why are psychiatrists the way they are?

Question

why when u go to a counselor for help, why do so many of them automatically assume that u need medications??? is it just me or is that dumb!

Answer 1

It's frustrating, I know. I think if you're looking for something other than medication, a psychologist is the way to go.

Answer 2

Not all of them do. I've done many intakes with patients and said, "I don't know if medication will help, but we can set up an appointment with the psychiatrist if you want".
A lot of times, when people go to a counselor, they (the patient) automatically request medication because they are looking for the quick fix and don't want to go through the effort of therapy.
Then there are some people that are diagnosed with a mental illness that pretty much requires medication. Anyone with a psychotic disorder can pretty much expect to walk out with a prescription when they go to the psychiatrist.

Answer 3

Are you talking about counselors or psychiatrists?

Psychiatrists go through medical school, they are medical doctors who chose to continue education in the field of psychiatry.

Unfortunately, all that book training does not teach people-skills. They assume you need medication if you appear to have a chemical imbalance. Some people just need counseling. It takes an expert to tell one from the other.

Answer 4

You are correct that drs. use medicine too quickly. If you are going to a counselor, psychiatrist, or any help group check them out first. Then make sure to see them a few times or ask you regular dr. before taking medications that could be harmful in the longrun. I am not against medications that are needed, and have needed them for myself, but be careful not to take something from a new dr. without making sure that they understand YOU and your special needs and situation. Sometimes they think that they have heard it all and jump to a conclusion before you feel you have made your point. Somethimes they are correct but sometimes they are not! Take the power of your own healthcare by being thorough in your choice of dr. and always ask questions and more questions. You will have to live with your choices, the dr. will not! Be safe and I pray you will be happy.

Answer 5

No it's true. For a short time while I was pregnant, probably around the 6th month, I called my OBGYN because I was just stressed out over work, and the excitement of having a baby. I was scared and I really just needed a way to deal with my stress. She gave me the number for a couple of psychiatrists and every single one I called said that they will make an appointment to get me in for some meds. Needless to say, I never made an appointment, and the feeling of stress passed as I was able to talk to famiily members and my hubby.

Answer 6

psychiatrists are medical doctors who work with mental health patients. i think it's just their nature and their training that causes them to assume medications are the solution. a psychologist would be a better option if you're trying to avoid medication.

Answer 7

I went to a counceler and she harped on me for months to get on medication and I finally did to shut her up. It's not what I needed though. Medication doesn't always help.

Answer 8

It's their job to do that, and makes their life a bit easier if you can talk to them without having a intense emotional distress in the process. The medicines that I take calm me down and make me think clearly, though I think all they do is make me sleepy, but it works and I'm able to communicate effectively.

Answer 9

no its not you they have to medicate you to tell you your crazy

Answer 10

I don't know why they are that why but you sure can't trust them. Or I can't anyway.........