So we are well into 2026 and there has been a few changes in my life. My probation finished in the new year with my last appointment in December 2025. It’s good to not have to go to that anymore. Also my Mental Health Treatment Requirement (MHTR) ended in February 2026. Although the MHTR didn’t make any real difference to my treatment as I have always complied with it anyway. It’s still until August 2026 when my suspended sentence has expired. I’ll be happy to get all of that behind me.
I still go for my walks most days and count the Dogs I see. I really appreciate that. I continue going to Church and help out occasionally. I still see my community psychiatric nurse monthly though I think she may discharge me soon.
I saw the psychiatrist in February 2026 and I complained about the side effects (mainly lethargy) and dizziness I feel getting up from the ground and sometimes from bed. He suggested reducing the promethazine every night and stopping the amitriptyline. He didn’t want to reduce the Paliperidone (anti-psychotic).The GP actioned this so my nightly promethazine was reduced from 20mg to 10mg. I think I have a bit more energy but some days are worse then others. The dizziness and light headedness hasn’t stopped so the GP said he would contact cardiology at the hospital. One GP suggested it could be POTs.
I do sometimes have bad days when I need to take more promethazine but its been manageable this year. I think my medications sedate me so much that its hard to get too worked up though I still have my moments. I still occasionally hear voices but its usually very low volume that’s manageable.
I am looking forward to May when the new Renters Rights Act 2025 comes into force. As it will give me a little more security for my tenancy particularly where no fault evictions will be banned. I still sometimes worry about being homeless again.