[tonbop]

I can't seem to shake my irritability lately. My husband is living in fear due to my recent suicide attempt (3 weeks ago) therefore his way of dealing with it is to try and control and comment over my every move. I keep trying to remind myself that his actions are justified for he is fearful and only cares. But damn, I can't drink now, eat sugar, eat junk food (i.e. a grilled cheese sandwich), can't change my meds even though I detest them, he can only pick up my meds. and disdripute to me, he controls how much money I have and only transfers enough money for the preapproved items I want to purchase at a time, my actions, words, are lack there of are questionable by him, i.e. I'm too quiet, I don't laugh enough, I'm too sensitive. I'm so overwhelmed, resentful, and irritated. I want my life back! Any suggestions on how I can accomplish this and at the same time address his fears and help to decrease his fears? Please help!
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[Wander]

With such a recent suicide attempt it is understandable your husband will be walking on eggshells. As time passes and you show him you are healing and trustworthy I think he will begin to back off. Sorry you have been through so much. It takes time to recover and that goes for those who love us. Your feelings are real and valid. Is the irritation overwhelming? Maybe a med adjustment will help with that. Give it time, you will get your life back. Sorry I don't have much advice. Is your husband being reasonable considering the circumstances, or controlling? This is something that needs to be addressed. Maybe couples therapy will help.

I wish you all the best.

[JustJace2u]

I was just hospitalized a few weeks ago for having severe SIs. I never actually acted on them, but my psychologist was fearful that if I hadn't sought additional help it would have just gotten worse. I don't have anyone around me to physically control my every move, but my mom has pretty much forced me to check in with her via phone everyday. I live in Chicago and my folks live in Pittsburgh. I'm sorry you're having to go through this, but it does sound like it's for the best, at least for now.