Donna Wood52 said:General practice. They're already out there working. And some have already finished their fellowships—especially those in private practice. They can bill you for everything within five minutes.$100. 😂 🤷 👎
I'd love to know how general practitioners make that kind of money if they aren't working in an ER 🙄
Residency takes four years of schooling, plus opening a private practice isn't cheap Go ahead, spend eleven years in training and sink all that cash into opening your own clinic, then you can start billing too $100 🤣
Donna Wood52 said:Now it's going to look like they're making way too much$333. 🤣 Fine then. 🙂
I know a few doctors personally, and they're pulling in $150k. 👍
Are we talking about specialists here, residents, or just some random GP straight out of med school after their internship???????????? Specialization still takes a few more years of training.
And I'm not even counting ER work, because everyone there pulls a bigger paycheck, but they also work way more hours than what’s actually written in their contracts.
I didn't even think about Donna Wood52—much less anything involving a fetish. Honestly.
Look, I’m already spoken for—and before you start, my guy isn't some med student or a doctor. Honestly? I couldn't care less about those fancy titles everyone seems to be collecting like trading cards these days. I value people based on their character and how kind they actually are—which, let's face it, is a pretty rare commodity lately—rather than what's printed on a diploma. 😉
I once met a doctor who was actually decent—truly competent—so I foolishly assumed they were all cut from the same cloth. Just to clear the air here: I don’t have some weird doctor fetish, regardless of what anyone might want to think. At least, I don't fall into that category of pathological fetishists.
To get back to the point—as one particularly sharp individual once pointed out—medical students are basically conditioned from day one to believe they’re some kind of superior species. It’s baked right into the curriculum. You see it all the time with certain doctors who are way too preoccupied with their own status; they won't even look at a patient if they don't think there's a profit in it. If you're just a kid with a brain tumor and no insurance, or some poor soul who can't afford the premium tier, they’ll look the other way. And don't even get me started on the lack of professional courtesy—you have plenty of them who are completely uncollegial, refusing to lend a hand to a peer during a test or a rotation just because they can. It's pathetic, really.
Look, at the end of the day—and I really mean this—every single profession has its fair share of problematic individuals. I wasn't trying to paint everyone with the same brush or make some sweeping generalization here.
I know this one GP—a general practitioner I occasionally drop in on when I need a prescription or something similar. He’s a perfectly decent guy—calm, kind, actually pretty funny once you get him talking. He splits his time between two very different worlds. One is this remote clinic way out in the middle of nowhere—think rural Montana or some isolated patch of the Ozarks—where he treats elderly patients and folks with disabilities. Honestly, it seems like a massive sacrifice given how desolate that area is. His other practice, though, is right here in the heart of the city.
We could probably justify opening up an entirely new thread here—something along the lines of, "Why is there always this constant need to degrade cleaning crews?" ☕ Well, I suppose that’s just part of the job—nothing more, nothing less. They need to be paid a little something too—just enough to cover their own damn messes, trash, and whatever other nonsense they leave behind. Beyond that, they’re still a family, aren't they? I mean, who else are they supposed to eat with? And I won’t even get started on how most people look down their noses at them—it’s pathetic, really. You see these sanitation workers out there, and you realize some of them actually have college degrees just to spend their days cleaning up after kids in public schools. It’s a strange reality, isn't it?
And where exactly are you getting the idea that doctors have low salaries nowadays? What an absolute load of nonsense!
Helloooo? 😲 You don't need six years of university and a year of experience to be a janitor or a garbage collector.
Don't you think spending seven years in school for $1333 isn't exactly a small investment? 😕 And that's not even counting those grueling ER shifts and overtime hours people pull just to scrape together a few extra bucks. 🙄
redharbor23 said:It’s just an accepted social norm at this point. You know the old saying, "The priest and the doctor are the pillars of the community." 😉
There are all kinds of people out there, including doctors, just like in any other profession. The only difference is that their level of responsibility far outweighs almost any other field (though pilots are up there too). Personally, I know plenty of physicians and med students, and they come in all varieties—for heaven's sake, we're only human. You’ll find arrogant jerks, and you'll find genuinely wonderful people. But regardless of personality, they are underpaid . When you consider the years of grueling study, the sheer amount of effort required, the massive responsibilities they carry, and the extreme stress of the job, how much can they actually be paid???
