Thank you all for the replies!! I was hesitant to post this for fear of backlash. It is annoying when those who are truly ill can't get the attention or support bc of a few disruptive patients. Today I asked my6 therapist if she encounters malingering at the hospital. She said absolutely. I mean if you have a court date you can't make just check into an institution for a get out of jail free card. I also read that patient's and nurse's safety is at risk with many of these ppl. hiding out IP. Like the girl in my group was kicked out of rehab so why the hell does a Dr feel she needs OP?! It's like they don't want to deal with her lying manipulation so they send her to a psych ward to be obnoxious.

I really am trying to remain tollerant, but like I told her - hey I'm paying to be here and I want help. Meanwhile you monopolize the therapy sessions with problems like your crush on boys, affinity for drugs, and the delima of how to make money so you can attend more music festivals.

Thanks again for all the posts. I'm only OP for another week so I'll just ride this one out

TnT