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I have an appointment with a psychiatrist soon. I was referred by a health visitor because I am displaying signs of OCD; however, I also believe I may have Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). I have felt this way for years but have never sought a formal diagnosis until now. I currently struggle with a compulsion, driven by the intrusive thought

Even before having my child, I struggled with my mental health, including attempts, ED, mood swings and being described as highly strung

What should I expect during this appointment? What kind of questions will they ask, and will they review my current medication? I have also been researching potential medications myself; would it be seen as inappropriate to ask the doctor for his opinion on a specific medication I’ve looked into?

I have an appointment with a psychiatrist soon. I was referred by a health visitor because I am displaying signs of OCD; however, I also believe I may have Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). I have felt this way for years but have never sought a formal diagnosis until now. I currently struggle with a compulsion, driven by the intrusive thought

Even before having my child, I struggled with my mental health, including attempts, ED, mood swings and being described as highly strung

What should I expect during this appointment? What kind of questions will they ask, and will they review my current medication? I have also been researching potential medications myself; would it be seen as inappropriate to ask the doctor for his opinion on a specific medication I’ve looked into?

I have an appointment with a psychiatrist soon. I was referred by a health visitor because I am displaying signs of OCD; however, I also believe I may have Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). I have felt this way for years but have never sought a formal diagnosis until now. I currently struggle with a compulsion that leads to self-harm, driven by the intrusive thought that this is the only way to keep my child alive.

Even before having my child, I struggled with my mental health, including past suicide attempts, bulimia, mood swings and being described as highly strung

What should I expect during this appointment? What kind of questions will they ask, and will they review my current medication? I have also been researching potential medications myself; would it be seen as inappropriate to ask the doctor for his opinion on a specific medication I’ve looked into?

Due to travel end of the week with a 10 month baby on stena line estrid Holyhead to Dublin (afternoon departure), does anyone have any tips and advice for me please?