General Impressions of Certain Psychiatrists I've Come Across


-There is a lack of accuracy in diagnosis at times due to limited time spent with the patient.

-Some psychiatrists are not thorough with collecting background information regarding past relationships (family, romantic, friendships, school, etc.) This lack of thoroughness lends way to a lack of understanding the patient as a human being.

-There is a failure to value patient insight.

-There is a lack of empathy regarding trauma.

-There appears to be a lack of continuity in community support and perhaps even in healthcare for those struggling with mental health.  Mental health must be managed in certain extreme cases. In another words, there is no cure or absolute solution in complex difficult cases.

-I am not a psychiatrist but given the importance of relationships pertaining to mental health, a focus on building health relationships for patients and with the patients appears to be a good strategy in conjunction with potential medication. Also, clear, direct communication involving feedback and self-reflection for both the psychiatrist and patient would be beneficial.

-Taking notes as a patient regarding thought-life surrounding self- perception, perceptions of people, onset/timing/triggers of specific thoughts, and intensity of thoughts, daily functionality with and without medicine, and more could be beneficial for both the patient and psychiatrist.

-Due to medical mismanagement and bad mental health, I have been struggling in poverty and disability for over ten years.

These general impressions that I’ve collected over the years with regards to some psychiatrists allows me to caution you to be careful about whom you choose as your psychiatrist.

Additionally, due to my experiences with prescription medicines, I sympathize with those addicted to drugs and alcohol. Addiction is a disease that must be treated and managed carefully in a comprehensive manner. Specifically, what I mean by comprehensive is a combination of existing efforts occurring in synergy. These existing efforts include:

-education about the nature, roots, effective treatment, and misperceptions of addiction to those addicted, families, and the community

-support from multiple sources including family, friends, support groups, church, government assistance, etc.

-inpatient withdrawal programs for a good amount of time, and financial support for those that can’t fund it on their own

-access to prescription medicines to curb withdrawal

-a no condemnation approach

-counseling

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