Has anyone else had to take these personality tests as a part of the psych evaluation? I had my appt. today and at the end of the session my Dr said I needed to fill out these two tests, return them and he would make his decision on my bypass surgery after he gets the scores back. I am a band to RNY revision, so I had the psych evaluation before that surgery in 2007 w/someone else and didn't have to go thru quite this much. Just wondering what it was like for others.

thanks.

I was interviewed by a psychologist and answered several questions that was part of a required course that also included a nutritionist. I attended 12 meetings.

They seriously put you through an MMPI? That is nuts. It is a good method of detecting deception but it can reveal some pretty ridiculous results. The psych must have wanted to be thorough. Anyways, I wouldn't worry too much. I saw a psych that asked me about my support systems and expectations. He did have access to my psych records though. I have depression and anxiety and a pretty lengthy history. Normally the requirements are a good understanding of the procedure, reasonable expectations, and no mental defect that would hinder your recovery. If you do have psych issues, as long as you are stable and proactive it is rare for a psych to deny you. Good luck!!

Don't worry about the MMPI, it is required by some insurance companies, including mine. One question was "have you ever enjoyed marijuana?" The psych asked me only about that question and I told her that in CA in the 60s and 70s everybody enjoyed marijuana. She asked because of the addition potential, I passed, no problem.

Try not to worry. Everything will fall into place & you'll pass with flying colors.

Edited January 31, 201412 yr by w8loser

Thank you for your input...I am feeling better. I was just a bit taken back w/the 2 quite lengthy tests. I have already looked thru and filled them out. It was different, but I just answered honestly. Here's to good results!!!