Have my first psychiatrist appointment ever on Monday. I’m nervous, any tips? How should I prepare?

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Just be you. When you go they will ask what brought you in (be honest) and they will have a few questions. It's a relatively smooth process.

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Just be honest. They are there to help.

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They may prescribe you a bunch of different treatment options so you’ll have to remember to be honest about what’s working and what’s not working.

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Deloitte 1- I don’t really know what’s going on. I’ve been feeling more depressed than anxious, but there’s definitely some anxiety there too. It’s really exhausting and therapy alone just isn’t working

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Been there Take the drugs They can change your life

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To the best of your ability, dig around the family skeletons and try to find out if there’s anyone in your close family who has had the same symptoms as you. Also, if the psychiatrist prescribes you any medication on the first visit, it is likely to be a low dose. Ask about side effects. Remember that psychiatrists can only help if you are completely honest with them

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Good luck! Like others have said, be honest and go in with an open mind. I dealt with a serious bout of anxiety and depression in college. It will get better. Just be prepared to be patient with the process. It can take some time to find the right med and dose that works for you.

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