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Does medication affect academics?
I have been diagnosed with schizophrenia, anxiety and depression more than a year ago.
I have been on high doses of medicines
My current medicines are Aripirazole 5mg,
Parocalm 12.5mg and Ezolac plus
I work in an office, I have difficulty in focusing and remembering
Does the medication or my diagnosis affect my cognitive memory?
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Yes. Both your diagnosis and medications can affect concentration and memory. Schizophrenia commonly causes cognitive difficulties, while anxiety, depression, and sedative medicines may worsen them. Please discuss a medication review with your psychiatrist rather than stopping medicines on your own.
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Cognitive difficulties can occur due to the illness itself, anxiety/depression, sleep issues, or medications. Aripiprazole at 5 mg is less likely to cause significant cognitive impairment, but an individual assessment is needed. Please discuss this with your treating psychiatrist before changing medication.
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Hi, there can be many reasons for cognitive impairment. Will need further history regarding the same to advise appropriately. Consult online for treatment
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