• curiousaur@reddthat.com
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      14 hours ago

      Oh man, that’s why I got off meds. When I got the 4th script in the congo line of meds to treat the previous meds’ side effects, I was done.

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    Usually in the first session, a therapist will look at your sleeping habits. It is a major indicator of issues.

    Whether it is stress, anxiety, PTSD, addiction, OCD, or any other mental disorders, If this meme applies to you, I suggest you talk to a therapist. Now a days, you can do sessions all online.

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      Therapist: So it sounds like you’re tired all the time.

      Me: yes.

      Therapist: Are you sleeping well?

      Me: No. But when I manage to sleep well for a few nights in a row, I feel amazing.

      Therapist: Well it sounds like sleeping better would help a lot. Why don’t you tell me about your sleep routine?

      Me: Well, I usually go to bed late, and then spend several hours staring at my phone until my eyes are itchy and I feel like I’m about to pass out.

      Therapist: Oh. You shouldn’t do that.

      Me: I know.

      Therapist: You should skip the part where you stare at your phone for hours.

      Me: I know.

      Therapist: Okay, well our time is up. That’ll be $5000.

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        I wake up at three am and sit with my eyes closed until my alarm at 5:15. What do doc?

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      Now a days, you can do sessions all online.

      I wish. Germany usually has a combination of “bad internet”, “tech illiteracy” and “no appointments in the next 2-4 years” .

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      Very good advice. Actual, trained and licensed therapists can help everyone at some point. Unfortunately, the majority are severely overworked and underpaid, so finding a good therapist that has experience or familiarity with your particular circumstances may take time.