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Originally Posted by HD7970GHZ
FearLess47 brings up some good points. The other part of diagnosis is that we can find something that fits so well and in our desperation to understand our ailments and to heal - we begin to believe that we are our illness. Make sure not to lose yourself in the googling as is mentioned by Fearless47, as that can lead to all kinds of additional issues.
Diagnosis takes a long time to make. It is usually made through patterns of behavior over a long period of time. That is why continuity of care by multiple therapists can be so effective in reaching an accurate diagnosis.
But we know ourselves best. If something truly resonates, and you have read literature and relate to fellow sufferer's stories - then by all means tell your therapist how you feel about it.
Thanks,
HD7970ghz
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Yes, HD...I was also going to add that my previous trauma T shared with me that when she was in grad school, it was very common for all of the psych students to feel as though they "had" each of the diagnoses they were studying at that time! She said she sometimes hesitates in even making diagnoses now with clients...because so many symptoms can intermingle and cross over. Particularly complex PTSD, which can sometimes be mistaken as other things. It's not an exact science unfortunately as we are "complex" human beings, no matter what our personal circumstances. There is a part of me that will feel relieved if I finally get an accurate diagnosis...but it certainly is only just one little piece of the puzzle.
Hang in there, all of us!
FearLess47