Scared to use phones.

[Modelaeroman]

Hi all,

I was recently diagnosed as Bipolar Depression type 2 and I have had to go back and forth to my local mental health unit and doctor who have asked on a few occasions to phone up about changes in medication etc etc but I have over the last few years developed a BIG phobia of using phones, even phoning family or friends who I have known for years fills me with dread. I would rather walk 10 miles to talk to someone face to face than speak on a phone. Does anyone else have this sort of problem as well. I spoke to my counselloe about it and she says it is a very common phobia, but I find it really stupid that I can't pick up a phone and dial a number and talk to someone.

Cheers

Kev

 

[sallyG]

Hi Kev....i have a p[roblem with phones too...my problem is that i think my landline has been bugged...im ok with my mobile..that doesnt bother me becasue i only use my mobile for text messages..but using the landline does me in...you have my full understanding of your problem.

 

[iffybob]

Ask

Ask if the mental health unit office has an email address you can send the information to,.. it may help....

... its not realy a phone thing with me, some days I dont want to speek to anyone , phone or not ...

 

[suzy]

I used to hate making phonecalls, just practice and call someone up everyday so you are more confident, just like a family member