Posted by shar on June 9, 2000, at 12:51:47
In reply to Thanks for asking, Oddzilla!, posted by me-but-not-me on June 9, 2000, at 12:09:27
Dear MBNM:
If you had been in the hospital or out of town when the emergency leave situation came up at work, they would have managed somehow. There will always be something in the way, so we just have to plow on through.
From what I read in the responses to your hospital Q's post, it's not as terrible to admit yourself as I thought. I agree with it being voluntary, but I think even if you were committed against your will it would be for a short (maybe 2-3 days) observation period. And, I think that takes a court order. Anybody you know who wants to do that?
It sounds like you've kept your depression well-hidden. And, I do not think even the worst messy apartment is grounds for commitment. (or would several of us here ever be in trouble...)
Please take care of yourself! You can write a notarized letter of what you never want them to do and give a copy to a friend or something if you are worried about that. Such as, no ect, no lobotomy, no ... whatever. And also give it to the hospital.
But, I think those concerns are maybe magnified by fear. At least nowadays I think patient rights are much more recognized. And, you can have a friend check on you periodically to make sure things are going ok.
We can check on you if you will have access to a computer/internet. Or, if you want to tell us the address of the hospital, and a name (yours or a pseudonym) we could write you there.
Please TELL US when you go in. I thought you had already gone, so I didn't post to you. You are in my thoughts a lot. I have concerns for you to take care, and also see this as a real opportunity to improve your situation.
I really think you may benefit significantly from the hosp. Suicidal thoughts and near-actions may come again (mine are fairly regular) and you may again be in sort of crisis mode to go to the hosp. If you go now, you may have time to get your head above water and ground under your feet so you are stronger if you have those thoughts.
Anyhow...you can tell I love to give suggestions and advice! I know human nature enough by now to understand it is your choice, and it will happen when you are ready, so I will butt out and wish you courage, and peace.
xoxo S
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