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I have my evaluation on Friday 2/3/17 at 11am! Can anyone tell me what kind of questions I can expect? I do suffer from depression and I am on meds. I function in life just fine. I usually have a good cry and I'm good. Guess I'm worried they will tell me I'm not mentally fit for surgery.

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I have mine on the 13th. The lady sent me a questionnaire to fill out beforehand which I suspect we'll be going over.

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I don't think there's any way to tell you exactly what kind of questions they will ask because it's different for everyone. In general, they're looking to clear up the following:

1) Do you have realistic expectations for surgery and the amount of work that will be required on your part both pre/post op.

2) Are you truly ready to make healthy changes in your life and have you addressed the things that may have held you back before?

3) What kind of support systems do you have in place in your life?

My evaluation was just a relaxed conversation with the psychologist, followed by an online test that I took afterwards. In hindsight, it wasn't scary at all and I worried (excessively!) for nothing. Hope this helps and good luck on your journey

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I am doing mine over the phone! I had to sign up online and set up a date for the phone interview for Friday 11am. I'm nervous like crazy. I really don't have the best support system but I do have many people in life cheering me on. Not sure what type of support other than them being there for me cheering me on I will need.

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I also defiantly have a group of ladies I was in weight loss class with that I stay in contact with.

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That's great! Mention it!

I also defiantly have a group of ladies I was in weight loss class with that I stay in contact with.

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Congrats on making it this far. On my eval they asked me a lot of questions about what a typical meal would be after surgery... what type of support systems I had and how would I act if ppl said negative things. She asked if I had been attending support group meetings. She also wanted to know my reasons for wanting the surgery. Also, how long did I think it would take me to reach desired weight to assure I didn't think it would happen quickly. She asked a lot of things twice in different ways. But you will be fine... don't think to far into it

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These are helpful! I have my psych eval on Friday at 9am!! I'm nervous but excited :)

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Please comment after you are done! I have mine right after you

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I'm afraid of getting tripped up! I know this surgery isn't a miracle cure but I intend to treat it as if it is!!!!

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Don't stress it. Be honest with the person. They are just wanting to help you be emotionally ready for this journey. I have depression as well.... I would guess most people needing this surgery have it. That's not going to be a problem. Remember...Just relax and be honest. ????

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He told me it wasn't a pass or fail. Just seeing where I was and recommendations on treatment. I too, was on antidepressants. Recommended staying on them and attending bariatric support meeting. Ask alot of questions from chilhood, any traumas etc. Reasons for your overeating, overweight. Keep answers simple & it's over!

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I have mine on the 13th. The lady sent me a questionnaire to fill out beforehand which I suspect we'll be going over.

Here are some screen shots. Don't know how to add a link from the phone app.

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See i did not have to do all this i walked in and talked to her about 20 mins she asked me about my life that was it

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