It’s honestly ridiculous. A doctor who just finished med school is making less than my hairstylist and, if I’m not mistaken, an average garbage man. 🤔
A job is just a job 🙄 Some people actually love what they do, others hate it, some are pros, and some are just incompetent. You’ll find terrible, rude mechanics out there, and you’ll find them among doctors too. It’s the same story regardless of the profession. Plus, the pay isn't even worth all those years spent in school 🤷
crimsonhound80 said:Well, it varies, I suppose, but when you look at studies involving healthy volunteers to see how AD affects baseline behavior, about 80% of them actually experienced mania or hypomania.
2. The medication causes unpleasant side effects.
For most people, those "side effects" are actually that very mania and hypomania we're talking about.🙂
Basically, antidepressants don't make a depressed person "happy" (as in hypomanic or euphoric); they just pull them out of that negative hole and back up to zero (that "everything feels level" state).
It all depends on the severity of the depression. Bringing someone to "zero" doesn't necessarily mean they'll act like they "don't care about anything"—which, by the way, would actually imply the treatment isn't working properly. The whole point of using antidepressants is to reach that zero mark, but "zero" is supposed to be normal, healthy behavior, not some kind of total lethargy.
If you want that "I don't give a damn" feeling, that's what antipsychotics are used for.
Psychiatrists aren't omnipotent, obviously, but they can tell when someone is faking symptoms—and honestly, that can even cross into criminal territory (forensic psychiatry actually trains specialists specifically to distinguish between a truly ill patient and someone who is just simulating illness).
You hit the nail on the head here.😁
That attempt at "deception" actually has a technical term: malingering, where the goal is to gain some sort of specific advantage or benefit.
Personally, I love hypomania 😍😍😍 weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee
I feel like I'm on top of the world—crushing my goals, getting my degree, dominating in sports, and feeling ultra happy. 😍
But whatever. Side effects from meds usually level out once your body gets used to them anyway. 😢
wearyowl29 said:So, I was thinking about this today—what actually happens if someone who isn't dealing with depression decides to pop some antidepressants, like Zoloft or something? And another thing on my mind... is it even possible to fake depression or anxiety when you're sitting there in a doctor's office?🤷
Honestly, antidepressants are great, especially if you aren't even depressed to begin with.😁 You just get hit with a massive serotonin overload and suddenly life is awesome.😍 😍😍
I mean, who wouldn't want to take a little happy pill?😁
fadedraven19 said:If you're actually planning on getting into this line of work, you have to accept that you're going to get beat up. If you weren't built for it, you'll just end up covered in bruises and scratches everywhere.
It’s just a bit awkward when you clean yourself up to head to a job interview, only to look like you just went ten rounds with a heavy bag.🤣
Ever since I moved from New York City to the suburbs 😁, I haven't really had much choice but to run. I’m lucky that my running route (well, more like urban exploring, because running by itself is just boring 😁) is actually pretty scenic. There are bridges missing planks, railroad crossings, ramps, wooded trails, and dodging fences around people's backyards 😍
Now, I'm wondering how to gradually introduce parkour elements into my routine so I can build up actual form without accidentally killing myself 😍
The other day, I tried a lazy vault over a ramp and absolutely wiped out 😢 I messed up my shoulder, and now my right wrist is constantly aching I just can't nail the move at all.
I did manage to land a two-handed vault 👍
Just keep in mind, I'm a pretty delicate girl who usually wanders around in dresses, and it's not exactly a great look when I'm covered in bruises and scratches 😠
crimsonhound80 said:And even if I were, I wouldn't tell you (that’s what one of my buddies always says) 😁
Just imagine if you went onto a psychology subforum and publicly announced you were a therapist or something🤣.
You wouldn't be able to sleep for weeks because of all the private messages you'd get flooding in.😁
Quincy:
Regarding that restlessness... I don't even start feeling it until late at night, right when I know I should be winding down for bed. I guess that restlessness comes from the pressure of wondering, "Am I actually going to fall asleep tonight or not?"
You hit the nail on the head there. You're basically stressing yourself out over nothing. My advice? Stop hanging out on these forums after 10 PM.😉
Quincy:
Do you know any doctors who might be able to help me (even via DM)?
Honestly, most doctors could probably help, and from what I can see, you don't seem to have anything super serious going on. 🤷
Quincy:
c)I work out twice a week in the afternoons and feel great afterward. Occasionally I'll do some extra stuff too—like swimming or using some equipment at home—but I don't overdo the exercise. Mostly, though, it just depends on whether I have my car available.😁
That sounds good; exercise is helpful, you just shouldn't go overboard. If you're struggling to sleep, though, maybe try avoiding those afternoon workouts.
