I went to the doctor

[Torot0]

I finally told a professional about the way I'm feeling and my self harm and they completely brushed it off. They said it seems to be just a blip and will pass easily but how can that be when it's been going on for two and a half years? If even the doctors won't help me then what am I supposed to do? I'm totally stuck.

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Hi this doctor was well out of order. Unfortunately some just don't get mental health and can behave like this. Can you go and see a different doctor? I had to see a second one before I got any help. Let us know how you get on please. Take care.

bev x

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Hello Toro

All I can suggest here is you see your GP and get a referral to a CPN. I do not know if you are on treatment and have been discharged etc, although ask for that all important appointment to put your mind at rest

One thing I have seen is the state mental health services are being financed and the shortages this is causing.

This is no cheer for you and under the circumstances push your GP and get put on that ever lengthening waiting list.

Good Luck

BOB

[teajay]

Don't give up. Please take good care and keep us posted on how you are. I'd look for a second opinion. Keep looking until you find a doctor and/or therapist that can really HEAR you. You might want to keep a journal as somewhere down the line you might want to report being brushed off by a doctor when you are dealing with very serious issues....

Best to you... you are not alone, please believe that.

Tamra