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ReginaPhalange
ReginaPhalange
My social worker/care coordinator is due out at 2. I spoke to him on the phone and he insinuated there was nothing wrong with me and it was my fault I felt like this etc.

I've had issues with him in the past but I just want to know how I can get him to take me seriously for once. Any ideas will be welcome
Community Leaderacuriousfish
acuriousfish
If he does not believe you when you have been properly diagnosed by a suitable professional it's doubtful you can shift his position and I wouldn't try.

Ask to speak to his supervisor. They are not qualified to make such a determination.
deleted_user
deleted_user
How about a letter from a pdoc . . . or from an attorney . . . explaining how discriminating based on their mental health status is against the law. Also remind him that he is not qualified to diagnose mental health conditions or advise anyone in how to treat mental health issues. Possibly state something in the letter to the effect that his actions could be construed as practicing medicine without a license. LOL I think any of these things would probably shut his yapper up pretty quickly. Good luck!
ReginaPhalange
ReginaPhalange
I think I really need to speak to someone about him again. He often focuses on the fact I got dx BPD last year and tells me I focus too much on BP.

I feel like I'm lying all the time. Like there's nothing really there, and its all just some lucid image so that I can get free drugs or something
Shelly4
Shelly4
Maybe your husband could have a convo with him to assure him that he see's symptoms of concern? Regina, you don't need someone with that kind of attitude. I would definately advocate for yourself and talk to someone about his attitude. Even if he doesnt believe you, he sould not be making your feel awkward about your concerns....xo
XForTheLoveOFX
XForTheLoveOFX
where do you guys get these doctors from? I guess i am fortunate and have wonderful doctors. the horror stories on here scare the crap out of me.
deleted_user
deleted_user
You'd be surprised, ForTheLove. These "professionals" are everywhere. I remember seeing a therapist when I was a teenager that didn't believe that mental disorders warranted prescribing medications and that everything could be talked out in sessions. What a load of crap! Needless to say, I didn't see her for very long.
deleted_user
deleted_user
Great advice guys! If you followed these recommendations and didn't get satisfaction, I would find a new care coordinator. You do not need his/her shit!
ReginaPhalange
ReginaPhalange
I wasn't happy with what he said to me today, he's decided that it is nothing to do with BP and just stress. He even spoke to my good friend who has been witnessing my mood and dismissed her too.
I'm putting in a formal complaint and am going to bring it up with my pdoc on Weds
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