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Phone assessments - Mental health

Today would be the 3rd assessment via phone, however my anxiety makes it extremely difficult for me to answer the phone and find the right words every time.... I’d much prefer a face to face assessment, does anyone else have this problem?
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That's completely understandable, any benefit assessment can be a nervous experience, especially in the run up to it. The current lockdown situation doesn't help things, with assessments being re-arranged frequently and telephone calls being the only option in most cases.
When you say that today "would be" your 3rd assessment, do you mean it was due to be today but it isn't happening anymore?
I think there will be many people who much prefer the face to face assessment, while on the other hand some will prefer the phone call, everyone will be different. Have you considered asking a loved one to sit with you during the call to provide support?
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Not sure what to suggest really, face to face won't come back until at least summer now. Is there any chance of having a paper assessment at all?
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my medication reviews I find very hard over the phone as my psychiatrist is hard to under stand plus the fact I’m always extra anxious I find also hard to understand so your not on your own there .