How do you know when you need medication for a mental disorder?

Answer 1

actually YOU don't. A Medical professional will make that decision for you. Go see a doctor.

Answer 2

It depends...everyone is different. For example, I have severe panic disorder and simple talk therapy wasn't doing enough to control the attacks....so I went on meds. It is a ultimately a personal decision, But definentely see a doctor and recieve an official diagnosis.

Answer 3

I refused medication for 10 years because I didn't believe in mind/mood altering substances.

But then I was hospitalized so I started taking medication after that.

Answer 4

First you need to go see your Dr. to take a blood test to find out if your skizofranic or bipolor. From there your Dr should prescribe medication.

Answer 5

Firstly,You've got to be diagnosed with a disorder by your doc and they try other things first.They don't automatically prescribed you medication.

Answer 6

If you see a licensed psychiatrist, they will be able to diagnose you and put you on medication if necessary.

Answer 7

I think a simple definition would be, when it is interfering with your daily life: i.e. causing conflict with others, making you behave in ways you dont want to, etc.

Answer 8

PETER,

FORGET WHAT JACKIE WROTE. THIS IS ALL B--S--T!
A GOOD PSYCHIATRIST MAY DO TESTS WHICH MAY INDEED SHOW A CHEMICAL IMBALANCE IN YOUR BRAIN. ALL THIS IS BEYOND YOUR OWN CONTROL.
HOPE ALL WORKS OUT FOR YOU.

Answer 9

When you are psycho, like those women who are after me for child support.

Answer 10

when you ask that question