I got out of IP recently, I didn't realize I was going to be admitted until it was happening (it was voluntary but I was in crisis and needed help). All hospitals are different and this was a lot different than where I was before.

It was hard for me, but everyone kept telling me --and I finally believe it - that going IP is a skillful step. It's not failing or going backwards, it's reaching out and getting the help necessary to move forward.

It's hard but let them take care of you and I don't know if you've planned what you are going to take but if you can get a list of what's allowed and not allowed that might help you feel in control.

Maybe going a head and packing will help (maybe not). Take comfy clothes, some layers, if you can take a stuffed animal for soothing great (I couldn't because of bedbug issues).

Mostly remember it's okay to fall apart when you are IP...that's what it's there for.

I hope that your IP experience will be a healing time for you.