Adjustment Disorder?

[b_l_u_e_b_e_l_l_]

I've just come back from my long term gp... who has written a new mental health plan and referral for me.

Along with depression.... it has Adjustment Disorder written on it!!

I feel really quite angry...

As far as I know adjustment disorder refers to a symptoms which are virtually an "over the top" or "unreasonable" reaction to life circumstances.

My gp who has known me half my life and witnessed severe grief and tragedy with a potential crisis currently unfolding has written this....

I feel totally betrayed and so upset. Like he has just invalidated everything I've been and continue to go through. My history is long.. and traumatic...

I just don't get it...

[antifragile_dad]

The important thing to remember with mental illness is that is it just like any other health issue. Unfortunately there is stigma around it but you wouldn't be upset with you doctor for correctly diagnosing a broken finger.

Dealing with depression and adjustment disorder is tough! It's great that you've come here to talk about it rather than try and cope alone.

[Hope_Springs]

Hi bluebell, I’m wondering how things are going for you? I am going through the same feelings you wrote in your original post and could have written it word for word as you did. I’ve read all the replies and am planning to discuss it in depth with my GP but am wondering how things are given that some time has passed since your post?