I have two options, that I'm aware of. My place of employment offers three free visits with one of their counselors about any sort of mental problems, and depression would fall under this category. The other option is my own physician.
Are there any pros/cons of one versus the other? Also, in attempting to seek help for depression, is this likely to go on some permanent record of mine, thus making it difficult for me later in life? For example, could such a record be used to deny me life insurance, promotions, or employment with a different company?
Thanks for any insight.
2007-03-20 03:53:34 · 7 answers · asked by Wee Bit Naughty 3 in Health ➔ Mental Health
If you go to your reg phys. then he will tell you to see a counselor, so save yourself the copay and make the appointment with the counselor and follow his advice, it just might be that you need to talk to someone that doesn't know you, and it would be discrimination for them to use it against you for work .
2007-03-20 03:58:49 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It will go on your medical record, yes. It's been on there for years for me, and it doesn't go away...at least not that I know. It doesn't hinder your employment, and iif it does, it's only because of how you would be presenting yourself. A company can't legally refuse to hire you based on that. Millions of people are suffering from depression - I doubt that it would affect getting a life insurance policy. I would suggest going to your own psychologist/psychiatrist. You don't want the rumours at work to start, or your employer to look at you a different way. Unless it's totally discreet and your employers and co-workers will never find out, I suggest going your own way. Three visits won't fix it, trust me.
2007-03-20 04:01:45 · answer #2 · answered by Mynx 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would suggest seeing your own doctor. He/she knows your medical history and can better understand and treat your depression, as opposed to the "counselors".
It will be noted in your medical history but, it's not anything to really be concerned about. Millions of people have bouts of depression.
2007-03-20 04:00:45 · answer #3 · answered by rustybones 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
there are two places to go for help- the first would be your medical doctor to see if there is a chemical imbalance, the second would be to your church preacher. They have training in counseling, and it is free. Don't have a church? Start attending one and then ask for help. It also helps to have a group supporting you. A good place to start would be a bible church in your area.
2007-03-20 04:10:53 · answer #4 · answered by northville 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would go to my own physician. They have to keep your medical information private. I would not feel comfortable going to my company's counselors, because they are just that," the company's counselors". You could not be sure you had full privacy when they are company people.
2007-03-20 04:01:29 · answer #5 · answered by JAN 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you feel comfortable with the work councillor -go
if you want it to be private ask your Dr to see a psychiatrist
mental sickness does not deny you from any work or life insurance,promotions in life=you are showing people that you are willing to get help with your problems
2007-03-20 04:00:16 · answer #6 · answered by caffsans 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
All doctors are required to have patient confidentiality when it comes to your health records. If you are religious, I would suggest you take that route for counseling and they won't push any medications on you. Good luck!
2007-03-20 04:01:09 · answer #7 · answered by Micah 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