Psychiatric Medication - Not a very fun game. . .

Psychiatric Medication - Not a very fun game. . .

I just came across this article:What’s it like to start on psychiatric medication? For me, it was akin to playing this board game, and wanted to share.  As someone who takes psychiatric medication and is on this journey, I thought this could be helpful for those who have not taken psychiatric medication to better understand.  Also, it is always nice to be reminded that you are not alone and I thought it was nice to be able to kind of laugh at the journey/“game,” especially since it usually just isn’t funny.

For those who have not had to play this game themselves, I just ask that you try to be supportive of those in your life that are playing.  I consider myself incredibly fortunate to:

• Have friends and family that have always been supportive of me choosing to take psychiatric medication.
• Have friends and family that have stuck with me through the ups and downs of this game.
• To have a psychiatrist that I absolutely love and trust.

Even with the amazing support that I have, this game can be challenging. . for those of you who are playing, hang in there.