Posted by Riley on September 1, 2007, at 20:28:57
In reply to Done, posted by Fivefires on September 1, 2007, at 19:56:56
> I believe there is a big diff' between S-al and H-al, but pdocs, therapists, hotlines, all ask the one sentence question w/ both words, side by side, in it. Worried re: no distinction will be made.
><< I understand that well. I know it can feel insulting that "harm" is lumped into if one is thinking of doing something to oneself that it's linked to doing something to others. I feel that's unfair also.<<
> I had a panic attack in a store two days ago, Instead of asking if could help me, the employees looked at me strangely. I remember thinking 'They look like they're scared of me. They look like they're gonna' call the police, and I just don't feel good'. I was sort of covering my eyes and tearing up and had my hand on my chest w/ labored breathin, just trying to pay for my purchases and get myself out of there. Guess I probably felt sad these people weren't being kind. Prob' how feels to be discriminated against.
><<I'm sorry that happened to you. It doesn't feel good to be mentally ill and everyone be painted with the same brush. Again, I don't feel it's fair at all.<<
> Very sorry close to you. Forget I'm one of a handful over east US. I think I'll join you and excuse myself as well.
><<Thank you, your words are very kind.<<
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