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Schizoaffective disorder

TLDR: Schizoaffective disorder
The forum thread involves a user named Thought-full who identifies as schizoaffective and expresses a desire to connect with others, whether they share the condition or not. Thought-full shares experiencing delusions, particularly about drink tampering. Another user, Catsmother, attempts to connect Thought-full with other forum members who might share similar experiences. Naiwen responds, clarifying that while they do not have schizoaffective disorder, they do experience serious psychosis, paranoia, and have Asperger’s. Marti mentions that their partner has the disorder, which leads to a brief exchange about the difficulties associated with the condition, including paranoia and erratic changes in perception. Thought-full describes fluctuating mental states and delusions of being controlled by aliens, highlighting the disabling nature of the illness. The conversation is empathetic, with expressions of understanding and support, including from Catsmother and Marti, who offers "big gentle hugs." The overall tone of the thread is supportive, with users sharing personal experiences and offering sympathy.
Thought-full

Thought-full

Hi I'm schizoffective and would love to meet people with the same or without.. it's hard being on your own scared all the time...

Like I have delusions that my drink is being tampered with x
 
Ohh I see... Its sucha strange illness one day i feel ok the next I'm in a paranoid state of thinking and acting... like I really think I'm being controlled by aliens at times 😥
 
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