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I have severe mental conditions but I am scared to ask for help because I tried once and it was a very bad experience. What should I do when I am afraid of rejection?

1 Answers Moderated by Graham Barrone, ICHP, MCBT Updated: Jun 26, 2018
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Anonymous on Jun 26, 2018
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Think of what the good outcomes could be and weigh this up compared to the bad outcomes. This could help but you know best what works for you.
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