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Old Sep 01, 2011, 04:00 AM
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Not sure where to post this but would appreciate feedback.

I have to get two health forms completed for a school clinical program I've just started. I CAN think of reasons and know why they need the mental health information and meds but at the same time feel that privacy is being violated and freaking out. They don't know me yet and they will see the anti-psychotic among other things and I am worried about repercussions of judgments (as I am basing one now ironically). The fact that I am already stressed, I know is playing into this but I was hoping to start on a level playing field with this new program and it is a small community that I will be working in and with. No one knows and did not want to be known based solely on these reasons or act as a background in their minds.

One form is to be completed by the physician and I'm not as worried about, as my doc is excited about it the program. The other is completed by me and one of the questions states:

1. MENTAL HEALTH:
Have you ever received treatment for a nervous condition or emotional problems?
"Yes" is the only option
WHEN? then fill in the blank so "On-going", "Currently", what would be appropriate, suggestions? I can't get into listing dates as has been going on for so long but it will continue as I will always be treated. It doesn't ask 'for what' thankfully.

2. Then it wants a List of all meds, specify. I am tempted to put that "There is an up to date list in my wallet," as there is. LOL. Then I saw the doc is required to list them too; you should see how small the space is for both of us. They definitely won't fit.

I know it's not just about the forms, it's about the 'being known' part. My experiences to date have been treated like a pariah so have learned to try educate where I can but have kept it to myself until the right moment comes. I just don't know how to handle this. In the meantime I will try to calm down, but feel so disappointed and filled with dread. I can't get into T until after these forms are due, but will talk about this next time. Meanwhile, I really appreciate y'alls thoughts and support.
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