. I know it must suck but eventually they will find the right meds and dosages to help you on this journey. Keep plugging along and remember there are a lot of people who car about you.
It's all progress James.
The right combination of medications is out there and your doctor will help you find it. This journey of what works and what doesn't is one I've been through personally. Keep at it, it's worth the outcome. I'm living proof of the effectiveness of therapy and psychiatry and that life can not only vastly improve, but be hugely successful and joyous.
I'm thinking of you and rooting for you.
I'll also add there are people in the comments attempting to give advice about medication. Please ignore this. You are in the hands of trained professionals and the personal experience someone may have had with a medication in no way informs what yours will be. Everyone reacts and responds differently to psychopharmacological modalities. You might thrive on a drug, you might not, but it's up to just you and your doctor to make that determination.
To those commenters: A lot of misinformation, innuendo, and bias in these comments. It's very dangerous to give anyone medical guidance or advice, even as a medical professional, without working with them directly and regularly. Please stop.
If I ever meet you in person is it ok if I give you a hug?
Just want to hold you in my arms and tell you you are loved... I think I speak for all 12.4 k subscribers... cheers...
Antipsychotics are truly horrible things; they have a chance to hurt you mentally in ways you won't want to live to see. Tread carefully, do your research, and think for yourself. Good luck man, we are rooting for you.
Will do! I trust the psychiatrist and I hope this will help me
@@Jwool.mp3 Have you ever heard of the Therapeutic Index? 🐧🍎🍏💙
I wish I could come off them but it’s even scarier without them.
@@Ethan-ee8rv On a scale from 1 to 10...How much does your medication help you? 🐧🍎🍏💙
Anti-psychotics are a god send if you need them.
I’m so sorry that happened tysm for sharing I love watching ur vids and it rlly rlly helps me so tysm ❤
I have had these voices before I actually wrote a poem about it
The clock is ticking
Every single second hurting
Allowing my mind to call the shots
Ten thousand thoughts
I keep saying no
But the voices in my head
Keep saying yes
Every move every action
Controls my fate
My head lets me know
Loud and clear
I can’t escape
This madness
In my mind
Turns into minutes
Of my life
A prison in my mind
I am serving all this time
To these bickering lies
I am stuck
Stuck with no luck
No luck to getting out
I am enslaved
Until I die
I also had a medicine change after being on lexapro for years I switched to buspirone. The side effects for me were absolutely horrifying. Non stop panic attacks that lasted days, severe cases of derealization and delusions. I’ve been detoxing for a week and today’s the first day I feel normal again. This made me realize you can’t trust psychiatrists completely because they won’t ever fully understand what’s going on in your brain so be careful when it comes to medication even though it’s meant to help you it still is a drug
It takes some courage to share this and I commend you. It can be difficult to find the right medication and the right dosage for the best effects; and they often take effect slowly. These drugs are very powerful and the right ones will help you a lot but they often do carry some significant side effects. Alprazolam I think is your new drug and it's very good, but like every drug it works better for some than others and you do have to deal with side effects. FWIW I'm an old man and I've been taking antidepressants and anti-anxiety meds for about five years. They help a lot; you do get used to them (the antidepressant did give me some very minor and not-scary hallucinations for the first six months...that has gone entirely). Keep seeing your psychiatrist and I assume they have you seeing a therapist too. Drugs are new to my life relatively but many times in the past I've gone to see a therapist because they can help you unravel what is happening and help you get clarity about what is going on and what decisions to make. Good luck. Don't feel obliged to share but if it helps you, don't feel like you can't.
