IOP

alskarani

I go for an intake appointment at an IOP program tomorrow.

I'm nervous they're going to think I'm really fat! I mean, technically I'm still 3 or 4 pounds in the overweight category. I'm really, really scared of what they are going to be thinking of me.

But I hope it will end up being a really good and helpful thing.

Has anyone else done an IOP? Does anyone have any encouragement?

minipony

I have done the iop program. It as awesome. It saved my life. Which hospital are you doing it through?

alskarani

I just started! It's really overwhelming! It's not through a hospital, it's a private place that is working with my insurance, recommended by my doctor.

I think it's going to be really helpful, but it's a slow start, and I feel anxious that it hasn't started in full yet...I am trying to keep myself busy and not worry too much, but levels of anxiety are really high! I had an anxiety attack at work the other day, and I think it's just because so much is in the air at the moment!

Anyway, that was a lot...but thanks for asking!

minipony

It taught me skills to use and gave me a safe place to try out different medications which was a nightmare. Keep in touch and let us know how you are doing. Email if you want to chat too.

alskarani

Thanks, minipony! Can I send a friend request?

minipony

Absolutely! I just accepted. Feel free the chit chat with me all you want. Would love to talk to you more about it. Maybe mfp e-mail is a better place than this thread

minipony

Ok so my iop was for anxiety and depression and not directly food. They definitely discussed food, mindful eating, vitamins, studies in nutrition etc as its all related.