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I’ve had to do this before, but it’s just because I was born with a brain that doesn’t like to remember things. Like, I could be paying super close attention to what you are say, and trying really hard to remember what you are saying. However, if you ask me what you said, ten minutes later, I will have no memory of what you said at all. Now that kids, is why you don’t do drugs while you are pregnant. My mom did drugs while she was pregnant with me, and that’s the reason why I have so many health problems to this day. Granted, she did not know that her doing drugs would harm me, as I was born in 96, in da hood. But yeah, just don’t do drugs while pregnant, guys.
My stepson has the same hardship with his memory, but his biological mother will never admit to him her drug use while pregnant. It breaks my heart to know that it is not his fault; I hope you find strategies that help you. In the meantime, thank you so much for being open.
Same here. I have memory issues and so many chronic illnesses/health issues because my bio mom (I’m adopted) very likely (according to all of the members of my care team) used substances while I was in utero.
I love seeing you in this light. You went from keeping my dark depressive days brighter, lighter and happier to now taking us along your journey with Alfie and adult life. I love this and love all of your content, personality and family 💛 keep up the Spiritual mentality! I would love to see tons more of that. So relaxing! And also helpful to new people trying to reroute their lives to live like this after addiction, depression, illness ect. Thank you so much!! Namaste!!
Ava Brown it is really sad what happened to them but that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t hope for other people to be ok 👍🏼 everyone deserves the love and prayers not just the people going through something harder ❤️ no hate
if it is anything like eating disorder recovery, it takes an equal amount of time for your body to readjust. So for me, 6 years of anorexia, 6 years until my weight and body stabilized. I gained a lot of weight and struggled to lose it but settled at what my body just is. So, if you had 10 years of drug use, it will take just as long to help your brain recover. Enjoy life! That's about all we're here for. You're a good person, Laura, you help make the world a better place too :)
I had a brain aneurysm when I was 25, from drug use. I'm still recovering from the aneurysm. But I feel you girl. Lol I don't remember anything anymore haha
@@Alylonglegs same. Mixed with uppers. I've been clean for 5 years though. I also have a hole in my heart from the same thing you're on. By the time I was 25 I looked normal on the outside for the most part, but inside my body it was chaotic. Sometimes even if you get better one day, some things are irreversible.
Thank you Laura, for taking us on your journey. I've been given the gift of a chronic neuroinflammation disease & my brain is NOT the super power it once was. It's strange to be aware of the cognitive challenges that affect every day living. The good news for patients like me, is they believe the damage is not progressive or permanent, just worse some days than others. The bad news, they currently have no idea how to stop the inflammation in order to heal the brain. UGH! I am relieved to hear your situation may be reversible. Looking forward to your updates. I realize this is long, but I want to let you know (in case you see this), I've been tuning into your videos on a regular basis for a long time now. Your creative humor has literally helped keep me from descending into that dark space. I luv, "spending time" with you, your cast of characters, & your wonderful family. Also luv that your'e keeping it real. So, thank you; you're an authentic inspiration.
I noticed that “hole” right away too when you first started laying down and Stephen was panning the scans. Your second scan looked SO MUCH BETTER!!! No worries, sweetie. 💕💖
Thanks for posting this Laura, I had no idea that these kinds of tests exist. I have a very similar history to you (with similar memory problems) and through your experience here I see there are ways of investigating these issues, and that I'm not alone with having them. Thanks again!
That whole "remember these words" portion of the test, I would fail that so hard. If I'm watching tv, I won't remember the conversation that happened 5 minutes earlier a lot of the time. I hope everything is ok with your scans Laura. ❤
Way to leave us hanging!! 😜 ... Super awesome you did it a second time! Those first results were concerning. I would have been freaking out after the first results lol.
I got to meet Dr. Amen twice in person when I went to a few of his T.V. tapings. He’s such a smart amazing doctor and very entertaining as well! I’m excited to see the full results of your scan! Congratulations on your second pregnancy btw! ❤️👍
I've studied Dr. Amen. He's one of my heroes. I'm fascinated by the promise of future treatment for us recovering addicts and other brain injuries. I truly believe drug abuse causes brain injuries. Can't wait for a follow up.
I feel you. I have epilepsy and have had many many brain scans over the last 34 years. One where I had to stay in the same room for 5 days with cameras fixed to my head and CCTV and a nurse outside 24/7 whilst they waited for seizures to happen. Gotta be positive though. Each day I wake up I feel blessed for that 🙏 ✨ Hope it all turns out OK for you!!
wow this is amazing. I really need/want a brain scan. my grampa died from brain tumors and my father also had a brain tumor. his however, was benign, thank God. but im super scared. I also have a previous history of drug abuse. I hope my insurance covers this, im super nervous. I am so happy you are okay, i love you!!
