I no longer have schizophrenia; there was a misdiagnosis

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I had a consultation with a new psychiatrist. They misdiagnosed me, and from what I’ve read, it’s quite common.

I have complex post-traumatic stress disorder (CTSD). This psychiatrist explained that these conditions can be confused.

From what I understand, I’ll be able to stop taking antipsychotics within a certain timeframe and will need to undergo treatment for the trauma, including EMDR.

I’m somewhat angry with my previous psychiatrist; I wasted many years of my life.

I’ll keep you updated on how my story progresses.

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I’m being forced into emdr atm. It’s pseudoscientific.

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I believe that EMDR is only indicated for trauma and post-traumatic stress. I don’t know if it’s pseudoscientific.

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Oh that’s great news Nirvana I guess that you will heal in some years and maybe live a completely normal life. That’s really great news for you and your family and friends.

:+1::+1::+1::+1::+1::+1:

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The disorders with which I’ve been diagnosed, and even interpretations of probabilistic tendencies toward various psychological or psychiatric disorders (in my case), have been in a state of slow change over the years.

I quit posting on this site for a while because GWAS (genome wide association studies) indicated a higher probabilistic tendency toward at least one other disorder instead of schizophrenia.

I am not angry at multiple doctors who diagnosed me with schizophrenia. I think they all tried very hard.

Your emotions are your own, of course.

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I’m diagnosed with both complex ptsd and sza. I hope you’re able to heal and move on without issues. Good luck!

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Yeah I completely get the wasted years part. I wish you the best.

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