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How do you decide you need to see a psychiatrist and tell your family?

Mental Health | Last Active: Aug 16 4:42am | Replies (27)
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@frances007

In reply to @jania59 Someone already asked if you needed to tell your family about seeking mental health support, so I won’t repeat it. It’s private for a reason. Not everyone thinks it’s important, but it has been very helpful for me. I’m not sure there’s a DNA test for helping the choose a perfect drug, and I would be interested in how that works out. Having said this, I would recommend that you find someone a professional who can provide you with the support you deserve.

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shelleyW | @shelleyw | Aug 13 2:41pm

frances007, 🩵 your name!
I thought she was kinda making a joke about the "trial and error " process in mental health medications. Did I misunderstand her?
Your comment on mental health support was very helpful for you, I am sure glad it was/is. Because mental health carries such high risks and stigma, would you clarify for me and others too, I believe we can all benefit from each other...
Did you mean professional or family support, or both? Thanx, ShelleyW

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jania59 | @jania59 | Aug 13 3:55pm

Frances, GeneSight is the only company that does test. Here is the blurb from their website:
“ The GeneSight Psychotropic test analyzes how your genes may affect your outcomes with medications commonly prescribed to treat depression, anxiety, ADHD, and other mental health conditions. The GeneSight Psychotropic test provides your clinician with information about which medications may require dose adjustments, may be less likely to work for you or may have an increased risk of side effects based on your genetic makeup.”

I think it has its place in choosing the best meds for you. My family does know about me having depression and anxiety. I think it is saying I am seeking new treatment because what meds I am on are not working for me. Some people do think it is a mind over matter so why take meds…. The meds help to balance the chemicals in our brain. I did see a psychiatrist today and she adjusted one of my meds and I go back in 2 weeks. I also have a call into set up some counseling for me to work some of the stuff out in my head. Thanks!

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