Posted by 8 Miles on January 15, 2004, at 16:41:39
In reply to re being asked if suicidal, posted by Fi on January 10, 2004, at 12:23:16
Fi, I hear what you are saying, but is it JUST the one Pdoc who does that to you, or counselors as well? Do you have a pretty good talking relation with the doc? I would really have to know a whole lot of your personal situation (NOT that I'm suggesting that you provide that!)to really understand the dynamics between you and your doc, and provide relevant comments. In general, however, IF one is or HAS been having suicidal ideations, it would be appropriate during each followup for the doc or couselor to ask that person how they were feeling (regarding suicide or feelings of hopelessness). It is something not only responsible of a doc to ask, but in many states, a legal requirement. I'm facing that right now with someone close to me. I cannot confront her about it directly, because I know she will deny it. However, if I tell her doc or counselor too much, they will have to throw the red-flag and contact local officials. This is a terrible place to be, as I am dam*** if I do and dam*** if I don't. So, I chose TO do so. I'd rather lose the trust or the relationship than to lose her because I DIDN'T speak out when I saw all the warning signs. So, bottom line. Yes, they should ask, but NO they should not just relax after getting the reply they want and then not ask other relevant questions. Maybe it's just the doc?
Hope you find the right answer.
8
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