Psychological Eval

[lrgandwrg 37]

I am scheduled to have my eval soon and I was wondering how this was? I do have a history of depression and I am concerned I would get denied. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated.

[Bronxbubbles 36]

I also suffer from major depression since the age of 15 and my Psych noted that I was stable enough for surgery. As long as your depression is well managed- you should be ok... especially if you see a psychiatrist or psychologist/therapist on a regular basis.

[lrgandwrg 37]

My depression is well managed. I have been on meds for 6 years. I don't see a therapists. I just check in with my PCP. I found I have nothing to talk about with the therapists anymore. If it's required I won't object. My husband thinks it's a better idea if I see an alterate one instead the one at the surgeons office since they are objective. I just want to make things easier.

[Bronxbubbles 36]

I'm sure you'll be fine. I mean, those of us who suffer from depression always have bouts of it here and there, but if you're taking your meds, and your PCP is monitoring you, I think you'll be ok. I was lucky, I see a psychiatrist monthly who takes care of my medication management so he did my psych eval for me. One thing he did say which made a lot of sense is that part of the reason I'm depressed is BECAUSE of my weight, so he's thinking that surgery might actually help me in the area of depression. Another thing he did say to me is that I MUST go to therapy (I absolutely loathe therapy and have been avoiding it for the past 15 years of my life) because major surgery (no matter what kind) often causes depression on top of the regular depression you're already dealing with. Now add to that the fact that this is life changing weight loss surgery and I can understand how it could send us into a tailspin of emotions. I would recommend seeing a therapist- not forever but maybe for a couple of months leading up to and after the surgery (which is what I am doing)- It would show that you are being proactive in your mental health and it may benefit you in the long run.

[lrgandwrg 37]

I totally agree with you. But I just felt I wasn't getting anything out of therapy anymore. Maybe it was the therapist. Thank you for all your feedback. I hope this Dr. works out.

[Bronxbubbles 36]

You're very welcome and good luck to you!!

[FDclerical 318]

i dont have a history of depression or anything like that but just be confident and honest im sure you will be fine and stay POSITIVE!!! good luck to you