Question about hospitalization

At the moment I am confused, and would like a bit of feedback/opinions on when is the right time to go back to the hospital.

Crisis time only (when suicidal and in psychosis), or when I feel that things aren't going to get better until something happens?

Whether that 'something' is yet another breakdown...or something I don't even know what else it could be.

I'm not even sure if I am making sense, so if you have no idea what I mean...say so and I will see what else I can come up with for an explanation. =/ I just know I am confused, which is making my mood go down...I dislike being really confused.

Hi BP! I'm sorry to hear you are confused. (((((bp))))
I would say going to the hospital if you feel unsafe, and feel you couldn't handle it without 24/7 support.
But sometimes it's hard to realize that when one is really not OK.
I think that is great that you are trying to prevent a crisis, that says a lot about you wanting to be active in taking care of yourself.
Are you in therapy? T is often the best to help us know if we need a change in treatment...just because they really know us...at least in my case, my pdoc sees me only once a month, and can't really tell.
But I guess that's not a very good advice. Your pdoc, should be the one to asses your need of hospitalization or change in treatment.
Hang in there,..
Let us know how things go...

I have no T or pdoc...just me =/ Maybe one reason I am so confused LOL

Oh bp...it's so hard to deal with it just by yourself! I understand the confusion alot better now.
Then I guess going to the hospital, there they can evaluate...the thing is that in some places they tend to "protect" themselves by admitting you, just in case you know...
Why are you not in T/pdoc? Is it a money issue? Don't like being in treatment? Bad experiences?

By the way are you on meds?

I've been to the hospital once in Oct...was very suicidal and having periods of psychosis (I found out). I got dx'd then and had a pdoc in hospitalization. I had 2 sessions with my T, then his schedule got changed and he doesn't come locally anymore. I'm waiting to get on husband's health insurance to get a T again. Middle of Nov since I've had a T...and Oct since I've seen a pdoc LOL

I don't know...I have periods where I need acute frequent care, but it lasts a day or two, and then I'm ok...but the 24-48 hours are very hard, psychosis and SI, usually thoughts of suicide, even attempts.

I have no problem being admitted or even with self admittance if I need it...I just don't know when is a good time...only when really bad? Or like now, when I know it will come back and I will be that bad again?

Argg, confusion

I'm so sorry about the confusion, BP. I don't have any input to offer on this topic but wanted to give you a hug and let you know I'm praying for you and support you.

{{{{{BP}}}}}

Oh sorry, thank you {{{{{Ashley}}}}} I just skipped over that before

Thank you {{{{{Aza}}}} =)

I don't know if this option is available where you are, but one of the hospitals nere has a crisis center. You can go in and talk to a counselor and/or a psychiatrist, and either leave eventually or decide to stay, in which case they can admit you directly from there.

If that is something any of the hospitals have near you, then it gives you a chance to maybe clarify what you need with the help of a professional, who can help you make the decison.

If tjhat's not available, what about just an appt with a psychiatrist to do the same thing, help you clarify your thoughts and feelings and what would help the best.

From a practical standpoint, most facilities won't admit you if you are not suicidal/psychotic...they don'r have the beds. Of course, if you can just pay for it, that threshold goes down, I think... If you have insurance, or they aren't full, then they'll let you in, BUT IT AIN"T CHEAP!

These are my observations after my immersion in the mental health community, anyway...

DJ

Can you make contact with the nurses on the ward where you were in October? Often they are still interested in their patients, and can lend some insight and support for you... call them. They can also help link you up with a new T, since they believe the last one is still helping you. That's part of the hospital's agreement with you, imo.

I'm sorry you are having to wait for the insurance coverage... will it cover previous problems once it does kick into force? You might need to go ahead and find a T to help you now... it may be less expensive in the long run?

Try and do something different on those acute days... go to the library, movies, some place you have to stay safe.. with public around.. and someplace that will help distract your thoughts away from the sadness.

TC

I rely on my therapists for this decision. only they know what they are capable of handling in treating their clients. I explain my views on hospitalizations and my past expoeriences and leave the rest up to them. My present therapist has said if there are any other options avaialble she will not suggest or recommend hospitalizations for me.

((((((((((((( BP )))))))))))))

I am so sorry you are in pain. I have not been hospitalized for a psych issue, but I would think you should go to the hospital before the really bad times hit. They can give you meds so that you don't have to go to those dark places.

Again, I haven't been hospitalized, so I might not be the best one to give advice.

Hugs,

Jan

I have never been hospitalized but I was wondering if the pdoc you saw in Oct. could give you some insight into your decision. I certainly know no protocol over this issue and wish you the best. Take care.

Thank you {{{{{everyone}}}}}

I hadn't thought of calling the hospital I was in last year, for either the pdoc or a nurse.

I don't know about previous dx and if it will be covered...we're waiting to see =/ Waiting to see also if a T will be covered, if not then I am back to: licensed people for substance abuse and family for Ts. =(

There is nothing like that Cat, thanks though. Its very small around here, I have to go at least an hour for MH units in hospitals.

I guess I don't really know enough, mental health wise, to know where to go or what to do.

I can't drive, so can't go anywhere in RL when acute days come. No daytime movies and only small grocery stores and a walmart around here anyway to 'go shopping' in lol. I'm stuck at home, as my sister can't leave her baby or our mom alone or together to do anything to help--which I think might be asking too much anyway.

I guess it seems my only recourse is to call the hospital I was in, in Oct, and talk to a nurse or the pdoc who saw me there...or go in to the er when in crisis. (which means calling my husband and him taking time off work for me Again) =/