Hes so attractive DAM
Yeah if you think sid from ice age is hot lmaooo
@@coreywold669 so you’re saying you are hotter! Dam upload some vids :)
@@kpcofvs911 so you like boys that haven’t had their balls drop yet got it lol
@@coreywold669lmaooo I love when people call me this
@@coreywold669 lets see your grill..😂..Bet it could stop a clock..😂
I am sorry youhave been having a rough time recently. I hope everything goes well for you and gets better and you feel more yourself. Your an amazing person inside and out J!! Sending you all the love,healing and strength you need. I hope you also, have a great week/summer!!!🩵💙
Thanks for sharing. I hope that you know sharing your journey helps others. While that shouldn’t make you feel obligated to post, if it also helps you process things then that’s a win.
I am so sorry you feel this way. I am bipolar and have been feeling like I'm in a cafeteria and cant here one person but all of them. You will find something that works. Everyone has different reactions and you will get on somethiing that will do you good.
I think you were switch to aripiprazole, it’s a good antipsychotic, usually it takes a week to kick in so stay strong
Are you going to continue to visit your psychiatrist while you're in college keep up the good work and me and my kids love your videos you're a big inspiration to my kids thank you
Dude... the hair... it's crazy.
Hahah yeah, I’m gonna grow it out for a bit
@@Jwool.mp3 Yeah, I had crazy hair when I was your age, then my dad said, "I'm only gonna take one girl skiing," which meant I had to get all my hair chopped off if I was going to Steamboat Springs.
It sometimes takes some experimenting until you find a medication that you can live with comfortably. If the tiredness continues, you might look into adding Maca to your daily stack (if there's no contraindication). I'm on an SSRI that has tiredness as a side effect, and the Maca helps.
I pray that you find comfort in you journey.
hey man, I just wanna say you’re doing amazing 🙃💪🏼 sending u lots of love 🫶🏼
also I could be completely wrong- the discomfort from the face mask or clothes could be a neurodivergent thing? I think I read that somewhere, but I could be completely wrong. Either way I’m sorry the voices happened to you, that must’ve been terrifying.
It is probably too late for this, but it may be a good idea to not look at the side effects for the drugs you are taking. Let your parents see them and report to them any problems you are having, but sometimes knowing what the side effects could be allows the brain to conjure up those side effects that may not have happened if we didn't know about them. Also, try to avoid any things that you know will trigger a negative response from your body/mind. If you knew that you had negative reactions to having any part of your body constricted, you should have never tried the face mask in the first place. Knowing what to avoid can help to limit the negative reactions you are having. I hope these new meds will help you without causing any harm from negative side effects. I am glad that you are reporting to us on all the days leading up to your college experience.
Your word behavior reminds of the lycrics by David Bryne, "There's a party in my mind. And I think it never stops. There's a party in here all the time. It is my party till it drops..." and I think in my study with information theory of one thing in this. The experiment is that you get a little kid's toy low cost Ukelehle maybe at Walmart and adjust it so that it has only one string. Mine is the second lowest frequency string as the one left. It is played in the style of a "Sitar, " a Hindu tradition stringed instrument for meditative musical practice. This is not because the goal is to be a concert Beethoven chamber music star of the stage, but it is just one thing. It is music therapy on a personal level easily readily available and simple. Mostly it is an approach that uses the stringed instrument in a rhythm of the strike of the tones, with a patting of the echo box also, for nuance to the beats. It is easily and readily very personal as an instrument not requiring much tuning or instruction to begin to practice with it. It is just one single behavior therapy practice idea you might try out. Use it for about 20 minutes every day at the beginning of the day and then at the end of the day and see what it may provide. Reference to neuro-behavior background signal that seems auditory suggests this is the major channel of tension release, so this may be a behavior therapy mode that can help you. There are basically four channels to social science modes for mental health, and psychiatry is one, then cognitive therapy psychology, and behavioral therapy is one and then peer or group counseling is the 4th main modality. Remember as the "consumer" you have the right to ask for a new doctor at any time when that hypothesis might be a functional option also. Our journey in all humankind in the practice of our consciousness is a complex and varied experience of many factors, our minds are not a simple reality. And yet, it is our minds that truly bring us closer to the true nature of quantum gravity physics, which in deed is reality. Isn't that fascinating? Kind regards.
