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The husband told his wife that he did something stupid at his therapy session because he doesn't want to be diagnosed with a mental illness. The wife encouraged him to be open with himself and his doctor, who offered support and support throughout the process. They also discussed their struggles with debt together and agreed to work through it together.
human
I did something stupid at my therapy session today.
gpt
What happened?
human
I lied to the psychiatrist about hearing voices because I don't want to be diagnosed with a mental illness.
gpt
Why would you do that? Seeking help is nothing to be ashamed of.
human
I know, but the stigma surrounding mental health is still so strong. I couldn't bear the thought of being labeled as crazy.
gpt
You're not crazy, and even if you were, it wouldn't change how much I love you. Mental illness is just like any other illness, and it needs to be addressed and treated.
human
I know, but it's easier said than done. I just wish I could keep up appearances and pretend that everything is okay.
gpt
That's not a sustainable solution. It's important to be honest with yourself and with your doctor. They can offer you the help and support that you need.
human
You're right. I'll try to be more open next time. I don't want to hold myself back from getting better.
gpt
That's all I can ask for. We're in this together and I'll support you every step of the way. Remember when we talked about the struggles you faced with debt? We worked through it together and we can surely work through this too.
human
Thank you for being there for me. I couldn't ask for a better partner.