Wrong Profession

Currently I’m studying Psychology, and Child and Adolescent Mental Health Studies. I find it fascinating how certain mental disorders come to be, are passed down, and the various ways they are manifested. Unfortunately, I know quite a few people with a mental health issue, and based on stats and what I’ve seen, I know their battles with it will be long and hard. And it’s incredibly painful to watch.

When I was younger I used to think they were over reacting, or that it was just a phase but I’ve seen the toll its taken on their lives. I’ve actually thought about the possibility of them doing something drastic, and it’s terrifying. It’s terrifying to think that no matter what you do there is nothing that can make it go away immediately. No magic pill or shot they can take…it’s just something they have to ride out.

These people are, or at some point were, my best friend, so of course I have an emotional attachment to their situation. However, I often wonder if I will be able to distance myself from my clients and do my job when the time comes? Will I be able to deal with overwhelming sadness on a daily basis and still manage to keep my personal life in check…

I really hope so, I want to.