There is a case they teach you about in psych: the case of Phineas Gage (spelling?). He got a pipe put through his head accidentally and it completely changed his personality. It takes a physical injury to leave permanent physical brain damage (which is why TMI in football is such a controversial issue).
omg I'm so scared, I have a very similar history to you and I know my mother had a brain scan after 20+ years of drug abuse and I saw what that looked like and I experienced how it affected her life and I am on the edge of my seat to hear what your results were. I'm 10 years in for alcohol abuse and 5 years sober from hardcore drugs
Laura, once you stop for a day or Two, you can restart. I used milk thistle, fenugreek (as fresh or herbal if possible) tablets are available OTC. Milk cookies before bed will start you up by 3rd day. Just pump and dump for 2 days
I NEED TO KNOW WHAT YOU SAID TO HAVE THIS DONE!! I have a son that is mentally ill and was shaken when he was a baby. it has been recommended that he have a functional brain scan but I can't find a neurologist that will do one. All they say is yup he most likely has brain damage. But no one will do the scan!!!
your brain develops until your in your early 20s ... so if you begin drug use in your teens ... it is likely to affect your brain chemistry as an adult
weeks where you don't want to get out of bed is a sign of a "mood disorder." Basically depression/bipolar spectrum. I think maybe it is "Dysthymic Disorder." There is another "disorder" like this. I am on SSRIs and they help a lot. The phrase "helps you keep your head above water" describes the sensation well. I'm changing antidepressants and it's a headache ... but being completely off them is 100 times worse. exercise and mediation can help ... but meds are another "tool" in the "toolkit" as they say. You probably don't have brain damage ... on a large scale. Another thing I learned is "neurons that fire together wire together." So your life experiences shape your brain. Trauma or drug use can affect the chemicals in your brain, so it's more of a "chemical imbalance" than physical brain damage. I need to look up how SSRIs work on the chemical level. They plug into the serotonin receptors so that they stay active in the brain longer before being (re)absorbed. SSRI stands for selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor. I studied psychology in school partly to understand my own psych issues ... depression, anxiety, ocd, suicidal ideation ...
I had a stroke at the age of 27 from a rare autoimmune disease. I recovered but my memory sucks. I recently started intermittent fasting for a couple of reasons but one is it is supposed to help with memory. I won't steer you to any one person because I think you should go down that rabbit hole yourself but look into it and ask your doctor about it as well.
Unfortunately I'm very familiar with brain scans every year. And my whole spine scanned, it takes about two and a half hours. I have MS and it certainly does mess with my brain. You did really well! 💕 the memory tests always make me feel confused and dumb, LOL but I'm usually average, normal.
This is such a great idea. I had heavy hits to my head, and sometimes I wonder is all good there? I listened to Dr. Amen here on YT, he seems like a great choice. 💗
I don’t think your milk will dry up in 2 days without pumping or nursing. I stopped nursing when my son was 18 months and he is 27 months now and I still have milk leakage at times
Oh, gurl, you're killin' me ovah heyah. I likely need this done as well, due to long term effects of HIV meds and the chronic nature of my body's reactions, cranking out useless antibodies 24/7/365.2425. And I'm certain I'm an undiagnosed HF Autistic person. As in, I've interacted with others like me, and everything meshes and fits, better than any other explanation. And I ended up getting a Psychology degree (next to a Religious Studies degree), with Biology and Anthropology minors, because I have always craved understanding why I suck total ass at social interactions beyond the present moment. Etc. So, I'm looking forward to getting help for my unremitting, deep depression, while cheering you on with your recovery, including fixing your damage. BTW, cannabis stimulates neurogenesis, while alcohol slows it, so pot is actually good for ones brain, as well as causing many cancerous and precancerous cells to kill themselves. But if it triggers your other cravings, then I'm totes okay with you doing your thing how you need to. Please just keep being you. You went from just some lady doing crazy videos, to the equivalent of a friend who doesn't know me. For many Autistics, that may be the best we get. Wishing you pure joy, and a healthy, long life.
Come to find out she was suffering from the affects of pregnancy brain!🤰🤯 But, so shouldn't they have done a pregnancy test beforehand considering she was a lil late?? Just wondering! 🤷🤷
I'm so bummed that he told you that you can't breastfeed 😔 it is not true and he isn't qualified to tell you such things. I've had to have this injection and followed Lactimed which is all things drugs and effects on breastfeeding and babies 🧡🧡
haha your awesome you will have milk in 2 days babe I haven't breastfed and maybe 3 months and I still have milk I at one point had been nursing 2 babies well both mine but 1 year old and new born an new born haha that came out funny our bodies are insanely amazing and so is yours and I am also tiny like u
Stop leaving me hanging dammit!!!! I'm newly sober and cant take it!!! God my brain will never be ok... still on 1mg or so of suboxone because my liver is is in failure and I cant do full narcotic painkillers as needed for that but I'll be braindead by the time I dont hurt. Thats IF I'm ever gifted a transplant. This is making me cry and have a panic attack. And is a scan safe if your pregnant? Fuck laura I love you so tell us if you're ok please!
