Ok, so the armed forces said i can't join for another year because i have a history of social anxiety. only...i don't. To appeal the decision you must get a doctors note stating that you are suitable and don't have the condition that is in the letter. My therapist i had was only seen 5 times over 4 or 5 months and we didn't get on well and i didn't like or trust her. How can i prove i do NOT have this?
2007-03-06 20:49:52 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Social Science ➔ Psychology
lol thanks but i don't actually have it, she just claimed it in my medical questionairer
2007-03-07 04:17:24 · update #1
I'd suggest you see another well qualified psychologist....optimally, with credentials better than hers. You'd need to see the new one about once a week for a several weeks....then, the new doctor can give a better qualified, and more up to date recommendation.
That's all I can think of.
2007-03-06 21:00:10 · answer #1 · answered by treefrog 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My suggestion would be to first determine what is causing anxiety-life stress, interpersonal troubles, housing market crash, or a physical ailment? Either way, I know from experience that chamomile tea works as a herbal remedy. Also, I would try a supplement called GABA (gammabutyric acid) available over the counter at any local drug store or pharmacy. This has a neurotransmitter calming effect. Perhaps also, if older, say over 40, melatonin supplements will help quell anxiety and give a good sleep, if taken before bedtime. But of course, exercise probably is the simplest and best remedy. Hope this helps.
2016-03-16 06:23:52 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should have another psychologist examine you over a period of time.
Also, if you've done any speeches in classes, or interacted with other classmates, or spoke up in class, go to the teachers and have them give a written statement of your performance in public.
Or play sports? Most people with social anxiety don't play sports.
2007-03-07 13:15:57 · answer #3 · answered by Advice Please 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Read these 2 wiki entries and carefully consider if any of areas/activites mentioned pose an uncomfortable feeling for you.
If you can identify any issues with any of these, those will be the areas to work on and practice, so you can get to a point they don't feel uncomfortable any more.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Socially_inept
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Social_anxiety
However this is easier said than done, and then you will need to be reassesed by who gave the diagnosis to the army, be it your therapist or the army psyc.
The fact that you didn't get on with your therapist is not proof that they could not see what diffilculties you have, just that you would not be able to use that therapist to help.
I suggest you go see another therapist for a second opinion.
Good luck for the future, hope you get it sorted :0)
2007-03-06 21:08:57 · answer #4 · answered by charliebcatt 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
well my frnd to prove that you donot have social anxiety just try to use internet and also dont try to know anything which is hidden from you.
Also try to even stop looking at your answers in yahoo answers which can make up you to decrease the zeal of knowing about social life.
So please ttry to avoid the zeal which makes you to know everything.
2007-03-06 21:04:16 · answer #5 · answered by Rocker 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
get out and record yourself having fun at the bar or wherever
2007-03-06 21:02:06 · answer #6 · answered by rep tha 313 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