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Apr 07, 2009, 09:38 PM
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 How do you know when it's time to check into a hospital? After your life has already come apart and you have nothing? Signs, anyone? I really have no one I can talk to..... VERY SAD at age 47
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Apr 07, 2009, 09:56 PM
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The main criteria a psychiatric evaluator will have is whether you are in danger to yourself ie suicidal or danger for someone else abuse assault etc. The evaluator will make the final decision in consultation with psychiatrists MD's etc. I see you are from Maryland. If you decide to go get evaluated, I would strongly recommend Suburban Hospital if you are in DC suburbs. Of the three I have been in this one is the best. Bring a book along you will have long periods of time to fill. My own stays have been around three to five hours if you are lucky. If you have any idea you maybe are about to hurt yourself or someone else go to a hospital emergency room and get it checked out.
Good Luck 
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Apr 08, 2009, 01:49 AM
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I so sorry that you feel so down... Perhaps by asking that question you are already aware of the answer. Being Very Sad is a rotten feeling because life is meant to be enjoyed, not necessarily great all the time but at least having some joy in your heart. Apart from the desire to hurt yourself or another, there are other signs to look for...by no means is this a complete list. Appetite is either non existent or eating more than usual. Loss of interest in activities you usually enjoy. Sleep pattern different; wanting to sleep all the time or not being able to even when you are tired. Thoughts not actually suicidal, but thinking the world might be a better place without you. Pushing yourself to bathe, do daily chores, missing work/school...any number of things that are different from the way you usually are. Is there someone you can talk to? Your physician? Many times a short stay in the hospital stops the spiral down into depression. Please keep posting and let us know how you are, ok? We Care Peace to you, Cap
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