I can relate as well. I am physically disabled as well as having MH problems and have problems getting CMHT to understand it's the impact of all diagnoese that can be the problem. I remember a consultant telling me once that the problem was that services are told to concentrate on one condition, usually the one considered most problematic (I have no idea who makes the decision) but that by treating some patients in that way futher problems can occur.
I guess that doesn't really help practically but may help you understand; it's still frustrating!!
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