29-04-2024 06:17 PM
29-04-2024 06:17 PM
Hey there @creative_writer 🤗🌺
Yes, that does sound like a really good idea, with gentle pilates and walking, instead of anything too taxing 🙂
Compression clothing really does make a difference I think, too 🙂 Electrolytes is a really great idea, also xx
Thank you kindly re the cardiophysiologist, the loop recorder should give us some really good data over the coming months, and Im really interested to see what kind of heart rhythm issue is present, and how they are going to approach it 🙂
Ok that sounds like things are heading in the right direction regarding the appointment today? Hopefully they can explore more into what is happening for you, and then look at exploring what might be helpful.... how do you feel about it, if you dont mind me asking? 💜🌺
29-04-2024 07:21 PM
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29-04-2024 07:35 PM
29-04-2024 07:35 PM
@creative_writer just chiming in briefly to say that most ADHD medications might cause agitation/heightened energy in neurotypical folks, but is cited to have a calming effect for those with ADHD. Well... not so much calming in the way a sedative is calming but like... slows down thoughts, facilitates clarity and focus, stuff like that. Having said that, it is definitely something to discuss further with a pdoc (hopefully one at least familiar with, if not trained in, treating ADHD). I believe that there are also some non-stimulant medication options you could also explore.
Also hello! Lovely to see you round tonight darlin 😊💜
29-04-2024 07:38 PM
29-04-2024 07:38 PM
coconut water sounds a very nice way to start the day @creative_writer 🙂💜
Thank you kindly regarding the cardiophysiologist, I really appreciate that xx
Yes it would be really helpful to know about diagnoses, for the reasons of NDIS, and also to see if medication adjustments might be helpful when taking into consideration which symptoms relate to which health concern 🙂 xx Thats totally understandable and very wise regarding taking additional medications without doing a comprehensive review first, however I think that might come up naturally later on, after the time is taken to have a look into what's happening for you, and seeing if there is a diagnosis that is reached using quality methods and tests 🙂
The only thing is that it can take some time, however hopefully your psychologist has a few connections to get you to where you need to go xx
I hope things are going ok this evening for you, and you get some good rest tonight 🌺🙂
29-04-2024 07:44 PM
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29-04-2024 08:27 PM
29-04-2024 08:27 PM
Aye totally feel you on the caffeine @creative_writer I often feel more tired after a coffee hahaha. Yeah hope that you can figure out a good balance with support of your pdoc, and idk maybe there'd even be like a plan to scale back on dosage during times of heightened risk of mania or something. Also, something to be mindful of (pdoc never told me this, I had to learn from a friend studying nursing) is that the meds can be effected by mensturation cycles cos of hormonal fluctuations, so if you've got anything impacting your hormones (like endo or PCOS for instance) that might be worth discussing too. But I'm getting ahead of myself! Wouldn't you know it, neurodiversity is one of my special interests 😂
I've been ok, dealing with some tension in one of my close friendships but I'm hopeful it will lead to us working through it and thereby strengthening our relationship. Just a bit stressful in the meantime. So I've been playing LOTS of video games lately to distract my brain haha.
How's everything with you? What's next in your uni journey, just gearing up for placement?
29-04-2024 08:29 PM
29-04-2024 08:29 PM
Yes indeed NDIS can be very helpful @creative_writer 😊, and I think when the time is right, having a look into it when you feel like it will be worth it xx
I hope the pdoc is open to further investigation, that would be really great 🙂
Thats great to hear youre doing better this evening, and the congestion is clearing, and I hope the stiffness goes away and youre feeling much better tomorrow xx
I was going to check on the resilience of my window of tolerance by watching the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills 😁🙌 .. its my informal window of tolerance thermometer haha 😉👏
Then I think an early-ish night, as I have some more research reading to do tomorrow 🙂
How about you? 🌺
29-04-2024 08:55 PM
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29-04-2024 09:07 PM
29-04-2024 09:07 PM
thanks @creative_writer 🙂 xx
Good luck with finishing up assignments before placement, and I hope placement goes well too 🙂
Night night, looking forward to catching you next time sweetness. Till then, take good care 🌺💜
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