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Rocking back and forth: Schizophrenia or side effects?

I often find myself rocking back and forth. is this a schizophrenia thing or medicine side effects thing?

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Involuntary movements such as rocking back and forth can be a side effect of certain medications used to treat schizophrenia, such as Invega. It could also be a symptom of a movement disorder caused b...See More

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Mogame

2w

As i have schizophrenia and autism i rock back and forth as a self-soothing mechanism. Cause the behaviour helps me manage anxiety, provides comfort during distress, and it helps me cope with overwhelming emotions.
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WinterREB

2w

For you, I'd say it's likely and ADHD thing. You're probably stimming. Also, stimming might increase with medication changes, but it's not necessarily a direct cause, if that makes sense.
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Violetpeace

1w

I rock for the same reasons no game.

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