Connect with people who understand what you are going through, seek advice and surround yourself with support. We're free, anonymous, and professionally moderated 24/7.

47,612Members
1,358,869Posts
1,400,000Visitors

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.

312 replies

211 - 220 of 312

1...21 22 23...32

In response to: Coping in the emergency department

IrisSenior Contributor01 June 2020, 9:28 am AEST

Re: Coping in the emergency department

Sent you an email as Ive no idea where it has gone to

In response to: Coping in the emergency department

The-red-centaurSenior Contributor01 June 2020, 9:37 am AEST

Re: Coping in the emergency department

@NatureLover thanks hun.

In response to: Re: Coping in the emergency department

The-red-centaurSenior Contributor01 June 2020, 9:43 am AEST

Re: Coping in the emergency department

The post that disappeared said something along these lines:

The Dr in emergency called the surgeon on me last night coz my injuries were pretty bad...the surgeon said why bother fixing you if I'm just going to do it again. Sigh....
I'm in a lot of pain today.

I just want to give up rn.

In response to: Re: Coping in the emergency department

The-red-centaurSenior Contributor01 June 2020, 9:44 am AEST

Re: Coping in the emergency department

I am safe. Dont worry about me.

In response to: Re: Coping in the emergency department

NatureLoverSenior Contributor01 June 2020, 11:30 am AEST

Re: Coping in the emergency department

Glad you are safe, @The-red-centaur . Sorry you want to give up. I hope they've given you something for the pain...

In response to: Re: Coping in the emergency department

The-red-centaurSenior Contributor01 June 2020, 11:49 am AEST

Re: Coping in the emergency department

@NatureLover they won't give me anything for pain.
Saw psychiatrist, they're sending me home tomorrow.

In response to: Re: Coping in the emergency department

NatureLoverSenior Contributor01 June 2020, 12:14 pm AEST

Re: Coping in the emergency department

Oh gosh, that's not good on both counts, @The-red-centaur .

Why won't they give you anything for the pain?

In response to: Re: Coping in the emergency department

The-red-centaurSenior Contributor01 June 2020, 12:47 pm AEST

Re: Coping in the emergency department

@NatureLover idk. I deserve it though.

In response to: Re: Coping in the emergency department

NatureLoverSenior Contributor01 June 2020, 1:06 pm AEST

Re: Coping in the emergency department

No, you still deserve pain relief I think, @The-red-centaur .

Thinking of you as you are suffering, mentally and physically and emotionally.

In response to: Re: Coping in the emergency department

The-red-centaurSenior Contributor01 June 2020, 7:31 pm AEST

Re: Coping in the emergency department

@NatureLover I'm still in hospital. Didn't want to flood the art thread with my problems.

Nurses not talking to me. I'm curled on the floor in my room wanting to do stuff....they said art would help. It didnt.

211 - 220 of 312

1...21 22 23...32

SANE Forums is published by SANE with funding from the Australian Government Department of Health.

SANE Forums does not provide crisis support.
If you need immediate assistance, please see available crisis services.

Learn more about SANE and SANE services at sane.org

Aboriginal flag

Torres Strait Islander flag

Transgender flag

SANE acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past and present.

SANE values diversity. We are committed to providing a safe, culturally appropriate, and inclusive service for all people, regardless of their ethnicity, faith, disability, sexuality, or gender identity.

Aboriginal flag

Torres Strait Islander flag

Transgender flag

SANE acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past and present.

SANE values diversity. We are committed to providing a safe, culturally appropriate, and inclusive service for all people, regardless of their ethnicity, faith, disability, sexuality, or gender identity.