[gina_re]

Having such a crappy memory has really screwed me over today. I started the day not being able to find my train ticket, which has about six rides left. So I bought a one day pass, but of course I left it on the train this morning which forced to buy yet another ticket to ride home right now. I've screwed myself out of about $70 worth of train fare. I don't exactly live nearby my office which is why I only go in a couple of days a week, its expensive! My memory is getting worse by the day.
I know most of us have memory issues, do they just mess up a few things like leaving something at home, or do they have a larger impact like financial, relationships, etc?

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[JustJace2u]

Originally Posted by gina_re

Having such a crappy memory has really screwed me over today. I started the day not being able to find my train ticket, which has about six rides left. So I bought a one day pass, but of course I left it on the train this morning which forced to buy yet another ticket to ride home right now. I've screwed myself out of about $70 worth of train fare. I don't exactly live nearby my office which is why I only go in a couple of days a week, its expensive! My memory is getting worse by the day.
I know most of us have memory issues, do they just mess up a few things like leaving something at home, or do they have a larger impact like financial, relationships, etc?

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That has happened to me on more than one occasion, having lived in the DC area and now living in the Chicago area. I find myself more and more having to write little notes to myself and immediately putting them in my purse or wallet.

[fishin fool]

My memory has always been kinda crappy.
I guess its a common thing with bipolar.
It can be a problem with relationships for sure.

[gina_re]

Originally Posted by JustJace2u

That has happened to me on more than one occasion, having lived in the DC area and now living in the Chicago area. I find myself more and more having to write little notes to myself and immediately putting them in my purse or wallet.

Yes! I work in DC! The VRE is expensive to Fredericksburg! I am finding myself using sticky notes, app reminders, calendar reminders, etc.

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Between BP and ADHD, my memory is complete s***

I talked to my therapist about how I could work with s**tty memory. He told me he has a small box by his bedroom door where he keeps his most important things -- cell phone, keys, wallet, etc.. Then when he needs to go looking for them, he knows to look in the box.

You could get your own box and put your train pass in there, along with your keys and other stuff. It doesn't have to be a fancy box either. Just grab an Amazon box or something, and replace it with a nicer box later

[JustJace2u]

Originally Posted by gina_re

Yes! I work in DC! The VRE is expensive to Fredericksburg! I am finding myself using sticky notes, app reminders, calendar reminders, etc.

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If you're willing to spend a little $$$ I would look into getting a life planner. I use one and it has saved my life many times over. Check out www.erincondren.com or just do a Google search for life planners.

[Isaiah712]

They have some games that help with what they call working memory. Lumosity, Fit Brains and Elevate are all free apps that help with developing a better memory. Helps me some, hopefully it will help someone out there too.

[OctobersBlackRose]

I had a really good memory until I started meds, I think they're messing with my memory a bit. It could also be the two ODs I've had as well, I think the psych that I seen in the ER told me it can mess up memory... Now I've had to start writing things down on the calendar, and keep a planner (which I keep forgetting I even have) to remember things, especially appointments. I'm only 24, my memory be like this...

[gina_re]

When I first noticed this and questioned it I asked my pdoc at the time. He said it was most likely due to the high Trileptal dosage. And of course the more they add, the worse it gets. Is it really worth it? I have everything I want, I need this cocktail.

[gina_re]

Originally Posted by bluebicycle

Between BP and ADHD, my memory is complete s***

I talked to my therapist about how I could work with s**tty memory. He told me he has a small box by his bedroom door where he keeps his most important things -- cell phone, keys, wallet, etc.. Then when he needs to go looking for them, he knows to look in the box.

You could get your own box and put your train pass in there, along with your keys and other stuff. It doesn't have to be a fancy box either. Just grab an Amazon box or something, and replace it with a nicer box later

I have specific places for everything. I have a hook for my keys and work badge so I know exactly where they are. It's these little things that pop out from no where. Mostly from traveling to and from work since my week is split between the two. I have my paperwork in files in my home office, I'm organized for the most part.

[Trippin2.0]

Ugh, I hated the memory issues, it was honestly a trauma all unto itself!


Thank God my stellar memory has returned after I ditched the lithium. No more notes, reminders and lists.


So sorry you're experiencing this, I remember how difficult it was for me.

