My Medication Journey | Injections for Schizophrenia

*DISCLAIMER*
I AM NOT A DOCTOR OR PSYCHIATRIST. I AM NOT HERE TO GIVE MEDICAL ADVICE OR RECOMMEND ANY SPECIFIC MEDICATIONS. I am just sharing my experiences with schizophrenia medication and different antipsychotic options that are available for people experiencing schizophrenia symptoms.
Also, this video is not sponsored by any specific organization or company.
I also had less hallucinations and delusions on my oral medication as well. Remember while watching this that everyone has different brain chemistry and what works for one person may not work for another.
If you would like to learn more about Long acting injections, here are some links you can check out:
www.nami.org/About-Mental-Ill...)
www.hopeforschizophrenia.com/
screening.mhanational.org/con...
Let me know if you have any questions in the comments! Thank you for watching and don't forget to like and subscribe!
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[@fusionbattles931]

I have been on multiple meds since a kid I have schizo affective disorder and it has been a journey your videos make me not feel so alone and different from everyone else

[@cougarjrv9890]

If I may, I'd also like to add, for people starting their medical journey for mental illness (at least in my experience with depression and anxiety meds), please be patient. It takes time for these meds to have effect. Don't give up. It takes 2 weeks to a month to start seeing differences. Then, you may have to try others. It truly is a trial and error, because brain chemistry varies from person to person. As Kody said, communication between you and your doctor is vital, so be honest about how you feel you're being affected by your meds, both good and bad. Please stick with it; it can change your life. 😊❤❤

[@glitterspray]

Yep. 💗

[@LPR579]

The fact people in the US believe that access to essential MH medication is a privilege just blows my mind.

[@KrazzyKelsie]

Never once occured to me that the person with schizophrenia might be more scared and terrified then everyone else. It's not that I had bad misconceptions about schizophrenia, I had really no information or really a need to learn. All I knew is people with it would talk to people not really there. You know the BS media shows. Thank you for sharing your journey. I learned alot. And I will definitely be more understanding to those who suffer from this.

[@d20crit72]

I cant speak for kody obviously but in my experience as a schizophrenic it is terrifying when u have hallucinations in public. It gets chaotic because then u start to question what is real and what isnt in ur current surroundings. I got my diagnosis 14 years ago, I have had a long time to adjust to life tho. So personally I'm doing well managing my hallucinations. I do intend to bring up injections to my doctor tho cause I've been on oral meds this whole time and I'm curious if these injections will help me more that oral meds.

[@KrazzyKelsie]

@@d20crit72 I can't even imagine how horrible for a episode to come and hit you while you're in public.

[@sativothegrail461]

​@@KrazzyKelsieonce I yelled at my wife's boss like a madman, poor lady 😮

[@jossies451]

Hi Kody 🙂 I recently started watching your videos as I suspect my sister has some form of Schizophrenia and I was wanting to educate myself about it. But also I've recently moved into an apartment and there's a young man in my block that our neighbours have said they suspect he has schizophrenia. It's put me a bit on edge because he'll stand in the stairway and he always looks so scared and he doesn't respond when I greet him, he also doesn't move out the way so I usually have to squeeze past him. He sometimes even stands behind me as I open the door to my apartment and he says nothing. Today there seemed to have been an incident where the cops were called and he was taken away in the van with his feet and arms tied up, thankfully his parents were with him and helped to get him safely in the van. My heart truly goes out to the family and the young man as I can't imagine how much stress and worry they have for him and also how much he's going through. But Im also scared since I don't know if he's safe to be around. He's probably going to receive treatment which great. My question is, should I be scared of him? Also what can I do to help? Should I be trying to engage with him or should I just ignore him since he never responds to me?

[@tinahickman6300]

Most people who have these types of conditions are not violent. Usually when you see something like that happen it's because the person is more of a danger to themselves. I would recommend you talk to his family. Reach out to them that you're their neighbor and not only do you have concerns but that you would like to help in any way if you can. I'm sure they would be grateful to give you any advice but just to know that you care I'm sure would mean the world to them!

