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Do psychiatrist compulsory prescribe medicines? Because I want to take professional help but don't want to treat it by taking medicines..Please advice
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You can go for Psychotherapy
If need really permits then it's your decision to take medicine
First you can start with therapy and counseling
Consult with me or any psychologist for therapy and counseling online
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Absolutely not ! This is the biggest myth about Psychiatrists that all they do is give medicine . There are many mental health issues which need medicine but so many others can be well managed without medicine with therapy session commonly known as counseling.
It also depends on severity level of the problem
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Dear mam, certain disorder should be managed with medications(schizophrenia, mania). But disorders like depression, personality issues, anger control issues, can be handled with therapy.
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Dr. Varchasvi Mudgal
Psychiatrist
7 yrs exp
Indore
Dear user,
It is a common belief that psychiatrist always prescribe drugs which isnt the case always. The medicines are decided on case to case basis and with patient consent. If you feel you dont require medicine you can discuss it with your psychiatrist and explore other options. All in all medicines arent compulsory.
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Consult a psychiatrist amd ask for alternative options like Psychotherapy, behavioural modifications etc.
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