I'm in the UK and I'd like to know what options you feel are available for inpatient care, have you been told you may well qualify for a PICU? (Presuming they have those or something similar in Scotland) Or are you considering going private? PICU's over here are more of a holding area and depending on your area can be extremely unpleasant. They're usually only used in extreme cases anyway due to cost etc. There are of course therapeutic communities and other sort of care homes that adopt a more holistic approach. My advice? If you're choosing to go voluntary be very careful - know EXACTLY what is expected of you and what the treatment plan will be. Enquire what the policies are if you become involuntary during the length of your stay. Structure, staffing, resident levels and overall security/level of need are other aspects you may want to find out about. Also a word of caution about going private; dress it up whatever way possible, it's still all about money. And this can be better in some instances because at least you'll know you're paying for what you get but don't be suckered in - state very clearly how long you think you need with them or choose a programme you think will be suited to YOU. By all means ask their advice and question the methods etc but don't be manipulated into paying more then you feel you should. Sounds obvious but sometimes when you're not in the best state it can be easy to forget things like that. I wish you all the best.