What should I expect..?!
Question: I have to go to a psychologist tomorrow to determine if I'm depressed or whatever and my mom is going too. I don't really like to talk to people that much, not because I'm like anti-social or anything I'm just really shy. So would I be like the center of attention? Or would she just talk to my mom? Also what type of questions might she ask?
Any help at all on this subject would be awesome. Thanks.
Answers: I have to go to a psychologist tomorrow to determine if I'm depressed or whatever and my mom is going too. I don't really like to talk to people that much, not because I'm like anti-social or anything I'm just really shy. So would I be like the center of attention? Or would she just talk to my mom? Also what type of questions might she ask?
Any help at all on this subject would be awesome. Thanks.
Beth just do your best, ask to talk with the doctor alone.
Most people are out there to help, not to make you look bad.
You should open up to the doctor about what's on your mind.
Ask the doctor to not share any details with your mom and they can't.
Your mom cares and wants to help, take this moment and have a good talk with some one who is just wanting to listen.
You are young and life can be tough, but with some good help you can be happy.
Most shy people just don't feel like they won't be listened too.
Talking about your feelings and how you feel will empower you to be a stronger, more out going person.
This going to the doctor won't hurt you, most likely will help some, not that you need any help.
By going to the doctor it will get your mom off your back and she will feel better, might give you more space.
when i went they asked me to fill out a sheet with random questions on it. it was just me and her at first then my mom came in. it was weird but it was simple. she just asked me questions about my life. what im doing how old what im into who are my friends and little things like that. her pen was writting fast and that was a little scary but thats about it. she did a neat relaxation thing it was really cozy place. i wouldnt worry about it. it might feel awkward but thats it. dont worry.
she asked me things about suicide too and about my fears but it was really random sort of questions i bet they all have different methods.
just dont reject them too quickly they can be a lot of help
My simple answer is this....the questions will be directed towards you and it is in your best interest to answer all questions honestly, there's very little risk in taking that stance. It appears you are going to your first evaluative visit, and the perogative in the visit is usually to identify why you elected to have the visit, discover a bit about you , your personality, and your background and hear what issues you may be dealing with in your life, whether good or bad, but remember this, do Not feel threatened with the interview, it is likely to be not intense, and should be conducted in a friendly matter. There is not shame in starting the process, in fect, think of it was "helping" yourself immensely. All information you share is held in confidence. Best of luck! I've been in this same environment on more than one occasion, and always found it to be less nerve racking, than what you might anticipate it to be!
the will probally ask you to fill out a sheet with questions they ask and then probally talk to just you and then to you and your mom, good luck.. cheer up! try exercising, that really helps with depression..
Oh oh oh
Therapists are professianls.
Dont Worry about it; they know how to make you feel very comfortable
it may feel slightly awkward at firsdt, but they are generally very friendly.
dont worry about it- its a good thing- almost a tool to help you survive in this crazy world.