I not only request a change in medication when it is necessary; I have also alerted my doctor/therapist when my symptoms change in degree or magnitude. I also get samples of Abilify from my doctor because with my insurance, the cost is prohibitive.

As a matter of fact, after being treated for major depression for 8 years by 3 different doctors, and after experiencing psychosis for the first time, I suggested to my doctor, and he agreed, that I could in fact be bipolar. Essentially, I diagnosed myself and he agreed.

It took several years of treatment and trial and error to find the correct combination of medications to treat my illness. During this entire time, my doctor relied on feedback from me regarding my medications.

By all means, share your ideas with your doctor. The life you save may be your own.