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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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NatureLoverSenior Contributor02 June 2020, 4:25 pm AEST

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It does matter, if you're in physical pain 😞

Sending you a virtual hug @The-red-centaur (if that's OK? Please ignore if not).

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The-red-centaurSenior Contributor02 June 2020, 5:11 pm AEST

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@NatureLover thanks I really needed that hug.

Can't calm down...thoughts bad. I'm trying to do this thing called life but I don't feel like it's for me I feel like I just deserve the pain because that's all I'm good for.

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NatureLoverSenior Contributor02 June 2020, 5:19 pm AEST

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Glad you liked the hug @The-red-centaur . ❤

You deserve so much more than just endless pain. I wish I could give you a glimpse of hope... I have the hope for you, but I don't know how to give it to you in a way that will work 💔

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JynxModerator02 June 2020, 7:05 pm AEST

Re: Coping in the emergency department

Hey @The-red-centaur ,

Just wanted to jump in and offer support. No one deserves to be in pain, or to go through this life alone. Sitting here with you

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NatureLoverSenior Contributor05 June 2020, 3:37 pm AEST

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Thinking of you, @The-red-centaur ...how are you doing?

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The-red-centaurSenior Contributor05 June 2020, 3:55 pm AEST

Re: Coping in the emergency department

Hey @NatureLover I'm ok. How are you.

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NatureLoverSenior Contributor05 June 2020, 4:35 pm AEST

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@The-red-centaur Glad to hear you're OK.

I'm OK too thanks 🙂

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The-red-centaurSenior Contributor06 June 2020, 7:19 pm AEST

Re: Coping in the emergency department

Hmmmmmm.....

😞 I think I'm just gonna.....
sorry.

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NatureLoverSenior Contributor06 June 2020, 7:21 pm AEST

Re: Coping in the emergency department

@The-red-centaur are you in a bad way tonight?

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Unknown userMember06 June 2020, 7:29 pm AEST

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I am so sorry Red that Izzy hasn't been around to support you lately, Izzy is sitting on the same ledge as you seem to be sitting. I know she is sorry that she can't support you the way she use and is very sorry. I hope you can call a helpline or something tonight and that you will be safe and gentle with yourself. 💜Nikki

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