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Feel weird everyday angst general malaise and looking for answers

I'm on antipsychotic meds as a precaution for isolated episodes I had but it looks like the doctors want me on them for life. The side effect is more tiredness. I try and walk about every day as it keeps me fitter but I just don't feel the energy I did pre-meds. I struggle with relaxation as I have tinnitus and I can't follow a lot of TV and conversation as my hearing is bad. I just don't know what to do as I'm sure I can't relax properly, follow books or TV shows like I should be able to. I feel like relaxation should be normal but I can't do it. So I walk about a lot, though it's not normal to be restless especially when you're sort of tired already. I'm feeling confused and looking for advice As I can't find everyday peace or tranquility. Closest to it has been swimming in the sea. How restless should a person be? How unable to relax or focus? And should I negotiate with the doc to come off meds to get some energy back?

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