Uploaded September 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
I've been using medical ketogenic therapy and other metabolic therapies to treat my schizoaffective disorder for 8.5 months now, and a lot of people have questions about what my experience of symptoms is currently and what the change has been like throughout this process. I share about my shifting experience with positive symptoms, negative symptoms, cognitive symptoms, and mood symptoms.
I don't really experience any symptoms of my schizoaffective disorder anymore - something I never thought could be possible.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
01:21 - Positive symptoms (hallucinations, delusions, paranoia)
09:05 - Negative symptoms
11:50 - Cognitive symptoms
13:00 - Mood symptoms
14:08 - Can't believe this is my current experience of symptoms
MEDICAL KETO RESOURCES
You can learn more about medical keto for mental illnesses on the Metabolic Mind YouTube channel (@metabolicmind) and on their website metabolicmind.org
You can find more about my keto coach Nicole Laurent and her work on her website:
mentalhealthketo.com
You can also learn more about metabolic health and mental illness from the book 'Brain Energy' by Dr. Christopher Palmer - brainenergy.com
HOW TO TEST YOUR KETONES (important for medical keto!)
• The Keto Mojo blood glucose and ketone monitor is a finger prick blood test to accurately measure ketone and glucose levels. You can save 10% off monitor kits purchases and help support this content by using our affiliate link, thanks!: bit.ly/ketomojolivingwell
• The SiBio continuous ketone monitor is a wearable device we have been using to get accurate and continuous ketone levels. You can save 15% using the coupon code “LIVINGWELL15” and help support this content by using our affiliate link, thanks!: bit.ly/sibio
HELP SUPPORT THE CHANNEL
We depend on the support of our audience to create this valuable resource. If you have found our content helpful, please consider supporting us today. Your contribution can make a huge difference and enable us to continue providing valuable resources to those living with mental illness.
• One-time donation: donate.stripe.com/9AQ6oV5S0eft5568ww
• Monthly donation: patreon.com/livingwellwithschizophrenia
JOIN OUR COMMUNITIES
Join a free online community of people using metabolic therapies to treat their mental illness.
• Metabolic Therapies for Mental Disorders: metabolictherapysupport.com
We also have a peer support community specifically for people living with psychosis spectrum illnesses.
• Schizophrenia Peer Support Community: schizophreniapeersupport.com
MENTAL HEALTH APPAREL
Wear your support for mental health! Our t-shirts, sweaters, and mugs not only spread awareness but also help support this channel. Pick up some mental health apparel today and make a statement while making a difference.
livingwell.myspreadshop.com
SPEAKING & CONSULTING
Looking for an expert speaker or consultant for your upcoming event or project? With years of experience and a passion for mental health advocacy, I can provide the insight and inspiration you need to make a positive impact. Visit my speaking website to learn more!
laurenkennedywest.com
SOCIALS
Instagram: instagram.com/livingwellwithschizophrenia
TikTok: tiktok.com/@livingwellschizophrenia
Twitter: twitter.com/LWSchizophrenia
Website: livingwellwithschizophrenia.org
#schizophrenia #schizoaffective #schizoaffectivedisorder #mentalhealth #mentalillness #metabolichealth #keto #metabolichealth #medicalketo #symptoms #hallucinations
I've been using medical ketogenic therapy and other metabolic therapies to treat my schizoaffective disorder for 8.5 months now, and a lot of people have questions about what my experience of symptoms is currently and what the change has been like throughout this process. I share about my shifting experience with positive symptoms, negative symptoms, cognitive symptoms, and mood symptoms.
I don't really experience any symptoms of my schizoaffective disorder anymore - something I never thought could be possible.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
01:21 - Positive symptoms (hallucinations, delusions, paranoia)
09:05 - Negative symptoms
11:50 - Cognitive symptoms
13:00 - Mood symptoms
14:08 - Can't believe this is my current experience of symptoms
MEDICAL KETO RESOURCES
You can learn more about medical keto for mental illnesses on the Metabolic Mind YouTube channel (@metabolicmind) and on their website metabolicmind.org
You can find more about my keto coach Nicole Laurent and her work on her website:
mentalhealthketo.com
You can also learn more about metabolic health and mental illness from the book 'Brain Energy' by Dr. Christopher Palmer - brainenergy.com
HOW TO TEST YOUR KETONES (important for medical keto!)
• The Keto Mojo blood glucose and ketone monitor is a finger prick blood test to accurately measure ketone and glucose levels. You can save 10% off monitor kits purchases and help support this content by using our affiliate link, thanks!: bit.ly/ketomojolivingwell
• The SiBio continuous ketone monitor is a wearable device we have been using to get accurate and continuous ketone levels. You can save 15% using the coupon code “LIVINGWELL15” and help support this content by using our affiliate link, thanks!: bit.ly/sibio
HELP SUPPORT THE CHANNEL
We depend on the support of our audience to create this valuable resource. If you have found our content helpful, please consider supporting us today. Your contribution can make a huge difference and enable us to continue providing valuable resources to those living with mental illness.
• One-time donation: donate.stripe.com/9AQ6oV5S0eft5568ww
• Monthly donation: patreon.com/livingwellwithschizophrenia
JOIN OUR COMMUNITIES
Join a free online community of people using metabolic therapies to treat their mental illness.
• Metabolic Therapies for Mental Disorders: metabolictherapysupport.com
We also have a peer support community specifically for people living with psychosis spectrum illnesses.
• Schizophrenia Peer Support Community: schizophreniapeersupport.com
MENTAL HEALTH APPAREL
Wear your support for mental health! Our t-shirts, sweaters, and mugs not only spread awareness but also help support this channel. Pick up some mental health apparel today and make a statement while making a difference.
livingwell.myspreadshop.com
SPEAKING & CONSULTING
Looking for an expert speaker or consultant for your upcoming event or project? With years of experience and a passion for mental health advocacy, I can provide the insight and inspiration you need to make a positive impact. Visit my speaking website to learn more!
laurenkennedywest.com
SOCIALS
Instagram: instagram.com/livingwellwithschizophrenia
TikTok: tiktok.com/@livingwellschizophrenia
Twitter: twitter.com/LWSchizophrenia
Website: livingwellwithschizophrenia.org
#schizophrenia #schizoaffective #schizoaffectivedisorder #mentalhealth #mentalillness #metabolichealth #keto #metabolichealth #medicalketo #symptoms #hallucinations
