A psychiatrist ! Is it really worth it ?

[ikbenrifi]

So i'm thinking of going to a psychiatrist, but i'm really doubting that i'm gonna benifit something out of it, i don't really like the idea of taking medication to cure SA !
I'm afraid i'll waste my money for nothing, what do you think guys !?
Any feedback would be appreciated. Thanks

 

[muxmux]

It worked wonders for me. But a psychiatrist alone won't help all your problems, it requires a big effort on your part as well. Its worth as long as u want it to be.

 

[lonelypothead]

After being depressed for years I finally "caved in" and saw a mental health professional. It doesn't work for everyone, and it won't immediately solve all your problems, but proper medication made getting my life together a lot easier.

 

[SilentBird]

Most psychiatrists don't treat people as human beings but as diagnoses. Their first line of defence is medication. At best medication can provide relief from symptoms. A psychologist or therapist is more likely to be helpful in identifying the causes of your issues. They may help you explore possible strategies to deal with your anxiety.

 

[Tulicks]

Committing yourself to psychiatric treatment is a long and frustration process; at least it is for me. I am seeing a psychiatrist, and I am on medication now, but a lot of the problems I deal with internally still exist even with the medication I'm taking. However, I can confidently say that I am doing a lot better than I was before taking medication.

 

[WeirdyMcGee]

I've been working on therapy over psychiatry right now.
I feel much more comfortable with this, as 99% of any medication I have tried in the past just makes me sick.
Some methods and medications will work for you when they haven't for others and vice-versa.
The only thing you can do is start trying.

Work on what seems like the best thing for you.
Work on yourself, be active and open to new treatment ideas.

 

[lyricalliaisons]

For myself, psychiatry was/is a godsend as therapy hasn't helped me at all. Medication is the only relief I've gotten with my anxiety or depression.

 

[Hoppy]

"A good doctor treats the disease, a great doctor treats the patient who has the disease."

 

[shahnawaz STOP!!!]

i am thinking of seeing a psychiatrist aswell bt m duobting it gonna help me or not ....... i guess its also a part of anxiety which stops us to do so....

 

[EscapeArtist]

Everybody reacts differently to medication, it's worth a try, I've heard some people respond well to it, and even if it doesn't work for you, it's one method to check off your list of attempts and develop a stance on.

 

[Canis lupus]

I'm seeing a psychiatrist for medication and a psychologist to help me conquer my SA and my anger. I'm still very angry but they helped me a lot with my SA. When I first walked in there I was spending my days smoking weed to ease the fear and pain. I didn't do anything with my life all out of fear. Now I practically stopped smoking weed, I do volunteerwork, I'm studying again and have much less problems with all those little things like going to the store, walking across the street and so on than I used to. I still have a long way to go but I also accomplished so much already because of my psychologist.
I had the same doubts as you for a long time. I didn't believe anyone could help me but looking back at it I can honestly say it's the best decision I've ever made. Just don't immediatly expect miracles. It took about half a year before I started to see any improvement and I often thought about quiting but now I look forward to our next appointment. It feels so good to have some to talk to who understands and supports you and won't judge or attack you.

 

[bcsr]

It didn't really work for me. Was basically just someone I vented to once every two weeks.

 

[ikbenrifi]

thank you all for the feedback;
i thought if i just save my money, my SA would be better, i also think internet can really be benificial for beating SA, but the fact is internet was there all the time without me doing any better; i'm just confused !

 

[psych]

In my experience, it really depends on the psychiatrist seen... & The patient's expectations.

You will most likely be prescribed an antidepressant. At least, around here, anyways.

Most psychiatrists I know of do not like to prescribe benzodiazepines, especially not before they get to know a patient. Unfortunately, with good reason, due to potential for addiction, or dependency.

Hoppy, I really like that quote.

I would try it, if it fails, back to the drawing board, as they say. Best of luck to you.