disagree with your request.
In the event that they agree, they will likely recommend other doctors that you can meet with. When there’s a disagreement, you’ll have to think carefully about how you’d like to move forward.
In most cases, you can still go out and find another doctor on your own. It might not be as collaborative as when your doctor agrees, though, so be prepared to start the entire diagnostic process from scratch.
It’s important to realize that getting a second opinion doesn’t mean that your diagnosis will be different. The second doctor might agree with your first doctor’s conclusions.
Life After Diagnosis: Moving Forward After a Schizophrenia Diagnosis
If that’s the case then it’s less likely that you’ve been misdiagnosed. You should always feel comfortable with asking your doctor for more information about your illness regardless of what happens.
It can be life-changing to be diagnosed with any mental health disorder and many doctors expect disbelief at first.
However, if you’re having doubts about your diagnosis, it’s better to be absolutely sure.
Bear in mind that it’s also possible to have more than one mental health disorder at a time so it can be helpful to make note of all your symptoms.