Getting the medicines right and in the correct dosages for depression often means working with your psychiatrist for a while to pick the one that is effective with the least side effects. The good news is that you will find something that works, and the side effects may ease up over time. So don't be discouraged if you have to try a few different kinds and know that it's all helping you to get closer to feeling better.
The voices sound so terrifying
Thanks for always giving updates & always hope you are doing well Jwool bro 💓💯
James I am so utterly sorry you had to go through that. You are so so strong man! I couldn’t quite tell when you were describing it but were you having auditory hallucinations? It’s quite hard to differentiate the two but was it an internal voice inside your head or did it feel like there was an actual woman present near you in the room crying? I had bad sleep paralysis a few times recently and it was my first time having auditory hallucinations -of someone cackling. It was petrifying so my heart goes out to you. Hang in there and don’t lose hope with the medications it sounds like a pain in the arse but I know it will all work out for you in the end 🫶💪
Sounds like youre on Xanax, a benzodiazapine. Ive bee on Clonazapam for years. It usually has a quick effect. This helped me with the anxiety/panic attacks I had for years. I hope this helps. Be careful not to abuse it even if you "like" it. I really hope this combo helps. If not they might try a different antipsychotic.
Glad to hear the follow-up good news. Not sure if your psychiatrist explained to you getting you on yhe right meds and dosage is a journey, and that's completely normal it can take sometimes 6 months or longer to get everything adjusted so you can be your best self. Remember you may or may not need to be on medication forever. I'm so glad your doing a little better. It's all babysteps.
Love the honesty. Hang in there!!!
Nobody's driving with this dude into the car here. Namastè.
Hey jwool came through your channel today and i would really want you to practice islam idk but i believe you will get through this . obviously Its not easy for you but trust me you'll be fine .i have this gut feeling.i am not asking you to accept this religion but the peace and calmness of mind is at peak i can guarntee you that just read the translated authorised quran and pray just try for one or two weeks
I hope you get through this💗
i can relate at around 3:10. sometimes when im going to sleep my eyes feel very heavy but i cant keep them closed. i also sometimes have periods where i cant be comfortable no matter what i do. i am not on any medication though
Im very sorry that happened to you, that must be a really bad experience
Oh, MAN! I'm so sorry for you!
Never experienced it - voices in my head. You should thank "God" it's 2024! Make sure you're in tune with your mind and body and seek professional help WHENEVER you find yourself in such situations.
Also, make sure your girlfriend / parents know about it, so they can help you the best way possible.
Last thing, I like your vids, man, but I'd be weary about sharing so much info, putting it all out there. I'm concerned about your futute. Sorry, had to put it out there for you to re-consider in the futute, man.
I'll be sure to keep on following you on here. Hope I can give you some good advice, man!
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Your my favorite TH-camr
Hey man your doing the best you can just remember that
Far be it from me to second guess your doctor...but I am on a "Mood Stabilizer." I didn't think it would make a difference until I screwed up and didn't take it for a week. I slipped into a condition like you. When I started it again I felt better the same day. I also take an antidepressant which I thought was making the difference...but it was the "Mood Stabilizer." I'm not sure I even know what that is, but it works. No side effects.
You may not realize how lovable you are. Every person who views your posts wants to help. I hated high school and loved college and think you will also love college. You will meet nice intelligent young people and make wonderful friendships that will last forever. one of my roommates was on anti-psychotic drugs that caused involuntary muscle movements called "ticks". She quit that and does much better with some vapes or inhalers from a marijuana dispensary. You need to love yourself and know others love you!!! Very Best Wishes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Bob
Besides working with psychiatrists and medicine, are you doing any therapy and self-work to heal and disinternalize trauma from your past? I would not have made progress on healing my childhood trauma and CSA without help from a therapist.
JWOOL CAN YOU MAKE A NEW VIDEO ON Jwooldoesotherstuff
Don't give up ❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