Posted by Lepus on August 31, 2011, at 12:18:15
In reply to Suicidal immediately but don't know what to do, posted by Raisinb on August 31, 2011, at 11:35:16
> I know I need to go to the hospital or i will try today. Ive had other attempts in the past. But I have never been admitted to a psych unit before. Can I just go there? Will they let you in? Do I go to the er or what?
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> Help would be appreciated for people who have been here before.You should go to the ER first and tell them how you are feeling. They should have a social worker assess you. Sometimes they just call the psychiatrist for approval to admit too.
It's good to have the ER check you out physically though, or at least that's how I feel.
Do you have a therapist or pdoc you can call to help you through this time?
Good luck to you. Please be safe. I'm very glad you're reaching out for help.
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