Guest guest Posted December 9, 2000 Report Share Posted December 9, 2000 In a message dated 12/7/00 2:49:27 PM Pacific Standard Time, srs1319@... writes: << Can anyone tell me how you did your psych eval? Do you just go to any psychiatrist and give him the form with Dr. R's criteria and have them do the eval? Any help you can give me will be greatly appreciated. Sue Siefferman >> Sure. The psych eval. is to determine that you are not psychotic, and able to make decisions about your health. It is also there so that if you experience post-op depression,you have someone to turn to. Remember you are not asking anyone's permission to have this surgery.You are an adult. Let them know upfront what you want out of them. Unless he's changed the requirements,a letter stating you are compitent ,and understand post-op depression could occur should suffice. I had a psychiatrist who said she didn't want me to have this surgery and felt I could be eating for other reasons. (Even though I had spent $600 on a program specifically designed to figure this out,independant of her. They said they found a happy person,who seemed to eat for energy and not emotions) Anyway,my response was " If I am eating for those reasons then I'm strong enough to handle whatever comes behind this surgery " . You don't continue letting an alcoholic drink whiles he's in therapy,right? She said " I don't like these types of surgeries " I replied " Then don't have it.I'm not here for permission,I'm here so that you can assess compitence " ..She backed off! I've been post-op almost 9 1/2 months and am down 88 lbs. I am in control,and truly do not find myself eating for emotional reasons. I had to give up syrup,ice cream,hard candy,and cheesecake. Big deal.I have not mass murdered anyone,and have had minimal sad moments. For me,this whole process was very empowering. I made a decision,and researched. In the face of much opposition,I made a major change in my life,took risks and ended up a healthier,stronger person because of it. Others have experienced a post-op depression.Food,specifically carbs, are a great way to bathe the brain in some wonderful neurotransmittors. That coupled with hormonal(and other physical ) changes, make for a challenging post-op experience. Dealing with depression early on in your recovery would be essential. Having someone to go to and talk with, and possibly getting on medication is very important. I got winded here(what's new?LOL!). Please feel free to contact me as questions arise. Best of luck in your journey! Osler 2/21/00 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 9, 2000 Report Share Posted December 9, 2000 In a message dated 12/7/00 2:49:27 PM Pacific Standard Time, srs1319@... writes: << Can anyone tell me how you did your psych eval? Do you just go to any psychiatrist and give him the form with Dr. R's criteria and have them do the eval? Any help you can give me will be greatly appreciated. Sue Siefferman >> Sure. The psych eval. is to determine that you are not psychotic, and able to make decisions about your health. It is also there so that if you experience post-op depression,you have someone to turn to. Remember you are not asking anyone's permission to have this surgery.You are an adult. Let them know upfront what you want out of them. Unless he's changed the requirements,a letter stating you are compitent ,and understand post-op depression could occur should suffice. I had a psychiatrist who said she didn't want me to have this surgery and felt I could be eating for other reasons. (Even though I had spent $600 on a program specifically designed to figure this out,independant of her. They said they found a happy person,who seemed to eat for energy and not emotions) Anyway,my response was " If I am eating for those reasons then I'm strong enough to handle whatever comes behind this surgery " . You don't continue letting an alcoholic drink whiles he's in therapy,right? She said " I don't like these types of surgeries " I replied " Then don't have it.I'm not here for permission,I'm here so that you can assess compitence " ..She backed off! I've been post-op almost 9 1/2 months and am down 88 lbs. I am in control,and truly do not find myself eating for emotional reasons. I had to give up syrup,ice cream,hard candy,and cheesecake. Big deal.I have not mass murdered anyone,and have had minimal sad moments. For me,this whole process was very empowering. I made a decision,and researched. In the face of much opposition,I made a major change in my life,took risks and ended up a healthier,stronger person because of it. Others have experienced a post-op depression.Food,specifically carbs, are a great way to bathe the brain in some wonderful neurotransmittors. That coupled with hormonal(and other physical ) changes, make for a challenging post-op experience. Dealing with depression early on in your recovery would be essential. Having someone to go to and talk with, and possibly getting on medication is very important. I got winded here(what's new?LOL!). Please feel free to contact me as questions arise. Best of luck in your journey! Osler 2/21/00 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 9, 2000 Report Share Posted December 9, 2000 According to Dr. R. in a private response to a question from me: The evaulation can be done by either a psychiatrist (MD) or by a clinical psychologist (PhD). Note: Selecting the latter may be easier in terms of getting an appointment and less expense. Alice in Upstate NY ----Original Message Follows---- From: Boingy300@... Reply-To: MiniGastricBypass (AT) egroups (DOT) com To: srs1319@..., MiniGastricBypass (AT) egroups (DOT) com Subject: Re: Psych eval Date: Sat, 9 Dec 2000 10:33:34 EST In a message dated 12/7/00 2:49:27 PM Pacific Standard Time, srs1319@... writes: << Can anyone tell me how you did your psych eval? Do you just go to any psychiatrist and give him the form with Dr. R's criteria and have them do the eval? Any help