They said that treating my individual issues with separate diagnosis would mean that things would contradict and others bits would be left out, which would be counter productive. The issues added together mean I got a bpd diagnosis, and the treatment for that will hopefully ease the symptoms of my other problems (anxiety, recurrent depression, eating issues etc)
She also said I am not a typical bpd case as I am generally high functioning and have a long term relationship, but there are signs of the condition worsening ATM and they want to try and prevent that continuing.
My GP referred me to the ED specialists as well, but they spoke to my care coordinator at the CMHT and they are going to hold off on treatment ( I think) and then work with the CMHT once my bpd treatment is underway.
I have been referred for DBT and it's being fast tracked so I can start a bit sooner. Don't know how long the wait is though. And I have to continue with my lofepramine and they've doubled my quetiapine that I take at night to hope that helps.
Anything for you Soph. Thank you for sharing with me, I appreciate knowing how you're doing :)
Must have been a pretty overwhelming discussion, that's a lot of information they gave you. But it sounds like they have considered the best way forward and treatment, and that's important.
I don't believe in a lot if bpd cases, but then I also know it exists. And whether it exists in you (or is a handy catch all title) is semantics in light of treatment. The illness, stigma can suck with the label but dbt is my most favourite treatment ever. I hope you find it just as rewarding :)
(and it sounds like by acknowledging you're high functioning they're determined not to subject you to stigma and such, which is helpful.)
You'll get through this. Massive admiration goes out to you for getting the support you need xx
I completely shut down on her at first. Then I cried. It was hard. But I do understand what they've chosen the diagnosis, and they haven't ruled out changing it.
Im looking forward to dbt. I've only had counselling up until now, which although helpful, isn't as practical in coping strategies etc by the sounds of it.
All I know right now is I am determined to give this my best shot because something needs to change.
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Did they explain the disorder, how it relates to you,? With a diagnosis will they now arrange support?
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She also said I am not a typical bpd case as I am generally high functioning and have a long term relationship, but there are signs of the condition worsening ATM and they want to try and prevent that continuing.
My GP referred me to the ED specialists as well, but they spoke to my care coordinator at the CMHT and they are going to hold off on treatment ( I think) and then work with the CMHT once my bpd treatment is underway.
I have been referred for DBT and it's being fast tracked so I can start a bit sooner. Don't know how long the wait is though. And I have to continue with my lofepramine and they've doubled my quetiapine that I take at night to hope that helps.
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Must have been a pretty overwhelming discussion, that's a lot of information they gave you. But it sounds like they have considered the best way forward and treatment, and that's important.
I don't believe in a lot if bpd cases, but then I also know it exists. And whether it exists in you (or is a handy catch all title) is semantics in light of treatment. The illness, stigma can suck with the label but dbt is my most favourite treatment ever. I hope you find it just as rewarding :)
(and it sounds like by acknowledging you're high functioning they're determined not to subject you to stigma and such, which is helpful.)
You'll get through this. Massive admiration goes out to you for getting the support you need xx
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Im looking forward to dbt. I've only had counselling up until now, which although helpful, isn't as practical in coping strategies etc by the sounds of it.
All I know right now is I am determined to give this my best shot because something needs to change.
Xxx
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