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laurenj97 February 23rd, 2016
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Can someone give me some advice on how to tell a doctor I think I have depression? Sounds silly but I'm really nervous

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stillheretoday February 23rd, 2016
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@laurenj97 Can you say "I am depressed" to doc? And tell doc your symptoms? Any family history? Imho, docs like to do actual diagnosis of "depression." (No offense intended to docs. Since Internet, they're wary of self-diagnosis.) Wish you Strength at next appt!

RarelyCharlie February 23rd, 2016
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Hi @laurenj97

It doesn't sound silly to me. I like how you came right out and asked the question here, with just enough explanation so it makes sense. I'm wondering if you could do the exactly same when you speak to the doctor.

laurenj97 OP February 24th, 2016
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@RarelyCharlie yeah true. I think I'm making it harder for myself, just overthinking it

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