[@mikesci91]

You're doing the world a service by breaking barriers around anti-psychotics. Nice work!

[@tysona8421]

Informative video Kody! Thank you for sharing

[@MoonSunshine55]

Very good info for many to know and glad you did this video. Which there were more than just about 4 long acting injection antipsychotics available. This is a very vital type of medication. And they should be less expensive! Kody can you please do a video on your current type and frequency of positive symptoms.

[@BrianTurnerOfficial]

Loving the videos man, they look great, channel gonna blow up

[@cvsistheft]

a good psychiatrist makes all the difference, in my experience.

[@HashiTomi]

The pills made me sick. After switchin to a shot i feel loads better.

[@angelabergstrom553]

Thank you so much for this video, my brother is really struggling with not being medicated and I’m trying to get him help even though he does not like meds. He also has hiv so he’s really paranoid about even taking meds to help combat that so he’s very skinny and it’s just really sad cause I know if I can somehow get him on medication for the schizophrenia he’d likely be able to see that he needs to start taking care of himself cause the hiv. Idk how I stumbled on your video but I am so thankful.

[@beautifulscara7734]

Thank you for what you do ❤

[@JoelBulger]

Thank you for sharing your experience with many blessings to you

[@ericamoore2664]

Hey Kody, you mentioned how access to a knowledge provider can be a challenge for some people. Have you done or could you in the future talk about how clinical research could be an option for some people? I'm happy to help with that and /or provide some data. Thanks so much for everything that you do! 💚

[@L.Wolfe.]

Thank you for this. I've considered injections, but am currently on daily meds.

[@a.n4988]

Thank you so much brother, I have my young brother he doesn't wanna take medication he's in the hospital of mental health people now, he always say that he doesn't have schizophrenia but when we look he's symptoms like confusions, pressure in his head, and he say that he can't be able to respond back because those demons hold his brain and he doesn't wanna eat our food even though he knows we love him ,also he run away from home for two days we couldn't find him. and as family sometimes we accept what he's saying that he has demons it makes as afraid about medication because we confuse we think it can cause effect if it is not schizophrenia and other side we want him to take it what you think we can do brother For your answer it will mean a lot as he's family

[@sativothegrail461]

Pray for you brother, may he find peace in his heart.

[@alexflynn5580]

Prayers don't do anything if you want something done, action is the best way to do things not thoughts and prayers ​@@sativothegrail461

[@wvwvxv]

I really love your videos! And this was a great one! Thank you for sharing your experience. Lots of love from Serbia!

[@findmeinthewoods.]

Hey! Thank you for this video! I'm wondering can you get a lower not as long lasting injection initially to see how it affects you before having a long lasting injection? Is that not a worry, because it's basically the same as the pills? I'd really appreciate answers! My thanks in advance!

[@JohnDontFollowMe]

Hey Cody, as a awareness representative about schitsofrenia. What is your personal take on functioning in society, does the gross majority function or do they have too much struggles even with help, such as dogs, therapists, medication etc...

[@elclandestino4926]

Evenamide ? Are there any topical conversations on your channel about this new upcoming molecule ?

[@d20crit72]

My doctor has never mentioned injections. I may bring it up and see what they think. I've been on oral meds for my undifferentiated schizophrenia for 14 years.

[@Cognitoman]

Dude I’m sorry you have to deal with this, must be hard

[@youngbull0]

Thanks Kody! Found you from the hope starts with us Spotify podcast. Have a great day and keep on practicing your maracas! 🎵🎶🪇🪇

[@jimmanson2668]

Hey kody i just recently discovered your channel and ive "self diagnosed" myself with schizophrenia quite a few years ago ...i have alot of the symptoms but not always as severe as yours but my aunt has schizophrenia i was just wandering how to go about getting diagnosed officially like if i just ask my doctor or what i also dont know how severe it is if i do have it

[@drchristineobrien9704]

Generally any therapist can diagnose. But also a primary doctor. Or they will refer you to therapy or a psychiatrist.

