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How can i convince my new psychiatrist that im going tru severe mental stress so he can take me out of work to try and get better.

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Dr. Anatoly Belilovsky answered

If he's any good...: ...The more you talk about "take me out of work, " the less likely he'll go along with it. If you are really in that much trouble, you don't need to do any convincing.

Answered 5/4/2013

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A member asked:

How can i convince my new psychiatrist that im going tru severe mental stress so he can take me out of work to try and get better.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Anatoly Belilovsky answered

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