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The Doctor Will See You Now: A Look At Psychiatry

10/1/2019

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Psychiatrists can be a vital part of a mental health team. They have great knowledge of mental health diagnoses, symptoms, and medication. Along with therapy, Psychiatrists can help their patients make improvements in their mental health and well-being.
A diagnosis is not necessary to receive medication. This title is a way of communicating individual needs from one professional to another. These words should be considered health related, just as a medical doctor would communicate with their patients on physical symptoms and label what their patient is experiencing. ​

Symptoms are an important factor in psychiatry. Body sensations that we have are often indicators of how we are feeling.  I recommend telling your Psychiatrist about all your medication, vitamins, symptoms, and diagnosis so they are more likely to to help you with your individual needs.

You most likely would have some questions before meeting with a new Psychiatrist. Before meeting with a new doctor, I recommend writing down a few questions that you may have, so you feel prepared. Each Psychiatrist will run their office a little differently, but all require some paperwork before getting started.  They will likely ask you about your mental health history, the history of your immediate family, medication history, present medications, etc. I recommend bringing the information with you or writing it down beforehand so you can share it easily with your new doctor. 


Stay well,
Megan Bowling, M.A., LMFT

 **For specifics on medication, please contact a Psychiatrist for additional information. ​
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Rebecca Gardner link
11/9/2020 11:45:20 am

Thanks for explaining why we need to tell our psychiatrist about any vitamins or medications we've been taking. My sister is planning on finding a psychiatry service to talk with about her social anxiety soon. I appreciate you sharing this info I can pass along to help her get the most value from her appointments!

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Megan Bowling, LMFT link
11/11/2020 01:02:49 pm

Rebecca,
You're most welcome. I'm happy to help. I hope your sister feels better very soon.

Megan Bowling

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John Carston link
11/12/2021 07:55:01 pm

It helped when you mentioned that a diagnosis is a way of communicating individual needs from one professional to another. A friend of mine mentioned to me last night about having mental health consultation because of depression and asked if I have any idea what is the best option to do. Thanks to this informative article and I'll be sure to tell him that it will be much better if he consults a trusted psychiatrist as they can answer all his inquiries and will provide proper treatment.

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Mia Evans link
6/10/2022 03:21:35 am

It's interesting to know that our body indicators can tell how we are actually feeling. It would probably be time for my cousin to get her mom psychiatric services this year. It's because she has been really all over the place these days, and we are concerned about her.

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11/8/2022 06:29:53 pm

An individual with a mental health issue needs a mental health treatment plan, often called a "mental health care plan." Your doctor can draught a plan for you if you have mental health difficulties. The plan outlines the kind of medical treatment you require as well as the goals you and your doctor have set for yourself. You could also be referred to neighbourhood mental health services.

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    About The Author:  Megan Bowling, M.A., LMFT is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Orange, California.  She has been in the mental health field for more than eight years. Megan's specialties include: anxiety, trauma, life changes, mood, relationships, and school challenges.
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