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creative_writerSenior Contributor
I feel really depressed and restless, my thoughts are racing and I have lots of nervous energy. Can’t stop my thoughts, I feel like I’m on the edge and I don’t know what to do. I’ve been eating PRN on a regular basis since Friday which helps a bit, but it hasn’t been enough to settle me
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Ru-beeModerator
Hey @creative_writer what do you feel you need right now?
Sitting with you
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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Ru-beeModerator
Okay @creative_writer sounds like these thoughts are getting pretty serious at the moment, I'm glad you've been able to reach out here. Are you safe right now?
Do you feel able to reach out to Lifeline (13 11 14 or Crisis Chat ) or Suicide call back service (1300 659 467 or online counselling )?
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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Ru-beeModerator
Good on you for reaching out in the first place @creative_writer, it's a shame about the wait times, I know that is just about the last place you want to be waiting but it is a sign of how many others are reaching out too. Do you feel up to giving SANE another call?
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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MJG017Senior Contributor
Hey @creative_writer, I'm sorry you're going through this right now. I'm not sure what else to suggest other than what @Ru-bee has already done. If you feel like it is getting worse, is there an ED you could get to? I now it's probably a last resort with wait times, but at least you'd be around other people who can help. Sorry I can add anything else, other than we're here with you and will support you however you want us to.
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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Ru-beeModerator
Yeah makes sense that'd really take it out of you @creative_writer
Taking it easy tonight and just keeping yourself safe sounds like a good idea.
What are the slides on?
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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Help us push aside the stigma and discrimination surrounding complex mental health and change the way people talk about, and care for, mental illness.
SANE acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past and present.
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