Posted by Penny on June 28, 2003, at 17:29:32
In reply to Cyclothymia/BPll? Avoidant Personality/SAD ( long, posted by Saltmarsh Rose on June 28, 2003, at 14:20:36
I agree with FF - don't place too much emphasis on the online personality tests. I haven't been diagnosed with any personality disorders, but tested online strongly for Avoidant Personality Disorder.
My Dx? "Mood Disorders Not Otherwise Specified" IMO this means they don't know what the heck is wrong with me!!! My last therapist actually had me down as Major Depressive Disorder Recurrent and Dysthymic Disorder, but it ignored the mood swings I was experiencing. I don't qualify for BP, as I don't experience true mania, but I don't clearly fall under the DSM-IV description of plain ol' depressive disorder either.
As for the meds - I think med cocktails are the new trend. At least in my case, my doc doesn't pay too much attention to the diagnosis and treats my symptoms as he sees them. I mean, he did start with the AD, but then added another AD, an AP, an MS and a thyroid med. So... They're all meant to augment one another.
Another note: If insurance with your therapy sessions is a problem, I would talk now to your therapist about working out some kind of arrangement for when your insurance runs out. My last therapist agreed to accept a lesser amount than her normal fee when I had run out of sessions. My current insurance allows for my therapist/pdoc to request additional sessions if needed (and they will definitely be needed!!!). So, those are a couple of thoughts about that, for what it's worth.
Best of luck to you.
Penny
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