i second this. music helps A LOT. i am also going back to school.
i usually listen to instrumentals. trip-hop or post rock, yep. that helps when studying. helps me anyway.
you also may need an adjustment in your risperdal. so yeah, all options covered in this thread. hope you find what works for you and good job in not letting your MI get in the way of your life aspirations.

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