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what’s scary is you can lead a normal life than suddenly it hits you and changes you forever

This story describes me so well I'v been diagnosed this since I was 15 so I know the struggle I thank god because I'v been able to be off my antipsychotic for the past 5 months now and I'm doing a lot better

@AA-lq5bj

3 жыл бұрын

Wow what a testimony, God is healing you

@4114715

Жыл бұрын

@@kingdom_lights I have experienced the same and I'm getting through it. My advice for you is to turn to God, he can help you. I'm off all meds for 2months now

The hardest thing for me is no motivation. I feel the medicines dampen any little motivation I have. How do you motivate yourself on just day to day activities like making a meal. All simple things can become anxiety provoking. Overthinking each thing. Nothing seems on autopilot. There doesn't seem to be a medicine to help with the negative symptoms of no motivation.

@ASMR-XI-ZUI

9 жыл бұрын

Xi Zui I sleep for over 12 hours a day. Don't do very much during the day. I feel very anxious over things. During menstruation I become so worried. There is no sense of urgency. Very slow.

@paulflint17

7 жыл бұрын

I'm seeing a psychiatrist over this motivation thing, on too much meds so I see what you going through.

@OpinionatedChicken59

7 жыл бұрын

It helps to force yourself to do things, even if it's just little things like making a meal or going to buy groceries if your mind so says just do it anyway it's hard yes but afterwards you feel like you accomplished something and overcame the negative thoughts.

@ASMR-XI-ZUI

7 жыл бұрын

ok i will try as hard as I can

@ASMR-XI-ZUI

7 жыл бұрын

to paul same here I find that quetiapine dampens my motivation and makes me more slow. its very annoying.

Thank you for your courage and your story. The experiences you've had are so similar to my own. I've been recently diagnosed with this disorder, and I'm 47. Now that I know more about this disorder, the world is a much nicer place.

@carolbrock5798

5 жыл бұрын

please listen to my story on KZread at Hearing Voices: real help and understanding. Praying for you, Carol

He's a nice guy and a role model of mine keep up the good work Jonny

I have schizoaffective disorder too. I've had it since I was 6 and now I'm 20. It's not easy at all. But with the proper medicine and therapy now everything is fine.

@bsnelli95

9 жыл бұрын

Ariella Espania My son was diagnosed with schizoaffective. The drugs given him are very scary. Can I ask was drug you are taking that help. The son takes 3 different drugs a day. he is 20.

@ariellaespania3820

9 жыл бұрын

Becky Snellings I take saphris it's an antipsychotic. It works really well. Give it a

@angellight1692

8 жыл бұрын

+Becky Snellings why are on earth are you letting hem give your son drugs! he is simply just a human being! let him be a human and get him away from psychiatry so he can live a life! children should be allowed to be children not medicated!

@bsnelli95

8 жыл бұрын

He's 20 not a child

@angellight1692

8 жыл бұрын

+Becky Snellings my mistake sorry i had in my mind the mans comment about having it since he was 6. But my message is the same. IT causes irreversible damage, I have seen it in so many people. I do not know your son, But most are normally very creative and sensitive, good imaginations. The drugs paralyze what they are already struggling to express. look into it more , your son deserves a happy life not for it to be taken away and it will be.. I was once this person and speak from experience. It led me to meet so many others and its never been a good end to a story

I’m 20 and just got an official diagnosis of schizoaffective bipolar type today and I’ve been struggling to figure things out so I appreciate hearing your experience

@TheMixUK

Жыл бұрын

Hi there, It’s understandable that being diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder will leave you feeling all sorts of things and perhaps you may have questions or concerns too. We’re glad that hearing Jonny’s experience has help a bit! If you’d like more support, and you like the UK, you might want to consider joining our online community community.themix.org.uk/ for a safe place to chat and get support from other young people. You can also contact our team directly www.themix.org.uk/get-support/speak-to-our-team for one-to-one support. Take care, Maisy@TheMix

This channel has been lovely so far. Whoever created it, thank you

Thank you for sharing your story.

I love Jonny, I've been talking to him on Twitter!

