What to expect?
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| Wed, 08-23-2006 - 12:46pm |
Hello,
I go Monday for my first visit to a Psychiatrist for Depression/Panic Attacks/Anxiety.
I was wondering what to expect? I was told the first visit will be 1 1/2 hours. I know she will ask questions---but, what kind of questions. I really am not looking forward to this,
as I am shy and do not like talking about my past, especially to strangers. I also feel that talking about things only brings back everything full force.
I would cancel the appointment but, my regular Dr. says she cannot give me the help that a Psyschiartist can- I really am starting to dread this. I know I have to go though, If I want to get better. An hour and half seems like forever to talk about something-ha. I know she will need to know everything about me, as it will be all new to her. I just dread starting all over again.
Do any of you just feel that there is isn't a cure for depression and panic disorders or somebody would have come up with something by now.
The panic attacks/anxiety and social contact is what gets to me. I don't like being around people at all. I wish I could be calm but it's a never ending battle.
I mostly just lurk on these boards becuase I'm not that great at spelling and I'm really shy so I don't post much. I think these boards are great though!

Kindra
First, I just wanted to say, if you post on the above folder, you will get more responses.
Sheri Ann
No one can help you unless you are willing to ask!
Panic is horrible I have had it a long time but I am better thanks
to meds and therapy! I am much older than you and suffered a long time
before doctors knew what this illness was! There is HELP and you will feel
so much better!
Some questions will be about how you feel what unpset you what you avoid what
you like what you dont like
I understand about NOT wanting to bring up the PAST!! I did not want to either
however in order to help you it is important for your doc to know things
that happened in your life--- perhaps you can list some for the doc if you don't
want to talk about it that much! Just somehow communicate what has happened to you!!
I wish you all the best and know that you will feel better soon!! HUGS!! Judy
It's okay that you posted on the wrong spot, you just won't get as much feedback!
Sheri Ann