Posted by Chris A. on February 17, 2000, at 18:52:56
In reply to Re: Psychopharmocologists v Psychiatrists. , posted by saint james on February 17, 2000, at 9:40:45
I personally like having one person doing my meds, therapy and now my ect. As long as they're competent and willing to send me for a consult when we're in a treatment quandry. It also has to be a good "match," as aspect that clinicians and patients alike too often minimize. I get weary of trying to explain myself to different people. When dealing with a chronic neurobiological illness I think it is a great advantage to have one doc who knows you well enough to know when and how best to intervene. Some of the best "talk" therapy I have ever had has been done by my psychopharmacologist. He is still modest and calls himself a psychiatrist. Personally I like one stop shopping, provided the fit is good.
Chris A.
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