I have been diagnosed with this since I was 21 years old..I have tried to hold down employment...But always lose my job due to my illness. Now aged 50 Years old..I no longer want to be alive anymore.. Here in the UK, we do not have assisted suicide. This has got to be one of the worst illnesses on the planet.. Other people can NOT see what is happening in your brain. Thank you for this video.

@TheMixUK

Жыл бұрын

Hi there, It sounds like it’s really difficult and isolating living with schizoaffective disorder. Even though you are outside of the age range that The Mix supports, we would still like to signpost you to organisations that you might find helpful. For emotional support, you can contact the Samaritans www.samaritans.org/ or SANE www.sane.org.uk/how-we-help/emotional-support . For support relating to symptoms of schizoaffective disorder, you might want to check out the Hearing Voices Network www.hearing-voices.org/ Take care, Maisy@TheMix

@SwordOfTheRaven

Жыл бұрын

I have the same disorder since I was 30 the urge to off yourself is probably the worst thing about it, I got pretty close last night luckily I live with my parents so my dad helped pull me off the proverbial ledge but it scares them and it's isolating well anyway cheers

@briansaiditsoitmustbetrue4206

Жыл бұрын

@@SwordOfTheRaven Stay strong ... This illness is tough..But you are stronger than you think

@Slidehhy

10 ай бұрын

How did you survive this long with the illness im 22 doubt ill make it to 50

THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR TESTIMONY🤝🤝🤝

@TheMixUK

2 ай бұрын

Hi there, We're glad that you found the video helpful! You might want to check our article on schizophrenia www.themix.org.uk/mental-health/psychosis/schizophrenia-6634.html and hearing voices www.themix.org.uk/mental-health/psychosis/how-to-get-support-if-you-hear-voices-48438.html for more information. If you're looking for support and you are between the ages of 13-25 and are in the UK, feel free to join our online community community.themix.org.uk/ for a safe place to chat and get support from other young people. You can also contact our team directly www.themix.org.uk/get-support/speak-to-our-team for one-to-one support. Alternatively, there is always MIND www.mind.org.uk/ a national charity dedicated to helping those with mental health disorders. Take care, Maisy@TheMix

@stefyguereschi

2 ай бұрын

THANK 🙏

Thank you for story my son was diagnosed last year age 17 with Schizoaffective disorder n now i have more understanding what he going through.

@TheMixUK

2 жыл бұрын

Hi there, Thanks for commenting and glad to hear that you found the video helpful in trying to understand more about your son’s diagnosis. You might also find Mind’s article on schizoaffective disorder www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/schizoaffective-disorder/about-schizoaffective-disorder/ If your son would like to get support, and he lives in the UK, feel free to suggest he join our online community community.themix.org.uk/ for a safe place to vent, chat and get support from other young people. He can also contact our team directly www.themix.org.uk/get-support/speak-to-our-team for one-to-one support. Take care, Mary-Ellen@TheMix

I love how they pick the lucky ones who respond well to treatment for these and not the majority of treatment resistant hopeless people

Worse places to be wherever it’s not even respected as a condition

I listened to the first couple minutes. Great story but I had to leave because the music was such a distraction.

I was diagnosed thirteen years ago

Thats exactly what I've bin going through for years ,I don't take any anti depressants as it destroyed my wellbeing up till now the relapse I get has always bin repetitive stages ,I tend to get negative thoughts entering my mind constantly, I have to play or produce music or art to block out thoughts thats having me look strange to observer's around me ,if I still took meds now I'd probably wouldn't be here 🤦🏾🤮 but the hurting feeling was been given the wrong anti depressants and then years later I got diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder to take resperodome but b4 I was on prozac, amitriptilin tabs and that was completely the wrong drug to put me on ,I still feel wierd up till this day but trying to keep occupied with something to do apart from working everyday 🙌🏽💯

