Another test out of the way!!

ok- I did it- I passed my psych test- and amazingly enough- I wasn't taken away in a white jacket. Just my NUT apt next weds, and sleep study in Feb, then bloodwork.  I went to see Dr Fredrick Friedman even though he didn't accept my insurance (will try and get some reimbursement from them) and was so happy I did go there.  I felt none of the "pre-judgement" that a lot of you said they felt- or felt he looked down upon me at all.  He was very easy to talk with and caring.  I definately recommend him for anyone dreading that apt!

Congrats Alexia on passing the psych eval.

Robin

Alexia,  Glad you had a great experience...as did I.  Another thing...seems many others spent more time with their doctor. I heard a few say they went, answered questions then had to come back later.  Dr. Friedman did it all in one, 1 hr session and it was over AND very painless! Never once did I ever feel uncomfortable or judged.

I agree- the only question he asked me that I couldn;t really answer truely- is really still haunting me.  "What makes me feel I am ready to do this now and suceed vrs all my other tries?"   I can't answer that truthfully to myself.  That scares me.  Did anyone else get asked this and TRUTHFULLY (I mean for themselves- not for some blurby answer) answer it.  How did you answer it- if it isn't too personal to share?   I answered it in another form, a "Why do you feel surgery is the answer when all other things have failed?"  My answer was- that "plain and simple, I am a chicken.  Surgery for me is a HUGE ordeal.  I am at the point of feeling like an animal caught in a trap and the only way out is chewing my arm off- and so I am going to.  If I undertake such an ordeal, I couldn't possibly see myself letting it fail."

Alexia, I was asked that question and my only answer is.....Because I have to. I can not do it on my own and my health is a huge factor. Plain and simple...this is my last chance but with help.  I have never had the help part and I have always failed. I'm very luck and fortunate that my insurance has approved me. I consider it a very generous gift!!

that is true- I have always tried to go it either alone- or with hubby who loses weight at the drop of a hat (so discouraging to me when I work so hard at it)   thanks!