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Coping in the emergency department

The-red-centaurSenior Contributor30 Apr 2020, 2:56 am AEST

Coping in the emergency department

Sometimes in mental health crisis's we end up in the emergency department. And that totally ok, being safe is important.

but how do we cope with our crisis while waiting?

What are some helpful strategies you have found useful during your stay in the department?

I often get stuck in the emergency room waiting room overnight due to the fact there is no mental health team 24/7 where I live. I'm really struggling being here tonight. My usual strategies of listening to music isn't really working so I'm wondering if there is anything else I should try. Please note my cocentration and attention is limited due to being in crisis. I feel trapped and stuck.

I wish lifeline text was 24/7 coz I could really use someone to talk to. Are there any other online options as I cant really call someone due to the nature of a waiting room.

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Unknown userMember14 May 2020, 6:03 am AEST

Re: Coping in the emergency department

Thank you @Dockers6

Red honey please know that I am here sitting with you the best I can. Talk to me @The-red-centaur

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Unknown userMember14 May 2020, 6:20 am AEST

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@The-red-centaur , thank you for that little check in. I hope you are being safe

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The-red-centaurSenior Contributor14 May 2020, 6:25 am AEST

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@Former-Member take care of yourself

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Unknown userMember14 May 2020, 6:26 am AEST

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Red that sounds like you are saying goodbye to me!!!! please tell me that is not the cause @The-red-centaur

@Dockers6

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Unknown userMember14 May 2020, 6:32 am AEST

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Please little one talk to me, I don't want to lose a friend @The-red-centaur

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Dockers6Senior Contributor14 May 2020, 6:33 am AEST

Re: Coping in the emergency department

Dizzyizzy,
I have messaged red.
Dockers6

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Unknown userMember14 May 2020, 6:35 am AEST

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Thank you @Dockers6 , do you if she is safe?

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Dockers6Senior Contributor14 May 2020, 6:37 am AEST

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Dizzyizzy,
Rest assured we are checking in to assure safety. Thankyou for your concern.
Dockers6

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Unknown userMember14 May 2020, 6:45 am AEST

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Honey I have to stepaway for a little. Please support this post @The-red-centaur I want you to be safe my friend

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The-red-centaurSenior Contributor14 May 2020, 6:58 am AEST

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@Former-Member I will be safe for now. I agreed to stay.

I will take myself off forums for now. I am too much in crisis. I am in contact with necessary supports

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