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not sure what to do

DelugeCasual Contributor20 June 2020, 8:30 pm AEST

not sure what to do

It's funny, I didn't even know I had an account here but after spending the last few days looking for mental health resources I found these forums, again I suppose.

I'm really not sure what to do, or where to start with finding support anymore

I used to be in and out of hospital and on a treatment plan but after some bad experiences I learned to kind of self manage, but it's getting too difficult again

My sleep is awful, I'm anxious and not eating, and the noise in my head is getting louder

I never realised how good a distraction my crappy little part time job was until like many others recently I'm unemployed and alone in my head again

I don't even know what I'm looking for now but I don't want to make this post any longer

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In response to: not sure what to do

JynxModerator20 June 2020, 9:30 pm AEST

Re: not sure what to do

hey @Deluge, just wanted to welcome you back to the forums

I'm sorry to hear you're having a rough time at the moment. I hope you find what you're looking for here in terms of support, and know that we are always around if you need as well.

In response to: not sure what to do

NatureLoverSenior Contributor21 June 2020, 9:36 am AEST

Re: not sure what to do

Hi @Deluge , thanks for posting.

@Deluge wrote:
My sleep is awful, I'm anxious and not eating, and the noise in my head is getting louder

I can really relate to this. Anxiety really sucks.

I'm also sorry to hear that you've had some bad experiences with mental health treatment in the past.

@Deluge wrote:
I'm really not sure what to do, or where to start with finding support anymore

I am wondering if you have a supportive GP? It sounds like you might no longer have any meds or a counsellor... Your GP can refer you for up to 10 subsidised sessions with a psychologist per year, plus medication if they think it's needed. Would you feel able to do this?

I hope you will find yourself some professional support, to help you through at this time. It can take time to find the right support, but it's worth it.

A handy forum tip is to type @ and then click on a member's name in the drop-down box - that way they'll get a notification that you've replied to them.

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