Posted by mattdds on September 3, 2003, at 7:00:24
In reply to Stubborn Psychiatrist, posted by Budgie on September 2, 2003, at 17:28:44
Chris,
Yup. I agree with the others, unfortunately. Time to go look for a decent psychiatrist. Anyone who tells someone with an easily diagnosable anxiety disorder that benzos are addictive has simply not read the literature. The "two stiff drinks" think was ridiculous! I've had alcohol before, enough to know that alcohol and benzos are two *completely* different animals. I mean, they are not even comparable!
What the heck was he talking about with the nifedipine? Was he accusing you of abusing it? That is completely uncalled for, not to mention extremely ignorant.
Many people on this board, myself included, have had to look long and hard for doctors that are willing treat anxiety disorders with something more than GP's will (the "SSRI or nothing" approach).
You WILL find one, it will just take some searching. I'm sure it will be worth your while to do this.
Best of luck!
Matt
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