Posted by fi on December 2, 2004, at 11:39:04
In reply to Re: Psychiatric care: is this the usual? » fi, posted by cubic_me on November 29, 2004, at 14:39:55
Thanks- v useful overview and help to get a sense of proportion. And reminder I can keep going back to the GP when I need to (who can re-refer).
I particularly wanted to say that you need to take care of yourself as a psychiatrist? You need to be able to feel comfortable with the idea you can never help everyone who needs it (and some will resist the help you do offer!) Its great that you are so committed to the role and its training- would be a shame if you got burnt out? Your caring attitude is great- you'll be much appreciated by most of the patients you do see.
I know the feeling of being overwhelmed from my time nursing- it was always not having enough time for patients, and sometimes not doing things that would have made a big difference. Not easy. You can only do what you have the time and energy for- and you cant do anything if you are knackered, so need to take care!
Ta lots again
Fi
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