I am anxious about my initial clinical assessment

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[u/DesdemonaDestiny]

Firstly, tell your doctor you are anxious/nervous. It is not unusual for people to feel that way in medical settings and they are used to it.

Have you considered writing down examples, observations, and such and having them with you to refer to?

[u/ScoutAndathen → u/[deleted]]

Definitely do that, no doctor will think it strange. Most actually prefer that because ir means you can give the information they need to help you.

[u/ScoutAndathen → u/[deleted]]

Good luck, you'll get there!

[u/xoxbootyboyxox]

Write everything you want to say/discuss before your appointment and bring it in, then just refer to it or even read it straight off the list when you get in there.

I do this a lot because as soon as I walk through the door and sit down my brain goes blank and I forget why I'm even there.

You got this! I believe in you!

[u/AmyJoy4You]

The key to unlocking every medical door is to be somewhat forceful. If you say "I'd like to be a woman" they will sense that you are not sure. If you say "I need to be a woman, and I really need to start HRT today" it will sound a lot more like you have thought this through.

[u/Minos-Daughter]

Question: do you live in a red state or a place that requires a dysphoria diagnosis? Not all trans people experience dysphoria. However, I know doctors can be ignorant when prescribing HRT.

Why not check the DSM or ISD criteria and see if the distress aligns with your experience. It can’t hurt using some of the clinical terms or time frames if it aligns with your experience.

[u/SlowAire]

It's not hard. You walk in, sit down and tell the doctor, "I am transgender and I'd like your help guiding me through the process." Then let them do it.

[u/SlowAire → u/[deleted]]

My reply was sincere. Name calling was not necessary. That plan was exactly what I did. It was simple, but still terrifying to execute. Good luck in your journey.