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Oct 24, 2011, 02:27 PM
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I'm not officially diagnosed with bp2, and I stopped my meds almost a month ago. My T is really uneasy with my decision and has mentioned hospitalization. I have two young kids and and a basically a SAHM.
Last week my T mentioned doing a partial program. I said no, but she told me we will keep it as an option. I'm wondering if anyone has been forced into IP or other programs. I know it is different in different areas and most likely based on whether I'm sui or whatever, but just looking for experiences. I won't see my pdoc until next Monday and he has no idea I'm off my meds... unless my gp & T have contacted him without telling me... 
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Oct 24, 2011, 08:13 PM
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It is your choice in your care whether or not to continue aspects of your care plan and treatment, including medications; you have the right to refuse treatment according to the Patient Bill of Rights. However, unless you are a threat to yourself or others, then it changes; otherwise, typically no, you cannot be forced. It can be helpful though to go into a partial program, such as an outpatient one, when coming off meds as an alternative to stay on track and to check in with how things are going especially if not seeing a T or other provider regularly. I learned some valuable skills in an outpatient program that really helped to this day and has kept me out of inpatient; please keep it in mind as an option that you mentioned. I hope things are going well regardless of what you decide. Take good care of yourself and watch for signs to be in touch with your providers should any develop. Definitely let them know though they you're off of them so they can be on top of things as things are and should things change. Stay safe and good luck!
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Oct 24, 2011, 11:12 PM
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Are these rules the same everywhere or just in the USA?
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Dx: BP2 with GAD and OCD Seroquel 100 mg Risperdal 0.5 mg Clonazepam (Klonopin) 1.5 mg Buspar 5 mg Lamictal 200 mg Coversyl Plus for high blood pressure Crestor for high cholesterol Asmanex Ventolin  |
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Oct 25, 2011, 09:13 AM
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Thanks for asking that Phoenix; my mind is a bit off these days and I should have made clear that the
the Patient Bill of Rights mentioned is in the US. There are similar things in other countries however. With you being in Canada, I found this though that has a Patient Bill of Rights for Canada. I did not have a chance to read what it includes though but perhaps this will help: http://dsp-psd.pwgsc.gc.ca/Collectio.../prb0131-e.htm For other countries, do a search under "patient rights" and your county.
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I can be changed by what happens to me. But I refuse to be reduced by it. -M.Angelou Life shrinks or expands in proportion to one's courage. -Anaïs Nin. It is very rare or almost impossible that an event can be negative from all points of view. -Dalai Lama XIV |
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Oct 25, 2011, 02:02 PM
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There is one exception to the danger to self and others criteria and that is if you are on a community treatment order, but I am sure you would be aware if you were.
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Oct 25, 2011, 05:27 PM
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Why have you decided to stop taking your meds? Did you decrease them slowly? Stopping cold turkey can be like a drug addict going through withdrawal. Please be careful. I didn't take mine for two days and I was a complete mess, got insanely drunk and opened a car door while we were driving on the highway. Please, please be careful.
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Oct 25, 2011, 10:42 PM
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Oct 25, 2011, 11:24 PM
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JustWannaDisappear I am exactly the same way except I ended up complying with my doctor and my parents wishes. My doctor threatened to put me in the hospital if my hypomania wasn't put in check and I know that a hospitalization is real if I don't take care of myself. (I think I am always a bit delusional, but that's not the point...)
Sometimes you just have to trust the people who care for you. My parents, boyfriend and others have seen improvement in my behavior since I've started this journey and I'm learning to cope with the illness although I deny it's existence half the time. I don't think you are a sh*tty human being. I don't think any of us who are suffering are any less of a person. ((Hugs)) How long have you been diagnosed?
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