u/Maximum-Vegetable

I asked this same question in Ask Dad, curious to hear what moms would say.

I have a few patients who I’m trying to manage with extreme fear of doctors and medical procedures. I’m wondering if anyone here has experienced this with a patient and found success. Any info is much appreciated.

I also take vyvanse which my dentist said can cause cavities due to dry mouth. I recently bought artificial saliva to help with that but what else can I do to be a better patient?

I mostly talk to my mom about this stuff but would appreciate a dad’s perspective. I’m an adult woman who has had a longtime friend group since elementary school. We’ve gone through waves of course but in recent years it’s been brutal. Every time I spoke they would put me down, tell me I was wrong, tell me I’m stupid. I racked my brain trying to figure out what I did to hurt them. The only thing I can think of was trying to stick up to one of them because she called me stupid. Anyway, I decided to leave this friend group and think it’s the right choice. Am I being too petty or oversensitive? Will I regret this decision?

I lived in the city for a bit and moved back to LI not too long ago. I’ve kind of drifted from my old HS friend group and looking to make new friends and meet people. Are there any groups like this?