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I super hope things start to improve for you soon @utopia. I feel so sad hearing that your sister said you were selfish for going into hospital. For all the talk about breaking down the stigma of mental illness, that sort of comment shows that it is still far too alive and well.

Hospitals are very useful places @utopia, better to be supervised with med changes than not, it's a wise decision you've made. I'll bet it felt good to tell that sister where to go too. I am estranged from all family now, years it's been now, for similar reasons.

You do what you have to do to help yourself in the knowledge that you are doing the best you can right now.

I sometimes wish people like that would get some sort of comeuppance somewhere in their lives so they get to understand, but know they won't, and really, you'd have to hate someone a seriously badly to wish what we go through, on them, so I know it's not gonna happen.

Keep hanging in there @utopia

Changing medications can be difficult @utopia - glad you are getting the support you need in hospital. Wishing you a speedy recovery and look forward to hearing of your progress. Thinking of you x

Thanks for letting us know what's happening @utopia. You have lots of friends here who care about your wellbeing.

Thumbs down to your sister but thumbs up to your reply. Did you get your dogs' care sorted?

All the best with the meds adjustment. Rest up and concentrate on yourself.

Hi @utopia - tell your sister to FO from me too. I'm glad you're managing your change of meds in a controlled environment... I've done some really stupid things in the past with meds like just quitting them cold turkey or trying to taper off on my own. You're doing the right thing... I just hope your sister learns some empathy and compassion in your abscence. Maybe if she comes down with a major illness you can return the favour and tell her she is being selfish for seeking treatment? Take care.

Rest up @utopia

I cannot believe the negative stigma that surrounds mental health. Sadly a lot of it comes from within families or the inner friendship circle. It certainly reflects poorly on them, rather than the person living with mental health issues. Please don't listen to any negativity as you regroup and recuperate in hospital.

I'm thinking of you.