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What do you advise if i see a psychiatrist and she won't give me meds i need for anxiety because i have had a few duis. can she judge me like that?
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Loaded Question: I assume you are asking about benzodiazapines. A provider is ultimately responsible for prescribing medications safely. Prescribing benzodiazapines to someone with a serious alcohol problem is in some ways like handing the person a drink. If you drive intoxicated with benzodiazapines or benzos plus alcohol - someone might be killed on the road.
Answered 7/9/2014
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Yes. You are going: to a professional for an expert opinion. That professional should consider all the factors in your situation, including your drug/alcohol history. Having a "few" DUIs is relevant to finding the best treatment for your anxiety. There are excellent non-drug treatments for anxiety, including cognitive-behavioral therapy and biofeedback training (www.bcia.org and www.aapb.org).
Answered 9/29/2016
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