I'm almost off meds [9Ej2Fyeq-kE]

I'm almost off meds [9Ej2Fyeq-kE]

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My psychiatrist gave me the OK to reduce my antipsychotic medication again from 40mg to 20mg. This puts me below a therapeutic dose. In this video, I bring you along with me through the process of this medication reduction and experience of withdrawal. Timestamps: 00:00 - Important disclaimers 03:28 - Intro to med taper 04:17 - Why I waited to start tapering 06:48 - Where I started with my medication 07:38 - Birthday party! 09:02 - First 20mg dose 10:35 - How I'm feeling on the first day 11:28 - Starting to struggle with withdrawal? 14:02 - Rainy soccer game 14:13 - Taking the second dose of 20mg and reflecting 16:32 - I'm super irritable 19:20 - Another soccer game :) 19:54 - Reflection on first few days 21:00 - What I've been doing to help get through this taper 22:40 - No symptoms! 24:19 - Going for a run 24:44 - Closing thoughts on how this taper has gone 25:42 - Cooking multiple meals for family 26:07 - Important reminders and my thoughts on needing meds in the future Video I mention 'Tapering Psychiatric Medications on Keto' - MEDICAL KETO RESOURCES You can learn more about medical keto for mental illnesses on the Metabolic Mind YouTube channel (@metabolicmind) and on their website You can find more about my keto coach Nicole Laurent and her work on her website: You can also learn more about metabolic health and mental illness from the book 'Brain Energy' by Dr. Christopher Palmer - HOW TO TEST YOUR KETONES (important for medical keto!) • The Keto Mojo blood glucose and ketone monitor is a finger prick blood test to accurately measure ketone and glucose levels. You can save 10% off monitor kits purchases and help support this content by using our affiliate link, thanks!: • The SiBio continuous ketone monitor is a wearable device we have been using to get accurate and continuous ketone levels. You can save 15% using the coupon code “LIVINGWELL15” and help support this content by using our affiliate link, thanks!: HELP SUPPORT THE CHANNEL We depend on the support of our audience to create this valuable resource. If you have found our content helpful, please consider supporting us today. Your contribution can make a huge difference and enable us to continue providing valuable resources to those living with mental illness. • One-time donation: • Monthly donation: JOIN OUR COMMUNITIES Join a free online community of people using metabolic therapies to treat their mental illness. • Metabolic Therapies for Mental Disorders: We also have a peer support community specifically for people living with psychosis spectrum illnesses. • Schizophrenia Peer Support Community: MENTAL HEALTH APPAREL Wear your support for mental health! Our t-shirts, sweaters, and mugs not only spread awareness but also help support this channel. Pick up some mental health apparel today and make a statement while making a difference. SPEAKING & CONSULTING Looking for an expert speaker or consultant for your upcoming event or project? With years of experience and a passion for mental health advocacy, I can provide the insight and inspiration you need to make a positive impact. Visit my speaking website to learn more! SOCIALS Instagram: TikTok: Twitter: Website: #schizophrenia #schizoaffective #schizoaffectivedisorder #mentalhealth #mentalillness #metabolichealth #keto #metabolichealth #medicalketo #medication