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Old Nov 05, 2015, 09:44 AM
StartingFreshNow StartingFreshNow is offline
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My mom is similar. She's very close minded when it comes to medical things/diagnosis and medications. Unfortunately I haven't found anything that works for me. At one point I was diagnosed as Bipolar and I kept it from her because I knew she'd react badly. It turns out they reversed the diagnosis, but still, I definitely have depression and anxiety. I just don't open up to her about it. It sucks because I could really use her support but I've just come to a point where it's not worth it. It creates more stress and anxiety to "argue" with her over whether or not I actually have a problem and then how it should be treated.

If I didn't personally have this experience with my mom I'd probably tell you to try to educate your mom - show her the research and the information related to what you are diagnosed with. Have her go to doctor appointments with you so the doctors can explain to her that your problem is "real" and physical, not just something you've made up and can choose not to have. However, I don't think it's worth it in my case, so I'd understand if you didn't think it was worth it either.

Good luck!
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About me:
34 yr old mom of a 6 yr old and 4 year old
Diagnosed with depression and anxiety (new diagnosis) as well as adult onset ADHD (mild in my opinion)
Currently taking Adderall and Prozac
Thanks for this!
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