I am having my psych appt. next week. I have a diagnosis of depression and anxiety and I am well controlled on my current medications. I'm very concerned that they are going to see my diagnosis and not see me. I was also wondering what the tests are like. I would appreciate any feedback. Thanks

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I had a written test with ALOT of questions, and also a small meeting with the psych doctor! The questions were fairly simple and I was just really honest with myself and the dr. He asked easy questions trying to find out if I was seeking surgery for the right reason, and real expectations. I have anxiety and depression as well and was worried, but it was all okay.

Best wishes to you!

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Thanks for the info. I appreciate your input. ????

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Just set up my psych appt. it's for October 25. I've never seen any kind of psychologists. Not sure what to expect

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I am having my psych appt. next week. I have a diagnosis of depression and anxiety and I am well controlled on my current medications. I'm very concerned that they are going to see my diagnosis and not see me. I was also wondering what the tests are like. I would appreciate any feedback. Thanks

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I have the same diagnosis and am on meds. They are very used to that and typically there aren't any issues. They will want to make sure you are knowledgeable about surgery (before, during and after), support systems you have, eating habits, diet history, etc. Just answer honestly. If anything they'll just recommend some therapy which is a good idea anyway. Good luck.

You want to demonstrate that you understand the risks of surgery (any surgery); that you are capable of understanding and following instructions from your surgeon before and after the procedure; and that your expectations are realistic. That is, that you understand surgery is an aid to weight loss, not a magical mystery ride, and that it will take time to reach your ultimate scale goal; weight loss doesn't happen overnight. Having meds that work for you is a plus.

I have anxiety and depression also and had my psych eval yesterday. He just gave me a couple of tests and wanted to find out the reason why I wanted surgery. He informed me not to have my doctor change my medication as the surgery is of course, life altering. He recommended me for the surgery.

As long as you are not having severe uncontrolled panic attacks, or severe depression, you will be fine.

From my understanding the psych evaluation is mainly to make sure that you understand the risks and life style changes involved with surgery, that you have a support system in place, and most importantly (in my opinion) your not using food as a coping mechanism for life issues. From people I have known to get the surgery will end up depressed because they no longer can cope with food. Also I'm pretty sure if you already see a therapist or psychiatrist who regulates your meds it won't be an issue.

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I am having my psych appt. next week. I have a diagnosis of depression and anxiety and I am well controlled on my current medications. I'm very concerned that they are going to see my diagnosis and not see me. I was also wondering what the tests are like. I would appreciate any feedback. Thanks

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I passed with the same ,don't worry

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