I've noticed that I have a little trouble with "word retrieval". It's not too bad, although I am a stay at home mom with not much interaction with the outside world, meaning, I don't talk too much.
Anyway, I think Topamax is the best thing that has happened to me. I've tried many drugs and this has been the best to level out my moods. I have also lost 25 pounds without exercize.
I hope it works well for you. Most of the unwanted side effects do go away after a few weeks.
Tracy.