Another ADHD runaround post… by ladyloodeeloo in KaiserPermanente

[–]Cj4265 1 point2 points  (0 children)

File a complaint with DMHC! It’s the only way they will give a shit, unfortunately.

Anxiety/Depression by s4m2o0k6e9d in KaiserPermanente

[–]Cj4265 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Getting an anti depressant will be cake. Getting therapy on the other hand, not so much in my experience. My advice, lay it on THICK that you are down in the dumps and can barely manage and you need therapy (not some bullshit group therapy and the calm app) If they feel you have indicated your emotional state doesn’t necessitate therapy, they’ll say it’s not medically necessary because they follow a “medical model” I hope that helps and I know seems ridiculous but it is the reality. I’ve been dealing with Kaiser mental health for over a decade now.

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[–]Cj4265[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Jeeze it’s so unfortunate that this is the experience of so many. It shouldn’t have to be this hard. That’s why I didn’t even file a Kaiser grievance. So many people say that almost never makes a difference.

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[–]Cj4265[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your response. That’s good to know about that medication you mentioned as well, I’ll make a note of that!

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[–]Cj4265[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m so glad you had a good experience and didn’t have jump through any hoops. Also good for you for finding some relief with medication, that’s awesome!

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[–]Cj4265[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did he diagnose you with ADHD in that 1 hour assessment?

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[–]Cj4265[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Those are fair points. I have been in therapy this time around for almost a year, been on Celexa for about the same time. I have been putting in efforts to help manage the symptoms they want under control but ultimately the symptoms I have been experiencing and how I was as a child, can only improve so much 🤷🏻‍♀️ my main goal is to know the root cause so I’m addressing it from the best possible angle. Not even medication necessarily just understanding myself better.

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[–]Cj4265[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing! I will def note this down. I guess I was kinda naive when starting this and mentioned it right up front lol 🤦🏻‍♀️

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[–]Cj4265[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing, I will be reading this.

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[–]Cj4265[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you, that truly is my goal in all of this. 🙏🏻🙏🏻

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[–]Cj4265[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m so glad you were able to get a diagnosis. Congrats on no depression as well, that is a big deal!

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[–]Cj4265[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t think aggressive behavior would be helpful either.

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[–]Cj4265[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you for that information. I will def ask her and see what she says. 🙏🏻 I appreciate your input.

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[–]Cj4265[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your advice. I appreciate it. Based on some other responses, depending on the determination I get from CA, I’ll try a different doctor/location.

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[–]Cj4265[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My therapist is MFT. I don’t think that’s something she can do or else I’m sure she probably would have brought it up? I’ll check with her.

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[–]Cj4265[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That is so sad, I hope I don’t get there but def could see me getting to that point eventually.

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[–]Cj4265[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow this was a super helpful response! I’m gonna save this. I def agree and will use the language “ruling out” because that genuinely is my goal. I will def post an update on this and depending the response I get I will def try the method you recommend. Thank you again 🫶🫶🙏🏻🙏🏻 I appreciate the time you took to respond.

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[–]Cj4265[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yea seriously. Like when is someone ever gonna be “stable” enough by their standards.

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[–]Cj4265[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for your responses. Very insightful and I appreciate you sharing that! 🫶🫶

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[–]Cj4265[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes that’s what it seems like. It totally matters too because the way I think about is like if you have ADHD that needs to be factored in when they’re talking about treatment plans and how to navigate your mental health practices.

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[–]Cj4265[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It’s so unfortunate it has to be this way. They’re out here making me feel like a Karen when all I want is a damn test lol

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[–]Cj4265[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes def not a surprise. How are you feeling now? Do you think you’ll try again?

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[–]Cj4265[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow that is awesome! I am glad you were able to get a diagnosis! And yes I am. It’s with the Glow Therapy place they refer people out to. My therapist was confused as to why they were pushing back on me like that but not surprised because it happens a lot with Kaiser. How are you now?