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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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The-red-centaurSenior Contributor19 May 2020, 8:43 am AEST

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@Former-Member I gave up in the emergency department this morning and just walked out once buses were operating.
once I got home I had a much needed shower, felt good. I'm waiting to see my psychologist at 9am. I wanted to be home for that.

There's shit happening rn I can't deal with. After I slept later I'll make a new thread about it. I haven't slept in 3 days so my brain is malfunctioning.

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The-red-centaurSenior Contributor23 May 2020, 12:24 am AEST

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Whats the point of emergency. I told I'm what I'm gonna do. They say oh well and send me home.
At least they fix me up my arms.

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The-red-centaurSenior Contributor23 May 2020, 1:08 am AEST

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I'm Sorry.

Take care everyone. I wish you all well.

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The-red-centaurSenior Contributor23 May 2020, 9:19 am AEST

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Fuck.....I woke up....

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NatureLoverSenior Contributor23 May 2020, 9:32 am AEST

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OMG @The-red-centaur ...do you mean you actually attempted to leave this world last night? 😞 😞

I'm very concerned about you...

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JB8Senior Contributor23 May 2020, 9:44 am AEST

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Hi NatureLover,
JB8 here, one of the mods. I have emailed The-red-centaur to check in with them this morning.

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NatureLoverSenior Contributor23 May 2020, 9:46 am AEST

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Thank you so much, @JB8 ...

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The-red-centaurSenior Contributor23 May 2020, 10:40 am AEST

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@NatureLover yes.
I'm going to be admitted to the psych ward. There's no beds though. I'll be in emergency all weekend.

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NatureLoverSenior Contributor23 May 2020, 10:50 am AEST

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OMG, that makes me so sad @The-red-centaur . Am so very sorry you were in that unreturnable suicidal place. I would be very sad if you had succeeded last night.

Being in emergency all weekend sounds bad...but at least you will be safe. I hope a bed opens up in the psych ward before Monday if possible. You must feel devastated in all sorts of ways. I really wish for some hope for you and an easing of the terrible pain. 😞

I am here for you as best I can be. DizzyIzzy is not in a place where she is able to support anyone right now.

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The-red-centaurSenior Contributor23 May 2020, 11:09 am AEST

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@NatureLover I'm so drowsy. I might not be online much today.

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