Citizen in Denmark - Ny i Danmark

Psychological problems“Emotional heartache and distress”In Denmark, it is not uncommon to suffer from psychiatricproblems. Feeling emotionally distressed is not the same asbeing mentally ill. Many Danes seek help and get treatmentfor psychological problems. If you have arrived in Denmarkto escape war or persecution, there may be several reasonsfor suffering mental problems that you would not have hadunder normal living conditions.Psychiatric problems can result in physical painVisit your doctor if you are experiencing psychiatric problemsand need help. Psychiatric problems can also lead to physicalpain. If, for example, you are suffering from back pains,stomach pains or headaches without any obvious physicalcause, or you are sleeping badly, you should visit your doctor.Your doctor will examine you to determine whether thereis a psychiatric cause.Psychological counsellingYour doctor may feel that your symptoms can not be treatedusing medicine alone. You may, therefore, be referred to apsychologist who can help you.If you are experiencing mental anguish as a result of war ortorture, your doctor will refer you to a centre for traumatisedrefugees.Children can also feel poorlyYou should be aware that your children may also be sufferingfrom after affects and require help. You can talk about this withyour doctor, case officer, health visitor, teachers or personnelat your child’s nursery, crèche or after-school recreationscheme. They can advise you on how to proceed.HEALTH AND SICKNESSAsking about your problemsYour doctor might ask you if you are worried or have a lot onyour mind. Whether you are experiencing marital problems.Or whether you miss your family and native country. Orwhether you have been exposed to traumatic experiencessuch as war and torture or been held in prison.Your doctor has to observe secrecyYour doctor must observe secrecy, so you are not at risktalking to him or her about your problems. Whatever yousay will remain between you and will not be passed on tothe authorities, unless you wish it.133