first behaveral appt

Had my first Psych Eval on 8-7-07 with Scott Glass.. what a very nice man.  I felt  comfortable with him.    He told me that I was not the only one feeling the way I feel.  I let loose on him and really opened up.  I don't open up with anyone..I'm shocked I did.  I will be going back for a second Psych Eval on August 17 with him.  My Insurance requires 2 Evaluations.  I'm thinking I passed.. but I don't know now... today in the mail I received a letter about the "Quality of Live Inventory" questionnaire they have you fill out after your appointment.. and well I didn't score high at all.  There are 4 different levels and I scored the lowest one.  I scored a 31.....This is what my score reads.....   0-36 VERY LOW: Your profile suggests that you are quite unhappy and unfulfilled in life.  People scoring in this ranger struggle to get their basic needs met or achieve goals that are important to them.  You are at a higher risk for developing physical and/or mental health problems.  Recommendations-Contact a mental health professional to help you improve your quality of life.   WOW isn't that an eye opener.  I don't feel "mental".  Just a little depressed because of my weight.  That is why I am in the process of getting RNY.  I need help, I cannot do it on my own.  He said all my depression is caused from my weight.  I truly believe this too.  If I could just get down to a "normal" weight I would be happier and healthier...but you know how insurance's work....  

Just hang in there Jodi. I am sure that the docs will do everything possible to help you out in your endeavor.

Every little step you take adds up to the final results.  You will get there.  Focus on each appointment and you'll do great.   I remember when I was where you are at.  Now I am on the liquid diet - day 5 - with surgery on 8-22.  It will happen!!!! Cindy  :)

Hang in there Jodi.  They will do another QOL survey after 6 months and you'll be surprised at the changes.  My one year was at the top of the list.  I imagine if they took it now, I'd blow it out of the water because I'm so happy with my life.