@TheMixUK

2 жыл бұрын

Hi @Andrae Baxter Thanks for commenting and sharing your story with us. It sounds like you’ve been through a lot- being on medications that don’t work for you and then being diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder. It’s good to hear that you are able to find healthy ways of blocking out negative thoughts, such as producing music or art. Our article on schizophrenia www.themix.org.uk/mental-health/psychosis/schizophrenia-6634.html also encourages a healthy lifestyle to keep symptoms at bay. If you’d like more support, and you are in the UK and between the ages of 13-25, feel free to sign up to our online community community.themix.org.uk/ where you can chat and get support from other young people. You can also contact our team directly www.themix.org.uk/get-support/speak-to-our-team for one-to-one support. Alternatively, there’s always the Hearing Voices Network www.hearing-voices.org/hearing-voices-groups/ or MIND www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/schizoaffective-disorder/about-schizoaffective-disorder/ Take care, Mary-Ellen@TheMix

Your story has blown me away, so inspiring. Do you have an email address I run a campaign called Suicide Shatters Families to raise awareness on suicide and mental health

@jeremiah11111111

7 жыл бұрын

("raise awareness "= $$$) Money Hungry!!... leave us alone, we struggle on our own and don't need people like you turning a serious issue into a "campaign" etc... find a new scheme, please.

"There was no beds available" such a shame for our NHS. People are in desperate need for psych beds and are not getting them.

My situation is soooooo similar pal xxxx

@TheMixUK

Жыл бұрын

Hi there, Dealing with any mental health issue can be difficult but know that you aren’t alone. If you are dealing with schizoaffective disorder, you might want to check out our article on schizophrenia (a related disorder) for ideas on how to cope: www.themix.org.uk/mental-health/psychosis/schizophrenia-6634.html If you are looking for more support and you are between the ages of 13-25 and live in the UK, feel free to join our online community community.themix.org.uk/ for a safe place to chat and get support from other young people. You can also contact our team directly www.themix.org.uk/get-support/speak-to-our-team for one-to-one support. Alternatively, there is always MIND www.mind.org.uk/ a national charity supporting those living with mental health issues. Take care, Maisy@TheMix

Thank you for your video. I am going through same your mental health but I won’t go in hospital because I am scared because I not want get drugged up and electric shock

@TheMixUK

Жыл бұрын

Hey there, We’re glad you found the video helpful! It’s understandable that you would feel scared about hospital and not want to go because you don’t want to get drugged up or electric shock. Depending on where you are in the world, electric shock therapy isn’t normally given and a psychiatrist usually helps to get the dosage of medication right for you. Try not to let your fears stop you from getting the help and support you need. You might want to check out our article on psychosis www.themix.org.uk/mental-health/psychosis/about-psychosis-6636.html to help you understand what kind of you help and support you can receive. If you are between the ages of 13-25, and you live in the UK and would like more support, feel free to join our online community community.themix.org.uk/ for a safe place to chat and get support form other young people. You can also contact our team directly www.themix.org.uk/get-support/speak-to-our-team for one-to-one support. Take care, Maisy@TheMix

my brother is in a hospital as we speak doctors that are working with him are more than certain this is what he has

@carolbrock5798

5 жыл бұрын

Brittany, please listen to my story on KZread at Hearing Voices: real help and understanding. Praying for you, Carol

@deze3692

Жыл бұрын

my brother is too we evaluated him yesterday im on here learning more about it

@deze3692

Жыл бұрын

how is he now?

@e xx how did you do it?!

How are you doing now please share.

Me too

I am Samantha Gunn loud and proud!

@SilverSamaria

Жыл бұрын

Mental breakdown at College studying Criminology.

@TheMixUK

Жыл бұрын

Hi there, It sounds like college was a difficult time for you, more so since you struggled with having a mental breakdown. You might be interested in checking out our article on schizophrenia (similar to schizoaffective disorder) www.themix.org.uk/mental-health/psychosis/schizophrenia-6634.html for ideas on how to help yourself to help keep further breakdowns at bay. If you’d like more support, and you live in the UK and are between the ages of 13-25, feel free to join our online community community.themix.org.uk/ for a safe place to chat and get support from others. You can also contact our team directly www.themix.org.uk/get-support/speak-to-our-team for one-to-one support. Alternatively, there is always MIND www.mind.org.uk/ a national organisation supporting those living with mental health conditions. Take care, Maisy@TheMix