Originally Posted by gina_re

I have specific places for everything. I have a hook for my keys and work badge so I know exactly where they are. It's these little things that pop out from no where. Mostly from traveling to and from work since my week is split between the two. I have my paperwork in files in my home office, I'm organized for the most part.

I also utilize my phone calendar like you.

I set up a "meeting" on my phone to write down notes and remind me of things. For example, let's say I need to remember to pay my monthly car bill. Then I make a meeting called "pay car bill" and set it for the date/time I want. Then I change the calendar settings on my phone to send an "alert" every time my "meeting" comes up. You can also tell your phone to send an alert every day for X days before the meeting starts, which I do sometimes.

I do this for important things.

I used to have Andriod, so I know you can do it with the Google Calendar app. The default calendar is s***

[gina_re]

Originally Posted by bluebicycle

I also utilize my phone calendar.

You can set up a "meeting" on your phone to write down notes and remind you of things. For example, let's say you need to remember to pay your mortgage bill. Then make a meeting called "pay mortgage bill" and set it for the date/time you want. Then change the calendar settings on your phone to send an "alert" every time your "meeting" comes up. You can also tell your phone to send an alert every day for X days before the meeting starts.

I do this for important things.

I used to have Andriod, so I know you can do it with the Google Calendar app.

I recommend the Google Calendar app over the default calendar on your phone. Google Calendar backs everything up to the Google server in case something happens. Sometimes the default calendar is s*** and deletes things. IDK why

Paying bills is something I am very strict with. I budget like you wouldn't believe. I think really my main issue is where I put things. I think I put it 'here' and it's actually 'there.' That type of thing.

Originally Posted by gina_re

Paying bills is something I am very strict with. I budget like you wouldn't believe. I think really my main issue is where I put things. I think I put it 'here' and it's actually 'there.' That type of thing.

One time I put my car keys in my underwear drawer. lol

I don't even know how they got there, but I know what you mean

Btw, I've started putting friggen lanyards on s*** because I keep losing things!

My car keys now have a neon orange lanyard on them in case they get stuck in my underwear drawer again

[gina_re]

Originally Posted by bluebicycle

Btw, I've started putting friggen lanyards on s*** because I keep losing things!

My car keys now have a neon orange lanyard on them in case they get stuck in my underwear drawer again

Same here. My keys are on a lanyard
I put my work badge in one too since I've lot that twice. I always wear it once I leave the house until I get home so I don't do it again

yep, lanyards are a lifesaver

I had bought a nice case for my phone. It's black. But I kept losing my phone, so I bought an obnoxious yellow case that's not as nice. It's stupid looking because it looks like a banana... but I guess I can always find my banana phone.

Anything and everything that can be lost now has something neon on it. I bought those stupid neon price stickers (you know, those circle ones) and stick them on anything important... except for my backpack, but it has some bright pink on it anyways. Wallet is bright colored too.

Edit: at this rate everything will be neon and I'll probably start losing things again. But right now I have like 7 things with neon on them. Not too bad

[Gabyunbound]

I often enough forget things my best friend tells me, luckily she's very understanding and doesn't take it personally, my brother, though, can get frustrated with me.

I put a list (post-it) on my front door with a list of everything important I have to do before leaving for the day (i.e. taking meds, etc.) and everything I need to bring to work (including keys, etc.). I don't know if that would help you. I also have a basket next to my door with important things in it.

Yesterday, I had to work in a new clinic and I forgot how to spell the name of the street, so of course my gps couldn't find it. It didn't occur to me that I had misspelled it, had to call the office to get directions (I have no sense of direction so this scared me). I felt like such an utter idiot when I found out I had spelled it wrong.

I make mistakes all the time due to memory issues and it's very embarrassing. Luckily I haven't had financial issues so far except forgetting to pay bills on time. I try and remind myself that I'm doing the best I can and that's all I can expect of myself (except for all of the reminders I put everywhere).

Hugs to you!

[fairydustgirl]

memory? what memory? ....my pdoc has me on namenda to help with memory focus and concentration...I can't take stimulants for my adhd, wellbutrin took me sky high in mania, straterra didn't work at all. I'm not saying the namenda is working great but I can't say its not.
I have those days like, on Tues..my alarm went off and I was like..um...why am I up this early? it took a couple of moments to remember I had a dr appt.

[hopeless2015]

My biggest issue right now is with words, I'll be talking and forget the word I need to use, it's happened a lot lately, the person I'm talking to has to help me try to figure out what I'm trying to say!

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