Posted by David Smith on June 27, 2003, at 0:10:20
In reply to how to find a good doc, posted by aquestioner on June 25, 2003, at 23:02:18
> Hi, I'm new to all of this stuff and really don't like my psychiatrist. He seems rude, disinterested, and not helpful. I keep telling him that I get so angry I feel like I'm losing control of myself and might hurt someone and he just says that is "normal in depression and anxiety," and sends me on my way. I just started 150 of WEllbutrin in the mornings and want to kill by late afternoon. How can I find a good doc? Do I "interview" them? I don't know anyone who can suggest one here...I'm in San Diego...anyone have a nice, good doc?
I envy you. You have the opportunity to control the course of your condition. For many of us years of psychopharmocology has left us with few options.
I suggest you search for a good nutritionist first. "Mental illness" often has physical causes beyond the traditional model of a chemical imbalance. A holistic practioner may help to identify what your true needs are. They may also provide a good referral should you truly require a psychiatrist.
You may want to adjust your dosage of wellbutrin. A pill cutter is invaluable. Please consider discussing this with your doctor. Talk to him even if it is difficult.
My brother took wellbutrin and experienced similar effects. Unfortunately he was taking the extended release formula and getting off of it proved to be very difficult.
By the way, some of my best doctors/therapists were jerks. I agree that all health care workers should be compassionate but they are only human too. It is too easy to be distracted from our own needs.
Best wishes to you. I am struggling with anger myself. It is frightening losing control of my body due to rage. That is the time when I challenge myself the most. And when I conquer the rage I feel so goooood!
Dave
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