Posted by fi on March 28, 2002, at 7:27:22
In reply to I'm falling apart......................, posted by Penny on March 27, 2002, at 22:00:23
Sounds tough.
Seems like 2 separate things- one that your mood is swinging about and you're having to slog on thru that (hopefully with help).
And the one about wanting to be a doctor. I know it may sound trite- sorry- but have you thought a bit wider? Medical school is packed with a vast amount of studying, including lots of science, and a load of stress.
Its clear you want to work with people- there are a range of other 'helping professions' which aren't so tough academically (tho may well be stressful) like psychiatric nursing, social work, physical or occupational therapy, speech therapy etc etc Plus all the variations of psychotherapist/counsellor.
Then there's loads of things you can do to help others as a volunteer, which you can do straight away once your mood has stabilised, like befriending or helping with practical tasks.
I do realise none of these roles has the power and responsibility of medicine, and that you particularly want to do that.
Good luck, and look after yourself.
Fi
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