Who told you that? Stigma again
. Yep; if you are referred to a Psychiatrist then you *have* problems
- that your GP can't deal with.
What's the difference between seeing a Gynecologist, ENT Surgeon or Psychiatrist? I know, there was a stigma but don't encourage those around you to continue the myth
I rarely tell anyone what medication I'm taking, which Specialistes I've been referred to, certainly I would NEVER tell my family - nowt to do with them! Would you tell people when you use the toilet
…… my GP and Himself are on the list of those who 'need to know'
'letting others down' is in your mind
- many years ago I was very ill one C.mas night and had to return to the Hotel. The next morning Mum told me crossly 'you spoiled the evening for the others then!' - "well nope, actually: if they aren't capable of having fun without my being around, that's there problem not mine. If they decided to let the evening be spoiled, that was there choice!"
I have NEVER told her any health problems again. It's obvious that she cares more about the feelings of others than my own. (long story short
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