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Eden1919Senior Contributor
Hi so about 6 weeks ago just after i got out of hospital i was reffered to a private hospital far from my home and and they called today to say they have a bed and it could be in the next few days that i go. i am super scared i had almost forgotten about it or at least i thought they had forgotten about me. now i dont know what to do.
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Eden1919Senior Contributor
@Former-Member Yes i was in a public hospital before and it is a long story but anyway i have been to one private hospital before but this one is a different one and i have never been there before so i have no idea how they work. i am scared about a lot of things and mostly about what the doctors will do/say i am just i have a lot going on and i am scared that going will ruin things.
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Eden1919Senior Contributor
I am going tomorrow i cant talk to anyoone now i am just very scared and i just feel the need to run away like everything in my head is telling me this is bad but people around me are telling me to go. ugh dont know i am going now and it is done but i am just very scared.
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NikNikSenior Contributor
Hi @Eden1919
You have so much courage - it's great that you're pushing through the fear to take this step.
There are a few members who have talked about their private hospital stays. Maybe reading some of their threads will help?
@BlueBay has also talked about her hospital experiences (sorry Bluebay, I couldn't find the exact posts)
I think a lot of people feel the way you do before they go to hospital Eden, but I hear a lot of good feedback, particularly about private hospitals.
Take care!
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BlueBaySenior Contributor
Hi @Eden1919
I have been into a private mental health hospital quite a few times over the years. And I am on a wiating list right now due to go into again any time, just waiting for a phone call.
I was in a public hospital (short stay mental health unit) for one night last week and it is completely different to a private hospital.
Pls don't be scared, you will be fine. It does take a little while to get used to everything, but once you are settled in you will be okay. You will have a nurse probably assigned to you so you can ask questions or if you are concerned about something you can speak to the staff member.
I cannot complain at all about my private hospital. I have always had great treatment.
I do always feel anxoius about going in, even this time too, I feel anxious. But i know that after a little while I will be okay. I think it's just natural to feel a bit of anxiety.
Pls take care, I hope you get looked after and find your hospital stay a positive one.
If you need to chat more pls don't hesitate, happy to chat more.
BB xxoo
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Eden1919Senior Contributor
@BlueBay thanks i am trying to relax but i am very nervous i dont know what they will say but everything is starting to feel weird what if they think i am just making everything up what if they hate me what if i dont even know i am just really worried.
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AppleblossomSenior Contributor
Hi @Eden1919
You probably will get some tips to help in life and a better sense of safety and support.
Its a journey and you do have choices about what you take on and staff should be receptive to your needs.
Good Luck with it.
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BlueBaySenior Contributor
@Eden1919
Pls don't be scared, you will be okay. Believe me I have been in hospital before. I always feel a little anxious before going in but once I am there I am always treated with the best support staff. The nurses are caring and lovely. You aren't making anything up, it's true whatever you are going through they will believe you.
I need to go to my GP soon and then my psychologist but I wanted to say pls don't worry.
I will check in on you later in between appointments if I get a chance.
BB xxxooo
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