Posted by Shar on December 11, 2001, at 23:56:34
In reply to Input on application for award, posted by Dr. Bob on December 11, 2001, at 18:57:48
Under 'educational issue' you talk about patients going to psychiatrists, maybe you should include those people who are prescribed meds by their regular doctor, also. Those folks may really appreciate PB because their GP may not be too knowledgeable (as compared to pdocs, pharmacists, psychopharmacologists, etc.).
I think it is great submitting PB for this award.
Oh, did you mention setting up the chat room? The spinoffs from original PB hold a lot of value and interest. And, while it may not be as appealing as the psycho stuff, getting to provide input on administrative issues makes the whole setup a bit more cohesive IMO.
Shar
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> Psychiatrists can provide information as well as treatment, but some patients want information before even going to a psychiatrist; some patients feel uncomfortable asking questions of authority figures; some psychiatrists don't have the time to provide much information or as much information to provide as perhaps they might; and even if a patient is assertive and has a knowledgeable psychiatrist who spends time with him or her, the patient may appreciate having more than one source of information. Also, being told something by a psychiatrist isn't the same thing as being told something by someone else in your shoes, even if what they tell you is the same thing. Since Psycho-Babble is a self-help group, it is group members who do the educating. It is helpful for them to give as well as to receive. Finally, education is not everything. Having hope and not feeling alone are also important needs served by Psycho-Babble.
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