My first visit to a psychiatrist 💊

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Even though SG as a society is more well aware of mental health in these current times, the truth is that the first step to reaching out is the hardest. I know there's so many outlets & hotlines to seek help but it's easier said than done.

I've cancelled so many polyclinic appointments because I've thought to myself during those times that "I'm actually doing okay. I don't need help" but then I'd regret it when I'm going through a hard time a few days after. On hindsight, it's probably good to go for that appointment when feeling "normal" because it may make the appointment easier to go through with.

I went through the route of my neighbourhood polyclinic & got a referral for a psychiatrist in a hospital. Polyclinics would also usually have their own psychiatrists as well. So, the nurses set me up for an appointment with the in-house psychiatrist in case my hospital referral appointment would be too late for me. Although, I prefer the hospital because it's generally less crowded & faster which means less likely for me to leave before my number is called up 😅

I couldn't find much information about the process of actually getting help online. So, I thought it would help for me to share my experience here! Hope this helps anyone deciding to seek for help 🙏