A member asked:

I have psychological trauma from a recreational drug i tried months ago. it was my first time trying it. do i get treated the same as a drug abuser?

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Dr. Randy Baker answered

Specializes in Holistic Medicine

Hopefully not: I would expect any professional treating you to understand the difference between someone who tried a drug once and an addict or abuser. A helping professional should be non-judgmental. We all make mistakes and you can learn and grow from this experience. Consider cognitive behavioral therapy, emotional freedom technique and homeopathy among modalities that may help you to heal.

Answered 5/15/2016

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Dr. Pamela Pappas answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

No!: No, a psychiatrist listens to the problem you're having, and makes the best recommendations s/he can based on what's happening now. Addiction psychiatrists are very familiar with these drugs and their typical syndromes -- perhaps that's why the other psychiatrist who answered you when i did, mentioned "addiction" medicine as a possible help for you. A good psychiatrist will hear & respond to you.

Answered 9/28/2016

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