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Mixed feelings-might be getting another diagnosis (ED)

creative_writerSenior Contributor

Mixed feelings-might be getting another diagnosis (ED)

I have multiple mental illnesses including Bipolar 2, cptsd, OCD, social anxiety. I’m also neurodivergent, ADHD and ASD. I already have tons of labels and a lot going on. I’m getting assessed for an ED on Monday during my psych appointment, I reckon I meet criteria so I am anticipating another diagnosis. I know it explains my how I’ve been feeling but it’s another label, I hate feeling so broken and feeling like I’m complicated. I know my disordered eating habits are adversely affecting my mental and physical health, I’ve just been in denial for so long and would also get defensive when people commented on my eating habits or asked about them.

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creative_writerSenior Contributor

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@AlwaysMyself class was difficult today. SI is a heavy topic and it feels even heavier because life has been rough. I couldn’t stop the thoughts because class wasn’t a distraction today. Today was already rough before I went into class. Resisting SI and SH urges will not be easy today. I’m safe rn.

I did find a psych I’m happy with, but I just feel so hopeless right now. I know I need to make the initial booking and give the therapy process time, but I just feel like shit at the moment.

I’m going home right now. I’ll have dinner and will try to fit out forms of self care like prayer, skincare, music, head massage etc.

Movement is 100% about pacing yourself. Sometimes the focus should be on getting movement instead of exercise.

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TollyModerator

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@creative_writer It sounds like it has been a hard day but good on you for pushing through and going to class and everything, and the self-care routine sounds like a good plan for tonight - I am so happy to hear that you have found a psyche you might like to work with and you will start getting that happening when you are ready- tonight just relaxing and doing good things for yourself sounds like the best plan.

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creative_writerSenior Contributor

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@Tolly I can only do what I can. I do want to try to avoid a repeat of Monday. I feel like if I tell my supports they’ll be worried about me. I do know that by being open and transparent they’ll be able to better support me.

I’m still seeing my current psych while I wait being transferred. Finding a new psych took a while, but I got there eventually. It comes down to finding someone who is the right fit. I have a lot of mental health complexities and struggle to connect with most people.

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TollyModerator

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@creative_writer I know it is a bit of a walking the tightrope feeling, not wanting to worry others but like you say I think being open with them is best because then they know what you are going through and then they know how to support you. Totally agree that it is so important to have the right fit when you are with a psyche because you have to feel like you are safe and that there is some real connection and understanding and that can be really challenging to find, but this does sound promising with the new psyche.

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creative_writerSenior Contributor

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@Tolly I know it’s best to intervene earlier rather than later, especially when it comes to safety.

I’ve emailed the reception for the new psych, I’ll try to get an appointment whenever I am able. I do at least have my current psych to monitor me while I wait. My current psych is great, but we think I need another therapy approach

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JynxModerator

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Hey @creative_writer hearing you've had a rough few days hun. How's this evening unfolding for you?

Glad you found another psych, and that your current one is also still there for you while you sort out your first appt. Totally understandable that it would feel pretty daunting to start up with someone new.

I really like your gamer strategy analogy @AlwaysMyself!! I think like a lot of things in life, therapy can be something that gets easier with experience, and eventually you can 'level up' to a point where you will know pretty quickly whether a particular support is going to be beneficial.

I hope the evening has been a gentle one for both of you 💜

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creative_writerSenior Contributor

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@Jynx not feeling great this evening, but I’m hanging on. Too many repetitive thoughts today. I do have my pdoc appointment this Friday and I can provide an update to him. I also see my psych on Tuesday. Urges are exhausting, so are cptsd and OCD thoughts. Maybe today is just about staying safe. I don’t feel up to much this evening, I am exhausted from classes.

The content just hit too close to home today. I have been enjoying it and I’ve met like minded people. One day I can work towards being able to work in the mental health space.

Starting therapy with a new psych is daunting. It is anxiety provoking being open with a stranger. That’s probably very natural. I can go slowly. I do need to stabilise before I process.

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AlwaysMyselfSenior Contributor

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Well done getting through the day @creative_writer , and big congrats on sending the email to the psych clinic to book an initial appointment — that is amazing! I know neither thing was easy, and that you were really struggling both before and after the class too.

I think you did amazing from what you have said! 😊

Why am I awake and online at midnight? Oops. I haven’t gotten tired/sleepy. My brain has been delving into all sorta of information rabbit-holes online this evening. But my cleaner has cancelled for tomorrow, so I don’t have anything on except my chiro appointment. I’m both relieved and disheartened that my cleaner has cancelled - it’s always the way when she cancelled. Socially I am relieved (no interactions needed), but from a “housework demands” perspective I am disheartened.

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creative_writerSenior Contributor

Re: Mixed feelings-might be getting another diagnosis (ED)

@AlwaysMyself I’m just waiting to hear back, I’ll need to complete the intake form and email my referral.

I think it makes sense to feel disheartened and relieved by your cleaner cancelling. I hope you are able to get relief from your chiro appointment. I hope you have had a kind day💖.

We continued risk assessment today and it wasn’t easy. Still having really loud thoughts. I see my pdoc tomorrow. I’m on my way home right now and safe. Staying safe at home will be challenging, but I suppose doable.

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Shaz51Senior Contributor

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Hello @creative_writer

Sitting here with you my friend 🧡

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