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I have a fear of going to the doctors because they treat me like a joke.because i have anxiety should i get angry with them?

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Dr. Peter Karsant answered

Specializes in Dentistry

NO: Find a doctor you are comfortable with who will listen to you and understand your anxiety. It may take a little time, however when you find the one who you are comfortable with and listens to you everyone wins. When i alleviate a patients fears and anxiety it makes my day and theirs.

Answered 5/8/2016

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Dr. Barbara Lavi answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Agree w' Dr Karsant: No doctor should treat anyone like a joke. Before you choose a new doctor, interview a few and tell them that you suffer from anxiety. Ask them what they do to help clients who suffer from anxiety. Do they work with a psychiatrist? What medications do they recommend? Consider finding a psychologist as well to help you learn techniques to reduce your anxiety.

Answered 3/26/2014

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