Return of old habit
During the second appointment, Dr N asked more questions:
At the start of the session, my mum told Dr N that my dad and I could answer for her so to minimise her "long story" (she can't hear well and/or sometimes doesn't understand the question properly). I couldn't tell whether she was spending more or not but later, my sister affirmed it (to me personally). It seems that (because I cannot recall) my dad hinted to Dr N about this by saying that the fridge was already so full and yet my mum bought more food. I told him that he should tell the truth directly, rather than giving hints.
There were other incidents that recently came to my attention that indicated that she was spending more too e.g. giving strangers red packets@@.
She showed more instances of confusion/being distracted/forgetfulness e.g. leaving water bottle open, boiling water without closing the kettle, drove around for 30 mins, seemingly not knowing where she was going.
Despite telling Dr N that she's eating "alright", lately I realised that she's been eating junk food and fried food more frequently. In fact, for the first time ever, she bought soft drinks. This is something I should "correct" my mum during the next session with Dr N.
I accompanied mum to her appointment with the psychiatrist at the public hospital. Our main objective is to get the results of a recent blood test for Dr N (she wanted one done and was trying to help us save money). Although the psychiatrist was helpful and friendly (she did ask some questions relating to bipolar), a particular nurse was rude and nasty. Haiz.
- current mood
- happy or sad childhood?
- spent more?
- latest depression
At the start of the session, my mum told Dr N that my dad and I could answer for her so to minimise her "long story" (she can't hear well and/or sometimes doesn't understand the question properly). I couldn't tell whether she was spending more or not but later, my sister affirmed it (to me personally). It seems that (because I cannot recall) my dad hinted to Dr N about this by saying that the fridge was already so full and yet my mum bought more food. I told him that he should tell the truth directly, rather than giving hints.
There were other incidents that recently came to my attention that indicated that she was spending more too e.g. giving strangers red packets
She showed more instances of confusion/being distracted/forgetfulness e.g. leaving water bottle open, boiling water without closing the kettle, drove around for 30 mins, seemingly not knowing where she was going.
Despite telling Dr N that she's eating "alright", lately I realised that she's been eating junk food and fried food more frequently. In fact, for the first time ever, she bought soft drinks. This is something I should "correct" my mum during the next session with Dr N.
I accompanied mum to her appointment with the psychiatrist at the public hospital. Our main objective is to get the results of a recent blood test for Dr N (she wanted one done and was trying to help us save money). Although the psychiatrist was helpful and friendly (she did ask some questions relating to bipolar), a particular nurse was rude and nasty. Haiz.
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I wish a Merry Christmas to you and Ban. A better 2018 awaits you!
Merry Christmas to you too.