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Post by Deleted on Dec 10, 2013 17:28:37 GMT
After being diagnosed with Anxiety, depression, social anxiety, panic disorder, agoraphobia, emetophobia and Post Natal Psychosis, Turns out that these (excl the emetophobia) all could be part of one gigantic disorder. BPD.
As some of you know I've had a pretty rough 6 months, where there has been many downs (more than ups  ) But it has recently come to light that I could be one of the many people with BPD. I went to see my GP this morning, who agreed that it does seem that I match criteria for diagnosis and I have gotten off the phone with the Mental Health Team for my area who has given me ALL information on organisations and charities in my local area who provide support specifically for personality disorders and family/friends living with personality disorders and also said that the traits I am showing all coincide with BPD and basically I just need a written diagnosis. I am awaiting an in depth assessment later on this week, once I have done that they can move forward.
I also spoke to my mum today and told her what I had done today, she wasn't surprised infact she responded with 'I have always said this but no one would listen to me' - I'm still trying to figure out WHO she said this to, because it certainly wasn't me!! lol
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Post by mia on Dec 10, 2013 17:33:47 GMT
Wow Keeley, how do you feel about it all? I know reactions to diagnosis can kind of be a mixed bag. I had a similar experience when I told my best friend about mine, first thing she said was "Well I've thought you've had that for years", i was like oh and you didn't think to mention it to me? lol.
I suppose now, you'll have a new treatment plan which should hopefully be a positive because this time it'll be tailored to the right problem if that makes sense.
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Post by kayleigh on Dec 10, 2013 17:34:35 GMT
I am the same my phyciatrist said i have all the above and bpd i understand how hard it is no full diagnosis and all thease things playing a part of your life daily but at least one dianosis is better than none i hope you find a full and proper diagnosis soon x keep fighting  |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 10, 2013 17:40:57 GMT
If I am brutally honest, I have been able to make so much sense from it (as it has explained SO MUCH about me that I was so concerned about) That I am HAPPY! To finally not be palmed off on to medication and counselling or another false diagnosis and I am able to receive the tailored treatment and support which I needed in the first place.
Why do people pretty much always say that after you tell them about a diagnosis?! If you think it TELL ME! lol X
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Post by Deleted on Dec 10, 2013 17:42:26 GMT
Thank You Kayleigh!! Obviously I will keep you guys updated with it all anyway  Just another board to pester you lovely, wonderful, amazing people on! lol X |
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Post by mia on Dec 10, 2013 18:03:21 GMT
That's brilliant! I'm so glad you're happy with it all. Good luck with your treatment! I hope it means things will start to improve for you |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 10, 2013 18:06:01 GMT
Thank You Mia  X |
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Post by lucyrob on Dec 10, 2013 18:45:06 GMT
So glad it must have gone ok with the GP. For once a GP appointment has gone the way someone wanted. So glad you plucked up the courage to go and that it all makes sense now!
Hope you get the support you need this this
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Post by Deleted on Dec 10, 2013 18:50:38 GMT
It's really good you've had such a quick response with the MH team. |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 11, 2013 22:58:14 GMT
It almost seems as though bpd is being thrown around by doctors alot lately? Its seems everyone has it. Two of my friends randomly had their diagnosis changed to this for no reason
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Post by dogswithbigears on Dec 12, 2013 13:39:35 GMT
The last psych doc I saw decided I had BPD too! The exact phrases he used were, "There is something wrong with your personality." and "If you want to know more, look it up on the internet." He also told me to get a self help book from the library when I suggested some psychotherapy might help me. I've requested a change of medic...
I've not long escaped an abusive relationship and have been very confused about a lot of things. I know now that this can happen when you've been gaslighted a lot; combine that with my utter denial about the situation I was in and a lot of "symptoms" can surface that are very unpleasant. However, I'm uncertain that it's a good idea to try to "diagnose" them.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 12, 2013 15:34:54 GMT
So sorry to hear you've not long been out of an abusive relationship, I too have been there.
I reckon this has stemmed from alot of traumatic happenings in my life, It was almost like the doctors have been waiting for me to ask for an assessment with the way I have been treated by them lol so quickly and 'no surprise' attitude lol. x
Kim - I went to the doctors and asked to be assessed for it, they didn't mention it to me. I know alot of people who are and have been reassessed recently, maybe their showing symptoms that they weren't showing before x
Laura - I am very thankful they have been so quick, but I must praise the East and North Herts MH Team they are very good and very quick and don't think I once have ever had an issue with them. x
Lucy - Thank you so much! I was so so scared they were going to turn me away or say I am being stupid etc. Normal thoughts lol but they were so good with me. X
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Post by dogswithbigears on Dec 17, 2013 9:44:56 GMT
I don't feel like that at all  I've read an awful lot about BPD since a Dr told me he thought I had it and I find it difficult to identify with. My problem now is that I don't feel like my concerns about misdiagnosis will be listened to; that I'll be told I lack insight and that I'm twisting things to suit my own agenda. I'm a ruminator; I over think things. Because my head is so noisy with thoughts I don't make snap decisions because it's hard to find clarity amongst all the noise. I problem solve by thinking and thinking and thinking. And I'm driving myself round the bend here because I have this terrible fear of not being believed. And it's almost like I've stopped trusting myself too. Hard to know where to turn... |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 20, 2013 14:05:36 GMT
Ok so I've heard back from the single point of access team and I have an assessment with the community mental health team on the 14th January at 1.30!
Just thought I would update you all
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Post by Nick with OCD on Dec 20, 2013 14:10:18 GMT
well done. At least your single point of access have referred you to the CMHT. My single point of access referred me directly to adult psychological therapy service without assessment.
I'm still trying to sort it out, especially after talking to you last night.
ps, sorry you were getting worked up and PO'd with me
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) But it has recently come to light that I could be one of the many people with BPD. I went to see my GP this morning, who agreed that it does seem that I match criteria for diagnosis and I have gotten off the phone with the Mental Health Team for my area who has given me ALL information on organisations and charities in my local area who provide support specifically for personality disorders and family/friends living with personality disorders and also said that the traits I am showing all coincide with BPD and basically I just need a written diagnosis. I am awaiting an in depth assessment later on this week, once I have done that they can move forward. 
Just another board to pester you lovely, wonderful, amazing people on! lol X
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I've read an awful lot about BPD since a Dr told me he thought I had it and I find it difficult to identify with. 
