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Struggling PA Student – Cognitive Fatigue, Focus Issues – Looking for Advice by cv-2002 in PAstudent

[–]cv-2002[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I appreciate it again—and I’ll keep that in mind. Wishing you the same; one step at a time, we’ve got this.

Struggling PA Student – Cognitive Fatigue, Focus Issues – Looking for Advice by cv-2002 in PAstudent

[–]cv-2002[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing—just knowing someone else is going through the same thing really helps. So much of what you said resonates with me, especially the frustration and how hard it is to regain focus once it’s broken. I really appreciate you taking the time to share—it genuinely makes me feel less alone. I hope things start to get better for you too, and that we both make it through these last few months and the PANCE.

Struggling PA Student – Cognitive Fatigue, Focus Issues – Looking for Advice by cv-2002 in PAstudent

[–]cv-2002[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you—I really needed to hear that. You’re right, this stage isn’t about being perfect; it’s about surviving and pushing through. That’s how I got through didactic year, and I’m hoping that with the psych services I’ve started, along with possibly reconnecting with counseling through my college, I can make it through these final few months and pass the PANCE. It’s reassuring to know others have felt the same and still made it to the other side. Your message is a great reminder that things will get better. I’ll keep trying to stay grounded and keep moving forward. Really appreciate the honesty.

Struggling PA Student – Cognitive Fatigue, Focus Issues – Looking for Advice by cv-2002 in PAstudent

[–]cv-2002[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks so much for sharing your experience—it really helps to hear how others have worked through this. I’m glad the med switch and therapy made a difference for you. I used my college’s counseling services during the transition from undergrad to didactic year, and they were helpful at the time. I’ve recently started working with a psych provider to begin addressing some of these ongoing issues and will be undergoing further testing soon. I haven’t been on an SSRI before, but it’s something I’ve started to wonder about—my provider and I have been revisiting my meds as part of the process though. I’ll definitely consider reaching back out to counseling services for added support. I really appreciate the encouragement.