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How can I get Adderall out of a psychiatrist? This is for progress in my life, not for abuse.

asked Jan 14, 2023 in Psychiatry by royalflush001 (6.1k points)

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Why do many psychiatrists prescribe anti-psychotics within hours of a patient experiencing first-time psychosis symptoms when the brain is the most complex organ and can't be observed? Why do they hasten it?

asked Jan 14, 2023 in Psychiatry by BarryH (7.5k points)

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How can my mental illness possibly NOT be a burden on loved ones?

asked Jan 14, 2023 in Psychiatry by Hadenough (4.7k points)

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What do depressed people really want (other than to be happy/not depressed)? (this is not meant to be patronising, just genuinely curious)

asked Jan 14, 2023 in Psychiatry by sexyfemale p d (5.6k points)

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What are some possible explanations for why some therapists think that people with mental illnesses can’t possibly recover from them when many others have done so before?

asked Jan 14, 2023 in Psychiatry by SamKing (6.4k points)

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What are some psychiatric problems that can be mistaken for schizophrenia?

asked Jan 14, 2023 in Psychiatry by SolarisSculptor (7.7k points)

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I’m BPD and my boyfriend has ADHD. Is it good or bad that we both have mental illnesses?

asked Jan 14, 2023 in Psychiatry by jimdad07 (6.0k points)

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If my mom discharged me from psychiatry on her signature, how long is she responsible for me? When can I make my own choices or leave the house?

asked Jan 14, 2023 in Psychiatry by Ross mcmahon (6.7k points)

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What are some possible reasons why Runa Tamura may have sought psychiatric treatment in the past?

asked Jan 14, 2023 in Psychiatry by Harps69 (6.5k points)

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What does it mean if a psychiatrist refuses to give you medication and instead wants you to see another psychiatrist?

asked Jan 14, 2023 in Psychiatry by Mr Milliamp (6.1k points)

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How long does it usually take to see a psychiatrist before getting medication for depression?

asked Jan 14, 2023 in Psychiatry by NebulaSeeker (5.3k points)

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Do psychologists and psychiatrists ever take psychiatric medications?

asked Jan 14, 2023 in Psychiatry by Brian-s (4.5k points)

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What impact could the allegations against Dr. Brian Hyatt have on public perception of psychiatry as a medical specialty?

asked Jan 13, 2023 in Psychiatry by Christopher Atkin (6.3k points)

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How do you know if someone has a mental illness? What are some symptoms to look for that aren't often talked about?

asked Jan 13, 2023 in Psychiatry by WillyDude (5.4k points)

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Is MD Psychiatry or MS General Surgery better than MS ENT, if you have equal interest in both?

asked Jan 13, 2023 in Psychiatry by Emlyn (6.6k points)

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Why does clonazepam have no effect on me? I started taking it 2 weeks ago, tolerance shouldn't be the issue, Even if I take 8mg a day, which is a lot, my thoughts are very hyper, I feel no muscle relaxation whatsoever & my mind is all over the place.

asked Jan 13, 2023 in Psychiatry by technoloops (7.9k points)

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What are some signs of mental illnesses? What are some signs of physical illnesses? How can the two be distinguished from each other?

asked Jan 13, 2023 in Psychiatry by GG25 (4.4k points)

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How does a psychologist or psychiatrist consume their case files without becoming overwhelmed?

asked Jan 13, 2023 in Psychiatry by Sue Baker (8.5k points)

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Do psychiatrists need mental help themselves? Do they go for therapy?

asked Jan 13, 2023 in Psychiatry by robertpstubbs (6.1k points)

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What can psychologists and psychiatrists say about the "stage of exploration personal world"? Which study is it? What is it about?

asked Jan 13, 2023 in Psychiatry by QuantumDreamer (7.3k points)