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verging on a breakdown..

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Today marks the 3 year anniversary of the death of a much loved friend, so I was already feeling quite emotional.

The postman drops a letter through my door, one look at the envelope sends me into complete and utter panic.

The reason being, this is yet another appointment date for yet another work capability assessment.

My initial thought after reading? I can't do this anymore. I am so sick of being forced to endure these soul destroying, humiliating, demeaning assessments.

I so wish I was well enough to work, physically and mentally, I really do.

Hope I find the strength/courage from somewhere to see me through..

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Goldfish_

It sounds like you are admitting to a health problem, which your employers are also aware of. Why not be honest to yourself and your employers - although I guess that will mean losing your current role at work? It sounds difficult to keep your job if you are not well enough for it.

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JDJ23To28AND1-2

That sounds awful. I've been placed under 'The Mental Health Act,' and have to go to an informal court, every 6 Months, And I feel bewildered and humiliated, every time. Hopefully things Get Better For You. I may not always be here, but hopefully, Someone Always Will Be, On This Forum.

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0101 in reply to JDJ23To28AND1-2

What a lovely reply from someone going through their own tough times. Do you have, or would you want someone to go with you when you attend? I know there are some places in the UK where this might be available. And if it's not near where you are, and you thought it might help you, it should be :-)

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JDJ23To28AND1-2 in reply to 0101

Thanks, The Lawyers And Advocates don't Know Me that well, And My Own Dad presented more evidence against Me. I thought I may lay low, for 2 years, then go on hunger-strike, If they still don't think I'm "well".

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0101 in reply to JDJ23To28AND1-2

Laying low sounds like a plan, just for now and to give yourself some time to heal. It's very hard to be well without good support, so use the forum and keep believing in yourself.

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0101

Hello hidden...how are you doing now? I hope you are there and managing to get through

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