Saw the psychiatrist today for first time!

[Chloekat84]

Well as a few of you know i was feeling nervous about my psychiatrist appointment today. It wasn't too scary just a lot of questions especially about my past and me filling out a few forms. It turns out i have borderline personality disorder and dysthymia which is a type of depression. Apparently ive had this for years without knowing. Apparently notes are going to be sent to my doctor and he is going to treat me with mood stabilizers as well as other treatment. Apparently that's it i don't go back to see the psych anymore it was just to find out what was wrong with me but at least now we know what we are working with. Feeling a little more positive now im more in control of what im diagnosed with. Hope everyone is well x

[JessF]

Hello Chloe, it is something of a relief when you can put a label on something. You know I'd never heard of borderline personality disorder before coming to these forums but it seems like there are quite a lot of people that have this diagnosis, so you are certainly not alone. 

I've had the same experience as you in that I have been to see psychiatrists at only certain times when I've had a crisis and then it's been back to my GP for ongoing management, which I am happy with as I really like my GP and have a good relationship there. Well done on taking that next step!

[Zoe__lt_3]

Good work Chloe,

Glad to hear things went well and you now have a diagnosis!

Good luck with your ongoing treatment 🙂

Zoe x

[Chloekat84]

Thank you for the support zoe and jess. I dont see my doc till next week so just need to et through this time before i can receive proper treatment. Having a bit of an off day today but i guess thats normal with this illness. Just hope to feel a bit better later on in the day. We will see. Take care x