In a message dated 8/28/99 10:32:08 AM Eastern Daylight Time,
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<< Yes, Valerie, I agree.  And I disagree with Susan who says a woman who
 feels permanently guilty 'for breathing' is in need of psychiatric help. >>

I have to agree with Susan on this point. Anyone who is feeling that guilty,
that often probably does need referral to a mental health professional.
Sometimes all it takes is a little counseling to change the way one views
her life & her world. We all feel guilty, some more than others. But, this
permanent feeling of guilt should be a red flag for referral so that an
expert can diagnose and treat depression.

Laura Hart, RN, BSN, IBCLC  (who seriously considered being a psychiatric
nurse before going into OB)
Winter Park, Florida

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