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ttivelNew Contributor
Hi,
I’ve had some issues in recent weeks with taking more medication than I should to stop my thought process and take my mind off things.
I’m not sure who to address this with. I’m not seeing my psychologist any more and I’m worried if I raise it with my GP I’ll lose his confidence and he won’t prescribe for me any more.
Is there some sort of support group that can help with this?
Thanks
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Little_LeopardSenior Contributor
@ttivel
I think you should tell your GP. I think telling your GP shows them that you are being honest about your situation.
they might even up your dose or change or add to your current medication.
Do you think it’s worth getting a referral to see a new psychologist or even get a referral to a psychiatrist do a review?
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FloatingFeatherSenior Contributor
Hi @ttivel,
Welcome to the Forums. My name is FloatingFeather an I am one of the peer support workers at SANE. It's great that you have found us and shared your experience. I know that (especially in the beginning) it can be a struggle for some to post on here. Please know you are in an anonymous and safe space.
Although I understand your concerns around speaking to your GP about taking more medication than you should may be it could be a positive thing? What I mean by this is maybe being honest with your GP around why you feel the need to take more medication to help take your mind of things could led you to have a discussion about what is going on with you. Plus I'm guessing the GP will be pleased that you were transparent than keeping this information to yourself. I think being honest with your GP shows that you can be trusted. Alternatively your GP might suggest a different type of medication that may be better suited to what you need at this hard time?
I'm wondering what you would think about talking to a professional about what is going on with a you that is playing so heavily on your mind? Often just talking things through can be really helpful. Perhaps you GP might suggest counselling or another form of therapy so that you can get some support with what you are going through right now.
Warm wishes,
FloatingFeather
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ttivelNew Contributor
Hi @FloatingFeather Thanks for your reply. I will give some consideration to raising with my GP. It’s just a tough and embarrassing conversation to start. I’ve spent time with 3 different therapists in the last 2 years and I haven’t been able (or perhaps willing?) to do what they’ve asked and on each occasion it’s fizzled out to nothing. I don’t feel I have the energy right now to start again. Thank you for your support.
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