🔍Getting a diagnosis is a process that varies in time and accessibility.
📝Self-diagnosis can be valid with proper research and understanding.
💼Having access to free healthcare made my diagnosis journey easier.
😢My struggles were misunderstood as depression when it was actually stress and overwhelm.
💪Support from family and doctors played a crucial role in my journey towards healing.
How long does it usually take to get a diagnosis?
—The time for diagnosis varies. I was fortunate to get diagnosed quickly, but for some, it can take months or even years.
Can self-diagnosis be accurate?
—Self-diagnosis can be valid if done with proper research and understanding. However, it's important to seek professional help for an official diagnosis.
Are mental health services always accessible?
—Unfortunately, mental health services may not be easily accessible for everyone. In my case, being in Canada allowed me to have free access to healthcare.
Was your diagnosis initially accurate?
—My initial diagnosis of depression did not fully capture my struggles. It was later recognized that stress and overwhelm were the main factors affecting me.
How important is support in the diagnosis journey?
—Having support from family and doctors is crucial in the diagnosis journey. They played a significant role in understanding my challenges and helping me on the path to healing.
00:16Introducing myself as Paige Leal, someone who experienced the diagnosis process.
02:20Expressing gratitude to the sponsor, Cerebral, for their mental health support.
03:32Addressing the common question of how to get diagnosed and the importance of mental health awareness.
06:00Sharing personal experiences of feeling overwhelmed and desperate for help.
08:49Explaining the initial steps of my diagnosis, including filling out forms and meeting with doctors.
09:55Discussing the privilege of free healthcare in Canada and acknowledging the challenges of accessing mental health services.
12:05Emphasizing the need for accurate self-diagnosis and the importance of seeking professional help.
13:43Highlighting the difference between depression and the stress and overwhelm I was experiencing.
15:25Acknowledging the role of support from family and doctors in my healing journey.
17:00Ending the video on a hopeful note, encouraging viewers to seek help and find support in their own diagnosis journeys.
