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Old Nov 28, 2010, 11:48 AM
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Just wanted to let you guys know that I'm back in hospital due to paranoia, hallucinations, and general stress. Also, some thoughts of self-harm and suicide.

The doc just took me off Abilify today because my white blood cell count is low, and that's probably what's causing it. Because of this, he said I may become even more paranoid without the Abilify.

I'm worried and guilty because this means my brother will have to take care of the house on his own. I know he's 16 and can do it, but I wish I was there to help him. I feel totally useless at this point.

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Old Nov 28, 2010, 11:58 AM
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Hey Melissa...

I am sorry to hear that,

Please take care of yourself though ok!!
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Old Nov 28, 2010, 12:16 PM
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I'm sorry to hear you're in the hospital, but I know that sometimes it can be the best thing. Try not to worry to much about the house and your brother, focus on yourself and getting better. If you work towards making enough progress you probably won't have to stay there long. Best of luck.
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Old Nov 28, 2010, 12:32 PM
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melissa.recovering; I'm sorry you're not well and I hope you're feeling better soon.
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Old Nov 28, 2010, 01:01 PM
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melissa.......I think of you often, especially when we're counting together to a million. I'm so sorry for what's going on with you now.........believe me, I can identify. Wrapping you in a cyber hug........((((((((((((melissa))))))))))).........grey
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Old Nov 28, 2010, 03:57 PM
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((((((((((Melissa)))))))))))))) The main thing right now is to take care of YOU. I'm really glad you're in a safe place. I'm keeping everything crossed for you that you will feel better soon. Sending love and hugs
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Old Nov 28, 2010, 05:15 PM
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HUGS!! Try not to worry about your brother right now. You have to focus on yourself. Can you ask someone to check in on him? Get well soon!
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Old Nov 28, 2010, 05:26 PM
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Lots of hugs and peaceful, loving vibes rolling over you...feel better soon.
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Old Nov 28, 2010, 05:47 PM
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You're job right now is to take care of yourself and to focus on getting better. (((melissa)))
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Old Nov 28, 2010, 06:12 PM
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Sorry that you are feeling bad, but glad you are in a safe place where you can get the help you need. Get well soon
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Old Nov 29, 2010, 02:23 AM
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Thinking of you Melissa♥

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Old Nov 29, 2010, 10:10 AM
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I hope you feel better soon. (((melissa)))
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Old Nov 29, 2010, 10:25 AM
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Let us know how you're doing - please focus on getting yourself better first. I commend you for being so selfless and worrying about your brother, when it's YOU that needs the help right now.
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Old Nov 29, 2010, 10:45 AM
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Sorry to hear this, I hope things get straightened out. I am a little jealous though, we were not allowed to use the computer or cell phone while in the hospital. Basically all we had was TV.
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Old Nov 29, 2010, 11:32 AM
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melissa, feel better soon. you need to take good care of you first and formost. we miss you but look forward to you coming back to pc.
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Old Nov 29, 2010, 09:58 PM
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please get better and think positive, all you can do is chill, and try to focus on pushing through this, i know that you have have this
is there someone who can check on your brother though???
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Old Nov 30, 2010, 12:33 AM
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Thinking of you! <3

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Old Nov 30, 2010, 01:14 AM
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focus on getting better. you won't be much help to your brother until you get the help that you need yourself best of luck dear. stay positive.
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Old Nov 30, 2010, 10:53 AM
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melissa. Hope you are finding your stay helpful and glad that you can use the computer. Please keep us posted, ok?
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Old Nov 30, 2010, 04:40 PM
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Big hugs, Melissa! Thinking of you... hope you feel better soon!
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Old Nov 30, 2010, 09:17 PM
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Thanks for your kind posts and words, everyone.

I am just going through the process of discussing my past hospital admissions with my current doctor, which might take a while!

My mood has been up and down and every which way...my eating is out of whack because I have intrusive thoughts telling me that I'm fat and ugly and a slob. Because of this, I haven't been eating nearly enough...and this concerns me.

I still see and hear things, not as often as when I was first admitted. So in that sense, things are improving. But my mood...ugh...I'd just like some stability for a change!

Anyways, thanks again for your support everyone.
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Old Dec 01, 2010, 07:29 AM
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