Taking part in a research

[Teddy bear]

Hi everyone 

Just decided to share that I am taking part in a psychiatric research as a participant now.

I am so excited, and that so interesting!

Couldn't keep quiet ☺️


Looking forward to the results which they are happy to share.
While we still have some work to do together

A very life-asserting and stimulating experience

[TheBigBlue]

     


(If that's ok)

[NarcKiddo]

I'm really glad to hear that you are able to be part of an exciting and interesting project. I'll be very interested to hear more about it as the research proceeds if it feels comfortable for you to share.

[Teddy bear]

Thank you! 

I'm not sure whether it's ok to share, or probably some kind of NDA.
I'll try to find out.

Actually I think everyone can take part in something like that in case of a relevant experience 😉

[Kizzie]

That's awesome Teddy Bear! I'd be interested to hear what the study is about if you're allowed to share about it.

[Blueberry]

Good for you, Teddy bear! I've taken part in a couple of studies and felt that I was at least contributing lived experience with cptsd. It being a field that needs more research. Sometimes it was a little destabilising for me. I hope you don't experience that.

[Teddy bear]

Hi everyone 👋

I participated in a study about withdrawal from psychiatric medications due to side effects.

I was told that other participants mentioned I articulated things they had also noticed — about side effects and other observations. That was nice to hear.

The results are expected to be published in about six months.


On a personal note: my doctor at the dispensary reduced my neuroleptic dosage from 7.5 mg to 5 mg after I complained about sedation and drowsiness. This is a really positive step! I even cancelled an appointment with a private clinic doctor (though I plan to resume my search for a good doctor later).

[Teddy bear]

Good for you, Teddy bear! I've taken part in a couple of studies and felt that I was at least contributing lived experience with cptsd. It being a field that needs more research. Sometimes it was a little destabilising for me. I hope you don't experience that.

👍, Blueberry

I felt a bit anxious and hyperactive after the meetings too, but tried to distract myself with other things.

Overall, I feel quite good about having taken part.

[NarcKiddo]

I am very grateful to people who are prepared to take part in such studies. Thank you.

I'm glad you have been able to reduce your neuroleptic dosage.

[Teddy bear]

I am very grateful to people who are prepared to take part in such studies. Thank you.

I'm glad you have been able to reduce your neuroleptic dosage.

Thank you