Ethical Questions

[decisionpending]

So, I have asked this in a different manner before but I would like to ask again... in a, hopefully, more thought-provoking way.

My psychologist wants me to go back and see her every fortnight (starting about 4 weeks ago). But, despite my own self-diagnosis, I don't want to (or I can't) tell her the complete truth about certain events and things which may be important.

If I do not feel ________ enough to talk about those certain events, should I go back? Must I go back?

[atticus1492]

Yes.

[pilot_light_out]

If you honestly think you would feel better talking about "those certain events" with someone (just to get it out) it doesnt have to be your psych of course. Maybe talk about it with a close friend, and if they don't help you or give you the right advice, rethink how well your psych could actually help you. Maybe he or she will be comforting.

I have a psych and their are certainly important things about myself and my life I don't feel all to comfortable explaining to her, but sometimes its easier to tell someone like her because you dont spend time with her during normal life. The psych is paid to listen to you and help you if they can. Who cares if they judge you. But of course I don't know the depth of your problems.

If im embarrassed or nervous about talking about something important, I just let my psych do the questioning, and if she gets it out of me, then I will most likely spill all. Most of the time the questions before hand help prepare me for letting it out. I normally don't regret telling her anything after I do so.

It's all your choice if you want to go back or not. Think more about it, i'd say.

[FatJordan]

I don't know the whole situation, but I would say don't go back if you don't want to...it's a decision that you really shouldn't take anyone's advice on.

[popdisaster00]

We shall meet the queen in a fortnight for tea and crumpets.

[jamison1386]

We shall meet the queen in a fortnight for tea and crumpets.

hahahaha thats great

but seriously, its up to you and how comfortable you feel about it

[xvszero]

Part of the process is working up to the point where you are able to talk about these things. So I wouldn't bail on it just because you can't imagine doing it NOW.

[dannytheschid]

Revealing your best kept secrets is one of the most self-affirming things that you could do for yourself. It'll help you accept yourself.