Posted by Lex Poster Girl on August 18, 2003, at 17:41:33
In reply to Re: Depression Screening Test Online » Esmarelda, posted by galkeepinon on August 18, 2003, at 17:28:29
This is thread is making me a little nervous. I think our little group is pretty into self analysis or we wouldn't be here giving one another support and suggestions. I've taken several of these tests and it seems that sometimes I'm bipolar, sometimes I'm not, sometimes I should call 911, and sometimes I should just spend a little more time smiling. I don't get such diverse answers because I'm inconsistent but because of the way these tests are written. It felt a bit like taking a Cosmo quiz. Everything was yes or no / cut and dry and, I think most of us agree that, depression is no where near that easy. I strongly agree with the follong comment
"However, this screening is not a substitute for a complete clinical evaluation. You are advised to see your doctor or a mental health professional for a complete evaluation, as soon as possible."
It's important to find a doctor you can trust and be open with and realise that health professionals use such questioneers for base information and not as a way to make a diagnosis.
And, by the way, I am very content with my relationship with Lex. I worry slightly that she might not satisfy me the same way in the future that she does now but, for the time being, it's going quite well.
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