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Coping in the emergency department

The-red-centaurSenior Contributor

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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NatureLoverSenior Contributor

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I really like those colours, they're beautiful @The-red-centaur 🙂

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The-red-centaurSenior Contributor

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I don't really want to say this but I did hurt myself pretty bad, just arrived in emergency room for attention.

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Unknown userMember

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Hi @The-red-centaur

I am really sorry to read that you have hurt yourself today. Let's hope that you are able to get the help you need at the hospital and afterwards.

I am sure all of us on the forums are wishing you well.

Take care tonight Red.

Whitehawk

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NatureLoverSenior Contributor

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Oh gosh @The-red-centaur ... am sorry to hear you were in such a bad place 😥

Thinking of you as you get medical attention ❤

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The-red-centaurSenior Contributor

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@NatureLover I'm sorry. it doesn't matter really, I'm used to it.

It's gonna be a long night.

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The-red-centaurSenior Contributor

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@NatureLover @Former-Member I'm getting admitted.

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Unknown userMember

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I am sorry it has gotten to this piont for you Red. Thanks for letting us know that they are admitting you. We will be waiting to see how you are when you can let's us know. Thinking of you always.

🎧 @The-red-centaur 🎧

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MaggieSenior Contributor

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@The-red-centaur 💙💙💙💙

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NatureLoverSenior Contributor

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Sorry that you're in a lot of pain, @The-red-centaur ... That's good I guess that you're being admitted.

Gosh I wish things would improve for you...I really feel for you. 😞

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The-red-centaurSenior Contributor

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@Former-Member why was post removed, I wasn't notified.
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