What happens next?

how old is your daughter? if she is under 18 the doc she will be considered a child and will definately want to talk with you. Make sure you take some one with you for support. If you want your daughter to stay longer than a few days make sure you say so and why. @MsManaged

Hi, I doubt it...

Some drs work Saturdays but mostly they aren't around over the weekends so that makes sense that she's waiting til Monday to consult. Nothing to be worried about,

I haven't been in a psych ward as a minor so don't know if they have to involve the family

If u are over 18 I believe they mostly don't contact family unless asked.

@Bunniekins @EternalFlower

Thanks for the replies.

She's over 18.

And just been informed they are now transferring her to a different hospital. Where I'm sure those procedures will be different to current hospital.

Welcome @MsManaged you’ve found the right place for understanding and support. My girl has been in and out of hospital since the age of 17, now 27 and during each admission I have been contacted by the Psychiatrist to provide history as well as general behavioural questions. For my daughters sake, I was always open and honest with the information I provided. It gives them a clear picture to work with. As your daughter is an adult, she may request you not be contacted so be prepared for that. This did happen a few times with my girl but then she became so unwell they overrode that decision and kept me in the loop. It’s always good to speak with the social worker/nursing staff at the hospital as they spend more one on one time with the patient and can provide good information. I hope your daughter receives the best possible care and wish you peace of mind.

Hi @MsManaged

I'm glad you found these forums and really hope they are helpful for you. I'm so sorry your daughter is in hospital right now, it's so hard to deal with when one of our children is not well. The other forum members have offered some great advice.

Have you heard anything today in regards to her wellbeing?

If you want to speak to a particular forum member it's a handy tip to type @ before the name and pick from the drop-down box. That way you're assured they'll see the message.

sending hugs

hanami 💮

@hanami

Thank you & hugs.

The hospital have kept her admitted. She had a nightmare & fell off the bed so hospital have put her bed on the floor (which i had a giggle about - just that already she's making herself at home there).

They are trying different combos of her medication & given her new anti depressants & sleeping tabs.

She's taken a deep breath & called her family members to let them know & most have taken it well.

I am not sure I could have got through this weekend without this forum & had the strength to go to my photo shoot appt either so my sincerest thanks you to all.

@Krishna

She told me she will sign the consent forms allowing staff to talk to me but I'm not sure that's happened yet there is one moment in her life that I only know the basics & as she knows it breaks my heart she wants to inform staff that particular moment isn't discussed & she's not sure if that is doable.

I've yet to be contacted. Though when I dropped more clothes to her I spoke to a nurse telling her I didn't feel it was safe for my daughter to be at home & let the "team" know.

Hi @MsManaged

I’m so glad things are going ok and that the forums have helped you so much. That’s just wonderful! What kind of photo shoot did you go to? Sounds interesting!

🤗 🤗 🤗

hanami 🌸

Hi @MsManaged As hard as it, I’m glad the hospital have admitted your daughter. There were many heartbreaking memories I had to share/relive with my girls doctors but it’s best they have the full picture. In saying that, I’m also sure there are many things that I am unaware of that may have assisted the team. It sounds like they’re doing all they can to stabilise your daughter and am sure they will be in contact soon. They spend quite some time monitoring mood and behaviour before coming to any conclusions. Just know she is safe and being cared for. It’s so distressing I know. Here if you need to unload your worries. ❤️

@hanami

Thanks 🙂

And thank you for asking about the photos.

I "won" a $1000 package. I told them I want my personality captured was not interested in bedroom type shots. I wanted ME up on display if I was going to spend big $$. $1000 after the sitting fee doesn't go far lol covers maybe two photos.

But they got me. My friend was there & even she said "OMG that's my friend"

One of the best ones was me in a black biz jacket pulled down a little with white biz shirt & black tie with musical notes leaning forward screaming with a smile.