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Mental Health Support

Siwsan

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11. So true but I struggle with that

Reply to SheltieLover (Reply #9)

Thu Sep 19, 2024, 12:25 PM

Sep 2024

As a child, and even an adult, every time something emotionally hurtful or bad happened to me, my mom would let me know it was either my fault, or not big deal and just get over it.. Never a word of comfort or support. I've spent a lot of time feeling guilty about things over which I had no control.

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Today's my appointment at Oak Street and my anxiety is red-lining [View all] Siwsan Sep 2024 OP

I'm holding the good thought that this therapist will be so good for you, my dear Siwsan! CaliforniaPeggy Sep 2024 #1

I was trying to remember the last time I had fun that didn't involve my kidcats Siwsan Sep 2024 #10

A virtual hug for you Siswan. redwitch Sep 2024 #2

This will be a good test of the anxiety medication Siwsan Sep 2024 #7

Have you tried cannabis? pwb Sep 2024 #3

I think it's a problem taking it with psychotropic medications Siwsan Sep 2024 #8

Because they want you to keep taking medications. pwb Sep 2024 #12

I wish you the best. Hopefully, the new guy will be kind, understanding, and helpful. Hugs. LoisB Sep 2024 #4

Sending good wishes and hugs to you 🤗 LiberalLoner Sep 2024 #5

Wishing you the best today ... well, every day! I like KPN Sep 2024 #6

Please try to keep in mind that the provider, not you, is at fault if they don't have a calming bedside manner SheltieLover Sep 2024 #9

So true but I struggle with that Siwsan Sep 2024 #11

Well, she was wrong SheltieLover Sep 2024 #13