Yes, I think that not only should a PDOC get to know the patient, the patient should be encouraged to bring in people who know them well and get outsiders information on the patients behaviors. We need to reduce stigma to make this a more realistic option. I know in my case my mother, husband, children and my best friend I've known for almost 30 years would be willing to come answer questions and I think their information could be vital. Self reporting can be flawed. Doctors need to ask the RIGHT questions and they often don't. 15 minute appointments are not acceptable unless a person is stable on meds and it's just a check in.