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(JD) · Nov 25, 2010, 11:12 AM

This is a tough one for me... when members are in crisis they need to contact their doctors or go to the ER etc. PC members are not equipped to handle crises.

However, if it were clear that the forum was JUST for contact (no posts about desperation, situations etc) ... if it were JUST to check to see if anyone is around who'd like to chat or PM ... that might work.

How about a general forum for "I'm online and would like to chat, or PM if someone's interested" type announcement."

I know there are those who don't want to use the chat room. Generally, someone needing to chat goes into the (support) room and sits. Those interested will keep track of who's in chat and will join them if they wish. For those who don't chat but wish to PM with someone...the only ways are to post or PM another member they see online (such as a community team member).

How about a sub forum under the General Mental Health forum...for those wishing to chat or PM with someone?

That's still difficult for some because that means members have to notice the date and time of the post and then check to see if someone's online? That is all tough stuff sometimes to those dealing with their own mental health issues.

Well, those are my thoughts. Sorry to make admin read such a long post on Thanksgiving.

I was going to give them a break today.