1st Psych Eval Tomorrow 12/13/16

[Krystyneh 55]

I'm nervous and excited all at the same time lol what can I expect? How long does it typically take?

[Osezno 6]

It takes about 45 mins or so.

The purpose is to make sure you understand the risks and are informed of the drastic lifestyle changes needed to be successful.

Don't be afraid to ask questions.

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[Melsyboo 43]

Mine was quick, maybe 20 minutes. She just went over the questionnaire I filled out and made sure I knew what to expect. She asked how I would deal with obstacles or any negativity as well.

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[Melser 17]

Mine took a few hours. Part of it was on a computer and then I met with the psychologist for about 30 or so minutes for psychosocial history and education on the procedure. Just be honest. I had mine last December, and today my surgery was scheduled for January 19th!

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[Syaniya 319]

Mine just wanted to know why I wanted the surgery, but she does want me to go 3 or 4 times to see her. Every time I've went she just wants me to talk. I'm on my last visit this week

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[Butterflight 49]

Mine took 3 hours. The initial paperwork took about 30 mins to fill out. Then I spoke to the psychologists after. She was very sweet, laid-back, but also very detail oriented regarding my mental health background. After that, I had to take a "test" that asked various questions including "Do you see people who are dead," "Do you like mowing the lawn" and "Are you scared of the dark" my favorite was "Do you believe spirits control people?" I over analyze EVERYTHING so I was anxious about her denying me based on some crazy question that I answered "wrong"

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[Melser 17]

Mine took 3 hours. The initial paperwork took about 30 mins to fill out. Then I spoke to the psychologists after. She was very sweet, laid-back, but also very detail oriented regarding my mental health background. After that, I had to take a "test" that asked various questions including "Do you see people who are dead," "Do you like mowing the lawn" and "Are you scared of the dark" my favorite was "Do you believe spirits control people?" I over analyze EVERYTHING so I was anxious about her denying me based on some crazy question that I answered "wrong"

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Lol mine was very similar. I loved the ones asking if you believed the government monitored your phone calls or people tapped into your electronic devices or followed you. My psychologist was very nice as well.

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[DaleCruse 756]

You're getting a lot of varied responses, from 20 minutes to 3 hours. Mine was an hour or so. Relax, breathe, and do what you need to do, no matter how long it takes. Good luck!

[scootysmama 12]

mine was about an hour as well. only one meeting with her. she asked lots of questions to ensure i knew the risks involved and what exactly I was getting into.

34 yr old wife and mom of the best 6yr old ever????

[VSG_PurpleButterfly 37]

I spent more time filling out a bubble answer questionnaire than actually speaking with the Psychiatrist. She was friendly, asked about my background- including history with weight, failed weight loss attempts, did I understand the surgery and complications and did I have support at home.

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[Eaumond 9]

Mine was no more than 30 minutes, asking various questions about why you want the surgery, how you may have gotten to the weight you are, the questions are not to judge or fix you, they are there to see if you are ready to get this and succeed, they want you to have a support system too. Hope it goes well!

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[Krystyneh 55]

Thank you everyone. I'm hoping mine is no longer then an hour since I have to do 2 of them. I know my program has a letter I have to give him telling him the questions they want asked which he is well aware of since he's the one everyone in my area uses. I've never met him but when I spoke to him on the phone, he seemed kind of "cold" towards me. Idk hopefully he's better in person lol.

[Butterflight 49]

Mine took 3 hours. The initial paperwork took about 30 mins to fill out. Then I spoke to the psychologists after. She was very sweet, laid-back, but also very detail oriented regarding my mental health background. After that, I had to take a "test" that asked various questions including "Do you see people who are dead," "Do you like mowing the lawn" and "Are you scared of the dark" my favorite was "Do you believe spirits control people?" I over analyze EVERYTHING so I was anxious about her denying me based on some crazy question that I answered "wrong"

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Lol mine was very similar. I loved the ones asking if you believed the government monitored your phone calls or people tapped into your electronic devices or followed you. My psychologist was very nice as well.

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Haha. Yes, I forgot about those. For most of questions in my head I was thinking, "Yes..., I mean No,...Ummmm, Yes...aaaaah...I DON'T KNOW!!!

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[blizair09 3,250]

I actually liked my psych eval. The psychologist and I talked about 45 minutes, and then I took that long battery assessment. It took at least an hour if not a little longer.

The whole experience was positive. She saw very quickly how committed I was to this journey, and our conversation was very validating.