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chikiealNew Contributor
In response to: how many people are on ctos and don't need to be
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Hi @chikieal
Welcome to the Forums. I’m glad you’ve found us.
You ask an interesting question. I know a lot of members on the Forums have experienced frustrations with the mental health system, while others have had good experiences with hospitals and medication. What I have learned from reading the many different stories here on the Forums, is that everyone’s needs are different and finding out what works for you can be a long journey with many bumps and turns. It sounds like you’re facing a bump in your journey right now and feel like you’ve been taken without choice down the wrong path. I hope you can work with the people around you to find your way to where you want to be.
Can I ask, what do you think would be right for you in this situation?
In response to: Re: how many people are on ctos and don't need to be
AppleblossomSenior Contributor
Welcome @chikieal
hope there is some relief for you ... somehow ... somewhere ...
In response to: how many people are on ctos and don't need to be
Misty5Senior Contributor
I'm on back to back CTOs even though I have been compliant for years. And, it is not my choice of meds. Sure, I've made some mistakes but I am an upstanding and conservative citizen. I want my mind to work the way it used to and I want my body back the way it was.
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