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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 Contributor09 June 2020, 2:25 am AEST

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I'm going home..this has been a waste of time.

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NatureLoverSenior Contributor09 June 2020, 9:45 am AEST

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Sorry to hear it was a waste of time 😣 @The-red-centaur

Can I ask, do you live alone? No need to reply if you'd rather not...am just worried about you passing out at home with no-one there.

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The-red-centaurSenior Contributor15 June 2020, 10:56 pm AEST

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Back in DEM again...it's gonna be a long night.

I hate everything why bother with help. Why bother with being alive.
I'm safe, just ignore me.

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The-red-centaurSenior Contributor16 June 2020, 5:15 am AEST

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https://youtu.be/5TrCmD2lqJg

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MaggieSenior Contributor16 June 2020, 6:38 am AEST

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@The-red-centaur Sitting with you. You are of worth, just as much as anyone. Sending some 💜💜💜💜

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The-red-centaurSenior Contributor16 June 2020, 6:52 am AEST

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@Maggie thanks.

I think I'm just gonna go home now.

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MaggieSenior Contributor16 June 2020, 6:56 am AEST

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Stay safe @The-red-centaur 💙💙💙

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NatureLoverSenior Contributor16 June 2020, 7:20 am AEST

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Sorry to hear you've had an awful night, @The-red-centaur ... 😞 Did you get to see someone in the Emergency Department? Or not?

You must be so sick of going there... Well done for trying to look after yourself when you feel so utterly crap.

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The-red-centaurSenior Contributor16 June 2020, 8:43 am AEST

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@NatureLover I didn't see anyone. I just caught first bus home after being there all night. I'm seeing my psychologist at 9 this morning.

I'm sick of going there but it had to happen. My sh is infected and Im suicidal. I'll see how today pans out. I have a busy day- psychologist, im seeing my support worker for lunch, I'm finally getting some of my piercings back after my incident nearly 9 months ago. And magic the gathering is on tonight.
Hopefully things will improve today.

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NatureLoverSenior Contributor16 June 2020, 8:50 am AEST

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Thanks for your update... I'm glad you're seeing your psychologist this morning.

@The-red-centaur wrote:
I'm sick of going there but it had to happen. My sh is infected and Im suicidal.

Yes 😞 Good on you for going.

I have no idea what Magic the Gathering is, but I really hope today does improve for you...you really deserve something to start turning around for you @The-red-centaur .

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