Drunksunflower, it definitely has a lot to do with the way you word things, and whether you share your feelings or hold them in. If you say you ARE going to do this, and then don't say anything, they have no choice but to keep you safe.

If you say you are so sad or depressed that you want it all to end..and then allow the doctor to ask questions and share with them honestly, that allows them to find alternative solutions, as you may be able to agree and work with the MD.

If you are having trouble being stablized on meds, that might be another good reason to go into hospital, btw. Hospitalization is really only for a temporary time to allow you to stablize...and make long term plans with psychologist/therapist for when you leave hospital.

Talking about SI does not mean you have to be committed against your will. In fact, only psychiatrists and police officers that I know of are so "fearful"? to protect their good name are the ones to slap someone into lock up against their will. I don't know of any MDs or Psychologists that do that unless you tie their hands... usually they work out a way to keep contact, alternate plans if you can't get in touch with them, and ways to help you get through the dark times.

Talking about it doesn't make someone do this. We all keep getting through these dark times... with help from each other. ((((hugs))))