Posted by Larry Hoover on February 28, 2007, at 17:41:31
In reply to PD NOS, posted by capricorn on February 27, 2007, at 13:34:01
> That's my latest dx. Past dxes-schizophrenia, schizoaffective/bipolar, dependent PD.
>
> Can anyone enlighten me on PD NOS? Is it one of those
> 'waste paper basket' dx?
> A way of saying we are not sure you are really ill but just in case?
>
> 'They think you're a fake' keeps going though my head :(Nothing of the sort. It proves your doctor is doing his best to not label you.
One of the criteria upon which a personality disorder rests is that it is a stable group of behaviours/thoughts over time. I know that PD diagnoses get tossed around with some abandon, but if a doctor follows the diagnostic guidelines, a PD should not be diagnosed until after 8 weeks observation (or is it 10 weeks?). The idea is to exclude state (temporary emotional environment), and observe trait (stable) characteristics.
Your new doctor is planning to make his mind up for himself, rather than relying on the opinions that might already appear in your chart. Moreovoer, he's biding his time, to allow you to reveal yourself to him.
As another poster already suggested, the diagnosis is a billing code for health care management people. It makes sure he gets paid, and you get cared for.
Best,
Lar
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