My psychiatrist strongly suggested that I take a “medication holiday”, meaning not taking meds for up to a month during the summer holidays.

And god damn. I’ve already ruined my face with skin picking (Started eating compulsively due to lack of stimulation and DoPaMiNe), have gone back to an irregular sleep schedule due to being constantly tired (currently 6AM where I am), and have like 3 trash bags in my house cos I’m having trouble leaving my house.

We love to see that the meds are working! The medication holiday just makes me grateful for the impact of the meds on my everyday life.

Still not gonna take a whole month off though. My life would be in shambles by the end lmfao

  • @improvisedbuttplugEnglish
    1•1 year ago

    Taking a break from stimulants helps reset tolerance, means the meds will work better when you restart.

    I take breaks every so often, but I majorly ramp up my caffeine and nicotine consumption when I do. It helps