@SilverSamaria

Жыл бұрын

@@TheMixUK Thanks for your reply though

how to save a life. God bless

just shows how shit england is with mental health and diagnosis if its outside an asylum (I have bipolar, constantly reminded theres nothing i can do, planning for my grave, can barely walk sometimes school doesnt care and dismisses any diagnoses, ive got no affective help for years even after several attempts - and have not once gotten in any hospital place - thank god because theyre all shutting down cuz theyre so bad)

I can't control it if I don't focus. I can't keep them out of my awareness. Putin or anyone else. I need to read and study soon. I'm getting lazy, which is going to result in me losing ground. Also, not only the bad stuff happens, but it's part of me. It's been with me forever. It's like trying to take an arm away from a person then give them someone else's. I struggle a lot with the head injury as well.

@TheMixUK

4 жыл бұрын

Hey there, I’m sorry to hear you are struggling. It must be difficult for you. If you haven’t already, you might want to look for support groups in your area specifically for schizophrenia/schizo-affective disorder or a Hearing Voices Network that might help you connect with others who also experience similar things. If you are interested, we also have an article on schizophrenia that you might like to check out here: www.themix.org.uk/mental-health/psychosis/schizophrenia-6634.html If you are in the UK and are between the ages of 13-25, feel free to join our community community.themix.org.uk/ or contact our team directly www.themix.org.uk/get-support/speak-to-our-team for one-to-one support. All the best, Mary-Ellen@TheMix

I had a mental breakdown because of my schizophrenia I stayed in a psych ward for a week in a half this was my 14 stay in a psych ward . The hospital was great but the schizophrenia pet team and the emergency room where the worst only one nurse that she was awesome .

Poor guy :(

I liked the way he described it as being taken over by the devil. It sure felt like that in my case. I'm of the view that there is a spiritual dimension to this but who can prove lol. Great video

Do you work anywhere?!

@TheMixUK

3 жыл бұрын

Hey there, The man featured in this video, Jonny Benjamin, is a mental health activist and author. He was diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder in his 20s. It can be difficult to work with schizophrenia and depression, but not impossible, once symptoms are under control. If you’d like more information, feel free to check out our article on schizophrenia here: www.themix.org.uk/mental-health/psychosis/schizophrenia-6634.html and mental health in the workplace here: www.themix.org.uk/work-and-study/workers-rights-and-pay/mental-health-at-work-1359.html If you are in the UK, and between the ages of 13-25, feel free to sign up to our online community community.themix.org.uk/ for a safe place to vent, chat and get support from other young people. You can also contact our team directly www.themix.org.uk/get-support/speak-to-our-team for one-to-one support. Take care, Mary-Ellen@TheMix

Sadly for children CAMHS are not great never really heard anything good about then I have been thru that service much more happy when I turned 18 and when into adults

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what meds are they giving you. They tried this Latuda on me along with my Klopin and I can't tell the change in me at all it's like not real meds.

@dr.alexxisadedinsewo3577

4 жыл бұрын

I have a friend who was on that combo of meds too with little relief. Can I ask if you have found something that has worked for you or someone you may know? Thanks!

you felt like you were being taking over by the devil I completely understand because I feel like I am being taken over by a serial killer name jeff who talks to me. jeff the killer did a lot of bad things too me. but now I am proud of it because when I grow up (I was 13 when it happened and now I am 15) I'm going to be famous and inspire others who have gone through this and also bullying and I think that every person with these disorders should feel the same way. do not be ashamed of it! you really inspire me and others I bet so be proud of your inspiration to others !!! :)

May Allah heal you and may you get the best medicines to help you through it and recover so that you can live a normal healthy life that you so much deserve.

@chamade166

5 жыл бұрын

Allahu akbar

i see many similarities of OCD intrusive thoughts and schizophrenia.