Quincy:
d)How much does sitting at a computer for more than 10 hours a day contribute to insomnia?
It’s the exact same deal as overexerting yourself in the afternoons.
If that's part of your job, then make sure you stretch every 15 minutes or take a quick walk around the office—or wherever you are. But if you're just wasting time scrolling through forums...😁 well, you're going to have to cut back on that addiction yourself, because at that point, nobody can help you but you.
Think what you want 🙄
Look, let me just ask openly: what's your hourly rate? I know for a fact you aren't giving away advice for free ☕
Honestly, I love being on my own. It’s the best feeling ever. On the flip side, being around people actually makes me feel physically ill sometimes because they can be such a massive nuisance. I’ve even found myself lying about having errands to run just so I can dodge a social gathering. I just want everyone to get off my back so I can finally have some peace and quiet, all by myself.
I’m terrified of everything. Does that mean I have actual anxiety, or am I just a coward? Right now, I'm freaking out over exams, my professors, my aunt at the job interview, even just walking through the hallways at the university... The fear is so intense I just want to run away and hide somewhere, and my stomach is constantly turning in knots.
John Martin14 said:Can people with epilepsy exhibit behaviors similar to those with schizophrenia? A family member of mine is currently taking Tegretol 400, but there are moments when their behavior shifts so drastically it’s as if their entire personality has been swapped out. At times, they seem to present an image that is completely at odds with who they actually are or what they truly intend. What could be causing this? Is it possible for epilepsy to overlap with symptoms of schizophrenia, or perhaps we are looking at a specific subtype of epilepsy?
Greetings to everyone—whether you're feeling healthy, dealing with illness, those who feel they might be both, and of course, the therapists too! John Martin14
Man, you are clueless.😠 Both epilepsy and the medication itself definitely impact someone's mental state. Try cutting the power to your brain for a bit and see if you can still think straight after that. But epilepsy and schizophrenia aren't linked like that at all. Honestly, you should feel a little embarrassed for not doing even a tiny bit of research into what your own family member is dealing with.
Nicole Barrett76 said:What is the true nature of these sensations? Do you experience them as if someone or something is merely brushing against your skin, or does it feel more like a sharp pinching sensation? Furthermore, is this perceived contact limited strictly to your surface skin, or does it feel as though you are being touched or pinched from deep within your very being?
The guy literally said it feels like getting stung by jellyfish.😲
Kenneth Jackson30 said:I honestly don't get why you're even taking that if it makes you feel so lousy.🤷
My neurologist put me on this as a supplement to my Carbamazepine, and since I’m a disciplined patient who actually follows doctor's orders, I've been sticking to the plan. 😠
Basically, once he saw how much I was struggling with it, he pulled me off the Topamax. I've been feeling okay after just a few days.😍
He’s already planning on switching me over to a different medication, and honestly, after the nightmare I just went through, I'm terrified. 😲
Man, I can handle life with Topamax, but without it? Total disaster. What kind of nightmare is this? 😠 I’m going back to my old prescription and calling it a day! I just can't deal with the brain fog, stumbling around, or babbling nonsense for two months straight. I'll end up starving because I can't even think about what to eat, and everything I try—even just some soup—comes right back up.
Back when I was on high doses of Clonazepam, I mostly just slept through everything, so I didn't mind much. But this? This feels like a coma.
Ethan Carter32 said:Hey there! I've been on it for about a year now following my epilepsy diagnosis, and I can definitely back up most of what you mentioned. Fatigue, occasional dizziness at the start, forgetfulness, constant exhaustion, mood swings, digestive issues. It’s gotten a bit better lately, but the fatigue is still hanging around and I still get irritable sometimes, though that’s calmed down a little. Honestly, given the diagnosis, I'm willing to deal with this crap if it keeps the seizures at bay... Maybe things will settle down eventually and I won't have to deal with this shit anymore in a few years...
Carbamazepine and Clonazepam worked great for me compared to this stuff😠 It's not even that I can't walk straight—it's that I CANNOT WALK!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I wiped out on the sidewalk yesterday; I can't even make it ten feet. This never happened before I started Topamax. I can barely talk; I sound like a damn drunk. I haven't eaten in four days because I can't stand food—everything, even soup, makes me throw up. This thing is going to kill me😲 And the seizures are happening more often than they did on my old meds. I hate my neurologist—I want to run them over—kill them!!!!!! wah