Psych appointment help

[HappygoSusan 296]

I went through the psych eval twice, once for the band, once for the sleeve. Two different psychiatrist. Try not to stress over it. It just seems to be an evaluation to make sure you have a clear understanding and realistic expectations of the surgery. Just be honest with your answers!

[Algae 67]

I saw the psychologist this last week and it was a 1 hour appointment, basic life story. But at the end she said I would need to come back and do a test that is about medical professionals and I how I deal with them and perceive them, she said it would help the surgeon. Any idea what she's talking about?

[epiphani 28]

Perhaps their process is to do general information on the first psych visit and formal testing on the second. It really doesn't make sense that a surgeon would need to know how you feel about medical professionals. Don't be afraid to ask more questions about the necessity of multiple visits or to confirm with the surgeon that this is helpful information. I would ask the surgeon about how that information is used.

[vmcelroy70611 45]

Sorry I haven't responded lately. I been out of town and my phone app will only let me read, when I try to respond it crashes. It's frustrating.

Thanks for all the responses. Ya'll have calmed my nerves a little.. I wish I can just talk instead of taking a test. I worry they are trying to trick me into saying something I didn't mean. I know I will do fine, I am so ready for this surgery.

[StanCounty29 70]

My questioner was 347 questions 50% of them were about killing u r self, if you've thought about it., what would u write on ur suicide letter.. then all other ones are just random ones.. and

[StanCounty29 70]

My face 2 face was a breeze. Like they said just be honest, mine said everyone has some kind of stress or depression. Ull be good.

[Lkk0158 39]

Mine was simple also. Asked a few question and that wad it. Less than 45 minutes. ..done

[Beanthere 5]

My psych test is tomorrow.

They are mainly looking to see if you have dismorphic disorder or some other type of mental or nutrition disorder that would possibly be the reason you are wanting this surgery, because it is such a life altering event.

I started out with like 75 people in my first nutrition and gastric surgery class. Now there are like 10 people. I was just so glad I was still one of them. lol

I have gone through so much, that brought me to this decision in the first place, so there was NO backing out now.

Good luck for anyone else taking the test.

[vmcelroy70611 45]

I made it thru my appt. He said he doesn't see anything that will stop my clearance. He hasn't looked at the test yet, but says he will push it thru as soon as I can since this is the last step before it is sent off to the insurance company. I hope I can get this done before thanksgiving.

[docbree 199]

I have my psych eval tomorrow. I'm a little worried due to chronic depression (controlled with medication) and emotional eating. I am going to be completely honest and I pray that I still pass.

[Lkk0158 39]

Still waiting On my approval !

[Ethomas15 22]

] @@docbree I saw my bariatrician today and we discussed my depression and anxiety being an issue ...she said the psychologist may require you to do some additional support groups or manage any unmanaged symptoms but as long as you complete what is asked that they should work towards clearing you.

[Ethomas15 22]

@@docbree I have my eval next Wednesday and I'm worried like you are....let me know how urs goes tomorrow!

[Lkk0158 39]

I was lucky too! Had a 30 minute meeting and done.

[UrsulasShadow 59]

I would never ever encourage anyone to be anything but completely honest, but be aware...you might have the process prolonged if you show any hint of binge eating disorder, or even if you exaggerate a little on how much you can eat at a sitting. So be honest, but aware. And know that sometimes the extra therapy might help you in the long run.

Of course, I think that they may use the "extra therapy" to weed out candidates whose insurance doesn't pay as much...just a conjecture, but in some cases it seems to be applied to state provided insurance at a more frequent rate.