{"id":21068,"date":"2017-03-20T13:24:39","date_gmt":"2017-03-20T13:24:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/navytimes\/uncategorized\/2017\/03\/20\/kevlar-for-the-mind-tips-for-the-first-therapy-visit\/"},"modified":"2026-08-08T06:02:34","modified_gmt":"2026-08-08T06:02:34","slug":"kevlar-for-the-mind-tips-for-the-first-therapy-visit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/navytimes\/opinion\/2017\/03\/20\/kevlar-for-the-mind-tips-for-the-first-therapy-visit\/","title":{"rendered":"Kevlar for the Mind: Tips for the first therapy visit"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Q. My wife recently asked me to see a\u00a0<\/b> <b>therapist for my depression. I fought\u00a0<\/b> <b>her on this for a while but finally\u00a0<\/b> <b>gave in. I&#8217;m nervous about going.\u00a0<\/b> <b>What should I expect? Do you have\u00a0<\/b> <b>any tips?<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><br\/> <b>A. <\/b>The decision to see a psychologist,\u00a0psychiatrist or social worker for mental\u00a0health concerns is a tough decision for\u00a0many people.\u00a0Some service members avoid mental\u00a0health professionals because they don&#8217;t\u00a0want to burden others with their problems.\u00a0Some are afraid of being labeled\u00a0weak or &#8220;crazy.&#8221; Others believe they\u00a0will be pressured to take medication,\u00a0talk about their sexual histories or get\u00a0bogged down in seemingly senseless<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">discussions about their childhood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><br\/>Like most things in life, preparation\u00a0makes difficult decisions a little bit\u00a0easier. Gaining clarity about what mental\u00a0health treatment is and isn&#8217;t can ease\u00a0anxiety about the process. 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Coming up with a list of\u00a0questions for this provider is also important.\u00a0A few you may want to consider:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>How does the medication work?<\/li><li>How long will I need to take the medication?<\/li><li>Does the medication have any side effects? If so, what do I do If I experience any?<\/li><li>Can you drink alcohol while taking the medication?<\/li><li>What should I do if I miss a dose?<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Seeking mental health treatment can\u00a0be a difficult process for some. But, with\u00a0a little preparation and a few targeted\u00a0questions, you can become a more<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">informed consumer and clear the way for\u00a0a successful venture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><br\/> <i>Bret A. Moore, Psy.D., is a board-certified\u00a0<\/i> <i>clinical psychologist who served two tours\u00a0<\/i> <i>in Iraq. 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