[@AlastorAmon]

I have horrible reactions to medication for my disorder so I refuse to take mine

[@iLOVEpalestineFOREVER]

I’ve def made that maraca joke too many times

[@pyenygren2299]

Here is a comment for the algorithm. 🥰

[@ranalee646]

I hate that I gained so much weight on my schizophrenia medication it sux

[@michaelsoule9674]

i am sorry for doing this in the comments, but i have no one else i can ask.. i hear voices and have visions... but i don't know it it qualifies, may i ask you some questions or get your advice?

[@kontrolgaming5979]

I think you’d do better going to a doctor

[@drchristineobrien9704]

Sounds like it qualifies but you need it confirmed so you can get help.

[@michaelsoule9674]

@@drchristineobrien9704 i fiinally got to see a doctor, and now on som meds, thanks!!!!! for 50 years, i thought this was normal, turns out its not!!!

[@markiusgalfordii9248]

Wow, I'm gonna say the issues.Then I'm single and I'm not a psychopath.L o l or a schizophrenic.

[@someone-T4I2B0B]

Quick idea for qay to see if the hallucinations are fake. Keep headphones or earbuds on you, if you see one, put them on, if they are muffled, its real, if not, fake.

[@Brandonligon]

Get a greeting dog/ service dog to identify if hallucinations are there

[@alexflynn5580]

That's literally what he does with his current dog. It doesn't take long to go onto his page and see that

[@Brandonligon]

@@alexflynn5580 well I only watch his shorts, no need to be rude.

[@Beardymanlol]

Pretty please find a dentist, asap, and add regular cleanings to your self-care!!! Left alone dental issues can really add way more issues to your life than necessary

[@RartedHandle]

Why and what

[@alexflynn5580]

​Better than the comment saying he's Faking It ​@RartedHandle

[@waleswideman1]

Should study islam specifically what the jinn are

[@honaleri]

No. Be less hateful and gain real information. What you are speaking about has caused generations of suffering. Do no perpetuate it.

[@beebop9712]

Ah yes let's try to tell people with mental illness that they are hearing demons/angels/genies. That could never go wrong right? The ignorance of the religious folks never cease to amaze me anymore.

[@alexflynn5580]

Religion has nothing to do with it, take your religion elsewhere

[@snjspring]

Highly unlikely to be schizophrenia

[@sativothegrail461]

Even psychiatrists don't know what it is, they just had to put names on this stuff, and when you get sick they just label it. They figured out that some chemicals were useful to reduce this conditions (depression, bipolarity, hallucinations, anxiety....) Regardless of what name you put on a mental illness, it will never be an accurate diagnosis because we're all different. That's why you have to try so many molecules, they don't know so doctors try until they find out which one works better.

[@IT-tm8pl]

I honestly dont think you are hallucinating i think your just seeing what we cant see like how animals or baby's can see things ill like to see someone with the ghost hunting cameras and microphone to record a hallucinating episode

[@williamcoles4950]

I experience bouts of psychosis and delusions, medication is essential as a baseline treatment for these types of mental disorders but something that has benefited me even more than medication is Diet and Exercise. Sugary drinks like Gatorade, orange juice soda, Added sugars in things like tomato sauce, bread and pasta. Bread and pasta themselves are carbohydrates which break down into simple sugars in the digestive system and cause inflammation as well as excessive water retention in the body’s cells, Dairy products like milk, cheese and yogurt, anything containing soy is no Bueno, and last but most certainly not least processed vegetable oil, sunflower oil and canola oil aka unhealthy fats or tumor fuel. These are all foods which you should NOT be ingesting, physically/mental health issues or not.. too many people’s with mental illness just go to work eat shit food like sandwiches, chips and fast food them come home and sit on their ass and play video games for multiple hours at a time and then end up under sleeping or throwing off their body with an erratic sleep schedule. To whoever’s reading this and lives that lifestyle AND wants to actually do something about it instead of wallowing in misery then start researching the Palio diet, empty your cupboards empty the fridge, google a good shopping list of foods you can eat on the diet and start feeding better both mentally & physically then start setting fitness goals, start small and do 10 burpees, 15, 20. Get sore, build discipline, confidence and muscle.