08-23-2017, 04:11 PM
(07-15-2017, 02:15 AM)Tigertail58 Wrote:(07-14-2017, 12:46 PM)FirePlaces Wrote: FWIW, here in the US, it seems as if psychiatrists are the most informed and open-minded about scripting benzos.In some parts of the US it is very difficult to book an appointment with a psychiatrist, most in my area are treating children with ADHD and people with profound mental illness, like suicidal depression, psychosis etc.. They seem to have no time for the panic attack, anxiety disorder types, or are interested in prescribing some awful mood stabilizer, in my limited experience.
Too true! In Maine, there is an acute shortage of psychiatrists. I put in FEB 27TH for help with adult add and panic attacks and just now have an appointment next week. (Aug 29). I was able to fill in with the great advice and help I get from this organization but it has been a struggle. I finally had to call and complain that it was CRIMINAL to have people with mental problems untreated this long. If not for that, I'd still be waiting.