you can give me will be greatly appreciated. Sue Siefferman >> Sure. The psych eval. is to determine that you are not psychotic, and able to make decisions about your health. It is also there so that if you experience post-op depression,you have someone to turn to. Remember you are not asking anyone's permission to have this surgery.You are an adult. Let them know upfront what you want out of them. Unless he's changed the requirements,a letter stating you are compitent ,and understand post-op depression could occur should suffice. I had a psychiatrist who said she didn't want me to have this surgery and felt I could be eating for other reasons. (Even though I had spent $600 on a program specifically designed to figure this out,independant of her. They said they found a happy person,who seemed to eat for energy and not emotions) Anyway,my response was " If I am eating for those reasons then I'm strong enough to handle whatever comes behind this surgery " . You don't continue letting an alcoholic drink whiles he's in therapy,right? She said " I don't like these types of surgeries " I replied " Then don't have it.I'm not here for permission,I'm here so that you can assess compitence " ..She backed off! I've been post-op almost 9 1/2 months and am down 88 lbs. I am in control,and truly do not find myself eating for emotional reasons. I had to give up syrup,ice cream,hard candy,and cheesecake. Big deal.I have not mass murdered anyone,and have had minimal sad moments. For me,this whole process was very empowering. I made a decision,and researched. In the face of much opposition,I made a major change in my life,took risks and ended up a healthier,stronger person because of it. Others have experienced a post-op depression.Food,specifically carbs, are a great way to bathe the brain in some wonderful neurotransmittors. That coupled with hormonal(and other physical ) changes, make for a challenging post-op experience. Dealing with depression early on in your recovery would be essential. Having someone to go to and talk with, and possibly getting on medication is very important. I got winded here(what's new?LOL!). Please feel free to contact me as questions arise. Best of luck in your journey! Osler 2/21/00 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 9, 2000 Report Share Posted December 9, 2000 According to Dr. R. in a private response to a question from me: The evaulation can be done by either a psychiatrist (MD) or by a clinical psychologist (PhD). Note: Selecting the latter may be easier in terms of getting an appointment and less expense. Alice in Upstate NY ----Original Message Follows---- From: Boingy300@... Reply-To: MiniGastricBypass (AT) egroups (DOT) com To: srs1319@..., MiniGastricBypass (AT) egroups (DOT) com Subject: Re: Psych eval Date: Sat, 9 Dec 2000 10:33:34 EST In a message dated 12/7/00 2:49:27 PM Pacific Standard Time, srs1319@... writes: << Can anyone tell me how you did your psych eval? Do you just go to any psychiatrist and give him the form with Dr. R's criteria and have them do the eval? Any help you can give me will be greatly appreciated. Sue Siefferman >> Sure. The psych eval. is to determine that you are not psychotic, and able to make decisions about your health. It is also there so that if you experience post-op depression,you have someone to turn to. Remember you are not asking anyone's permission to have this surgery.You are an adult. Let them know upfront what you want out of them. Unless he's changed the requirements,a letter stating you are compitent ,and understand post-op depression could occur should suffice. I had a psychiatrist who said she didn't want me to have this surgery and felt I could be eating for other reasons. (Even though I had spent $600 on a program specifically designed to figure this out,independant of her. They said they found a happy person,who seemed to eat for energy and not emotions) Anyway,my response was " If I am eating for those reasons then I'm strong enough to handle whatever comes behind this surgery " . You don't continue letting an alcoholic drink whiles he's in therapy,right? She said " I don't like these types of surgeries " I replied " Then don't have it.I'm not here for permission,I'm here so that you can assess compitence " ..She backed off! I've been post-op almost 9 1/2 months and am down 88 lbs. I am in control,and truly do not find myself eating for emotional reasons. I had to give up syrup,ice cream,hard candy,and cheesecake. Big deal.I have not mass murdered anyone,and have had minimal sad moments. For me,this whole process was very empowering. I made a decision,and researched. In the face of much opposition,I made a major change in my life,took risks and ended up a healthier,stronger person because of it. Others have experienced a post-op depression.Food,specifically carbs, are a great way to bathe the brain in some wonderful neurotransmittors. That coupled with hormonal(and other physical ) changes, make for a challenging post-op experience. Dealing with depression early on in your recovery would be essential. Having someone to go to and talk with, and possibly getting on medication is very important. I got winded here(what's new?LOL!). Please feel free to contact me as questions arise. Best of luck in your journey! Osler 2/21/00 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 9, 2000 Report Share Posted December 9, 2000 That is wonderful news Alice Thank you very much. I think I might have an easier time getting a psychologist than a psychiatrist plus that will help my friend . Thanks again Terri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 9, 2000 Report Share Posted December 9, 2000 That is wonderful news Alice Thank you very much. I think I might have an easier time getting a psychologist than a psychiatrist plus that will help my friend . Thanks again Terri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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