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1st appointment with psychiatrist - what to expect?

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1st appointment with psychiatrist - what to expect?

Hi guys. I'm new here. I've only been diagnosed (well I'm not even really sure about that because not quite sure what the diagnosis is?!) a few weeks ago and started on meds. I went back to my GP today who has now referred me to a psychiatrist because she hasn't come across my symptoms before. I have never been to a psychiatrist and I was wondering if anyone could give me a heads up about what to expect? Any tips on how to prepare myself? I'm kind of nervous because I'm a nurse myself so I'm feeling very vulnerable as the patient for a change. Thanks in advance x

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Unknown userMember

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Will write more later @outlander xx

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outlanderSenior Contributor

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Aww @Former-Member
Im always there even when im not ❤❤❤
And no its not weird at all. I know many members on here feel more connected to their friends here then they do in life form myself included.
I missed you while i was away ⚘⚘

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outlanderSenior Contributor

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Thats ok @Former-Member take your time 💖💖

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ParadeadCasual Contributor

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No thats why you have to trust listen to and consider everyone.trust no one but yourseld and research all options suggested by anyone at all let alone your doc.

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outlanderSenior Contributor

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i find if you cant trust your health professionals then my insticts are to change to someone else. its great to know the options and research it but sometimes not all research is relevant to your case @Paradead

so i think its important to have some trust in your gp and your psychiatrist (the ones who deal with meds) otherwise your questioning everything all the time instead of giving them a chance

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outlanderSenior Contributor

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Really missing you Nookie
Youve got me so worried. You havent came back
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