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Sep 19, 2005, 08:13 PM
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I've been feeling really bad the past few days, couldn't go to work today...I put in a call to my psychiatrist for an appointment, and she saw me after regular hours. I described what's going on, (many serious problems, divorce/bankruptcy/crappy job etc.) She told me to move in with my mother! (BTW, I just turned 49).
I said I didn't really want to do that, or really see what good that would do me, so I asked if she had any other suggestions, so she made me promise I would go to the psych ward at the hospital across the street, she would call and get me admitted. I go over there, they won't let me in! They said she didn't call (which I doubt). So I came home. I'm sitting in the dark here, waiting for my rice to get done, mainly because I'm tired of beans. I don't know what to do...
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Peace, DJ "Maturity is nothing more than a firmer grasp of cause and effect." -Bob "and the angels, and the devils, are playin' tug-o-war with my personality" -Snakedance, The Rainmakers |
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Sep 19, 2005, 08:37 PM
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Yes, I understand! Incompetence reigns... all too often. Davey... call your psychiatrist, please, and explain what happened. If you don't do that, then go to the ER, and say you can't live this way any more, that you just can't stand it all anymore... they might admit you (through the back door, so to speak) Most psych wards have a bed for emergencies... that they won't give out on a schedule.
But at the very LEAST you MUST let your psychiatrist know you are at home alone... she thinks you are safe in the hospital tonight.  I want you to be safe, too. OK? Post here when you get her reply, ok? Members here will check back to see how you are. (((hugs))))
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Sep 19, 2005, 08:42 PM
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Thanks, Sky...Of course, I tried to call her, but all I got was a voice mail system that asked what my mailbox number was. Also, I happen to know she is busy...my X is part of a bipolar support group with her and a therapist. Go figure.
Cheers, Dave
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Peace, DJ "Maturity is nothing more than a firmer grasp of cause and effect." -Bob "and the angels, and the devils, are playin' tug-o-war with my personality" -Snakedance, The Rainmakers |
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Sep 19, 2005, 08:58 PM
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Hmmm sounds like you got into a part of the VM system that is for HER, not you... try calling again. leave your phone number or something... try another number? ... sometimes it takes a lot of effort to get the help we need NOW!
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Sep 19, 2005, 09:29 PM
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OK, I finally got hold of someone, so I'll be going when I get a few things together...talk to ya later.
Dave
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Peace, DJ "Maturity is nothing more than a firmer grasp of cause and effect." -Bob "and the angels, and the devils, are playin' tug-o-war with my personality" -Snakedance, The Rainmakers |
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Sep 19, 2005, 11:50 PM
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((((((((((((((((((Davey)))))))))))))))))
Just wanted to let you know I am thinking of you and sorry your having such a difficult time now. Your in my thoughts and hope that your feeling better soon. |
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Sep 20, 2005, 07:32 AM
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Call the Doc today and explain what happened. I think if you just show up they might put you in Stabilization first.(( More restrictions there and a waste of your time.)) You need that Doc to call them for this admit. sheesh. Sorry this happened to ya'!
~Dottie
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Sep 20, 2005, 07:35 AM
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I have subsequently seen that you have made contact. Good luck. You r dealing with a heavy load there. Keep us posted!
~Dottie
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Sep 20, 2005, 12:06 PM
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Hope things start looking up for you soon, Davey.
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Oct 01, 2005, 01:42 AM
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Hello, everyone...when you last heard from me I was on my way out the door to check in at a local mental health facility. Thanks for the advice, sky...if it weren't for your post I might have never gone in.. I am feeling much better now.
Turns out that I'm bipolar. It just seems like depression, my manic times are equivalant to most folks' normal moods, I guess. I have started taking lithium, and cut out and cut back on the other drugs I've been taking. Again, thanks to you all for the hugs and support, you made a real difference to me. And I'll be around to give the same when you need 'em! Peace, D2
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Oct 01, 2005, 02:58 PM
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Hello Davey and welcome here to PsychCentral
I am so glad to hear that your hospital stay worked out and was beneficial... and especially that you have a new treatment plan and therefore some good hope for improvement with this. Diagnosing these illnesses can be very tricky and with a better diagnosis you should get much better treatment. I am also REALLY glad you came back to tell us how you are doing. I hope you will continue to post, this place can be a great place for support. It also might be really beneficial to join a bipolar support group... I imagine the group you mentioned might be a problem because of involvement with your x? If so maybe you can find another group in the area that will suit your needs.
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Oct 01, 2005, 05:23 PM
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Oct 04, 2005, 10:31 PM
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Here's the deal about my hospitalization:
I checked into this facility, which is normally a 2-4 day stay....they kept me for 11! We spent that time fooling with meds, and I had group and individual therapy every day. They turned me on to a group called NAMI, or National Alliance on Mental Illness. They have groups on Saturday for bipolar and depression, so I go to both. They also turned me on to a counseling center that will cost $8.00 per week--that's hard to beat! Going in the hospital was the best thing that has happened to me ever...I truly feel like I can manage my disease and get my life back for the first time in 10 years. What's funny is that I never believed I had "racing thoughts", until I had been on lithium for a few days. What a difference! I go for my followup with my pdoc in the morning I can't wait! Peace, dave
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Peace, DJ "Maturity is nothing more than a firmer grasp of cause and effect." -Bob "and the angels, and the devils, are playin' tug-o-war with my personality" -Snakedance, The Rainmakers |
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#14
Oct 05, 2005, 12:02 AM
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This is wonderful news. So happy to hear from you. Thank you so much for checking in.
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