Posted by jealibeanz on June 2, 2006, at 8:19:54
In reply to Re: Wellbutrin vs. EMSAM » jealibeanz, posted by Donna Louise on June 2, 2006, at 6:29:21
I can't even remember the difference between the two types of depression. Nobody has ever been remotelt specific about a diagnosis, the only have been GAD, depression, insomnia, ADD. I've never been intensely questioned. Basically I go in to the office, say I have something, and get some drugs.
One time my PA asked about mania, trying to rule out bipolar, that's the extent to any questioning I've received. I do like them at the office though. They're nice and they know me. Even if they do think I'm a hypochondriac, they continue to be respectful and courteous.
I've found that any mental health care professional "talks down" to me, and does not treat me like a real person. I actually just realized that yesterday when thinking about how I dislike all counselors, therapists, psychiatrists, or psychologists I've ever met. Maybe it's some sort of mannerism they develop to deal with the severely ill patients, but comes across as offensive with those of a higher functioning. Just a thought, I don't know.
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