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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 Contributor17 June 2020, 11:17 am AEST

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@NatureLover magic was good, got me through yesterday.

I have a lot going on atm. Spent last few hours waiting for my case manager colouring. Im hoping to be able to work through some of if with her.

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The-red-centaurSenior Contributor17 June 2020, 11:18 am AEST

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NatureLoverSenior Contributor17 June 2020, 12:12 pm AEST

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Wow to your latest colouring, @The-red-centaur !

Am glad to hear the game helped yesterday. I hope your case manager can help today...

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The-red-centaurSenior Contributor17 June 2020, 8:45 pm AEST

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Where's the nearest exit please.....

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The-red-centaurSenior Contributor18 June 2020, 7:47 am AEST

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Just letting you know I'm safe.

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NatureLoverSenior Contributor18 June 2020, 8:38 am AEST

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@The-red-centaur wrote:
Where's the nearest exit please.....

Oh gosh, you've had another bad night... @The-red-centaur 😞

Thanks for letting us know you're safe.

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The-red-centaurSenior Contributor18 June 2020, 2:14 pm AEST

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@NatureLover I'm about to head to psych ward. I'll be in touch tomorrow.

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NatureLoverSenior Contributor18 June 2020, 5:35 pm AEST

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Thanks for letting us know, @The-red-centaur . Thinking of you...

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The-red-centaurSenior Contributor19 June 2020, 2:07 pm AEST

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@NatureLover
I'm feeling good today. most of the crisis was relating to the fact i hadnt slept since saturday night. I'll tag you in my other thread which will explain some of what is going on.

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NatureLoverSenior Contributor19 June 2020, 2:09 pm AEST

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OK, please do, @The-red-centaur .

Relieved and happy to hear you're feeling good today!

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