@TheMixUK

Жыл бұрын

Hi there, There are definitely similarities between OCD intrusive thoughts and schizophrenia. However, there are also many differences too such as the voices heard in schizophrenia may sound like they are coming from outside the person as well as having other symptoms such as hallucinations (visual, auditory, tactile etc), paranoid thoughts and disorganised speech. For more information, feel free to check out our article on experiences of OCD www.themix.org.uk/mental-health/anxiety-ocd-and-phobias/my-obsessions-repeat-over-and-over-in-my-mind-nonormal-28988.html and schizophrenia www.themix.org.uk/mental-health/psychosis/schizophrenia-6634.html You can also read up about these conditions on MIND’s website too www.mind.org.uk/ Take care, Maisy@TheMix

You didnt try ruqja with Quran

Did you in your teenage years ever took marijuana or edibles?

@TheMixUK

2 жыл бұрын

Hey there, Sometimes psychotic disorders can be triggered by drug use but there are also other factors that may increase the risk of developing psychosis and psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder including- stress, trauma and genetics. For more information, feel free to check out our articles on schizophrenia www.themix.org.uk/mental-health/psychosis/schizophrenia-6634.html and psychosis www.themix.org.uk/mental-health/psychosis/about-psychosis-6636.html as well as cannabis www.themix.org.uk/crime-and-safety/cannabis-9963.html If you’d like more support, and you are in the UK and between the ages of 13-25, feel free to sign up to our online discussion boards community.themix.org.uk/ for a safe place to chat and get help. You can also contact our team directly www.themix.org.uk/get-support/speak-to-our-team for one-to-one support. Alternatively, there is always the Hearing Voices Network www.hearing-voices.org/ and FRANK www.talktofrank.com/ Take care, Mary-Ellen@TheMix

@St4rloVEVO

Жыл бұрын

Hello Marilyn. I have Schizoaffective Disorder . I was diagnosed with it when I was almost 19 . The reason why i got diagnosed with it because i was with a girl that was a schizotypal crackhead/crackbaby and she was gang stalking me.

@25marshalyn

Жыл бұрын

@@TheMixUK Its for my daughter and we are in the Caribbean

OK Eren Jaeger

adderal helps with motivation

@jeremiah11111111

7 жыл бұрын

wrong...try again. methamphetamines make it WORSE

@LapisGarter

7 жыл бұрын

Amphetamines induce psychosis in bipolar patients.

@carolbrock5798

5 жыл бұрын

+Brian Jones The solution is to believe God, that only The Lord Jesus Christ can rescue and deliver you from the powers of evil demonic spirits, called demons! The Lord helped me in this battle and can help anyone who will believe God. Please listen to my story on KZread at Hearing Voices: real help and understanding. Praying for you, Carol

I was at eight n these f guys want to say the voices ibhear are tv n want to make fun of me I'm over it

@TheMixUK

2 жыл бұрын

Hi there, Unfortunately, not everyone understands about hearing voices and some people may make fun of you. But you shouldn’t have to put up with others making fun of your experience. MIND has some support on living with hearing voices www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/hearing-voices/about-voices/ that you might want to check out. If you’d like support, and you are in the UK and between the ages of 13-25, feel free to join our online community community.themix.org.uk/ for a safe place to chat and get support. You can also contact our team directly www.themix.org.uk/get-support/speak-to-our-team for one-to-one support. Take care, Mary-Ellen@TheMix

0:16 Living in London, YOU ARE being followed by cameras.

@TheMixUK

4 жыл бұрын

Hi there, Thanks for commenting! While it is true that there is a lot of CCTV cameras in and around London, what Jonny may have been referring to is his experience of paranoid thoughts, such as being followed by cameras, that led to his diagnosis of schizoaffective disorder (a combination of symptoms between schizophrenia and mood disorders such as depression or bipolar). If you’d like more information on schizophrenia, feel free to check out our article here: www.themix.org.uk/mental-health/psychosis/schizophrenia-6634.html And for more information on paranoia in terms of psychosis or paranoia as an effect of taking drugs, you can check out this article here: www.themix.org.uk/mental-health/psychosis/paranoia-6635.html All the best, Mary-Ellen@TheMix