Disapointed with Dr's letter

Ross1975

The letter is quite short and vague, It doesn't seem to properly back up the issues I face which are related to certain PIP descriptors, no mention of how these things can end up making me feel suicidal and no mention of overwhelming psychological distress, even though I've told the doctor this and I also mentioned both things on the print out that I handed to reception for them to scan in for the doctor. It also says on his letter that I get very anxious WHEN using public transport or traveling to unfamiliar places, this makes it sound like I do use public transport and travel to unfamiliar places. The fact is I CAN'T do these things due to anxiety and the suicidal thoughts and overwhelming psychological distress that I will feel afterwards, I told the doctor this, it's also mentioned on the print out that I handed in. I need to convince the assessor at PIP, that I cannot do these things.

Should I still bother with sending the doctors letter with my PIP form since it makes it sound like I can and do do those things? Maybe I could point out the mistake in the doctors letter in my PIP form?

Lauren29

Although it can be helpful to have a GP letter this it isn't essential. As part of my job I support people to complete PIP forms and we often don't include a GP letter. Do you have other evidence to support what you have recorded on your PIP form? Are you receiving any support from another medical professional with your mental health and can they write a letter of support? The Health Assessor will look at whether you are receiving any support or medication for your metal health. Do you have a friend or family member that can write about your metal health and how this impacts you? You will also be able to explain your issues at the assessment.

Zipz

https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/137864/disapointed-with-drs-letter

I have often annotated medical records and letters. For example, "Dr X states correctly that ____. However, my symptoms in this area extend to the point that I am unable to ___."