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Ynotisay · M
According to my friend the successful therapist....WAY too many. She says its super common for people to seek out therapy, and look for a diagnosis, when it's not valid.
And I remember reading recently that something like 90 percent would prefer dating someone who has been in therapy. That just blew my mind. My assumption would have been the opposite.
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And I remember reading recently that something like 90 percent would prefer dating someone who has been in therapy. That just blew my mind. My assumption would have been the opposite.
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@Ynotisay Interesting. I sometimes wonder how much of it is just sheer lack of attention from the people in their world.
Ynotisay · M
@OlderSometimesWiser Not sure. I imagine there's a lot of factors that go in to it. But I do think, at least according my friend, that having a "mental health diagnosis" is almost a badge of honor to some. Particularly younger people. I see it as an accessible excuse. Doesn't negate how many are truly struggling with things out of their control though. But it almost diminishes their struggles.
IMO, some absolutely need legitimate professional help. Others will be better served by the "old days" method. "Suck it up and get over yourself."
IMO, some absolutely need legitimate professional help. Others will be better served by the "old days" method. "Suck it up and get over yourself."