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Posted by judy1 on August 28, 2000, at 12:54:22
Directive? I have downloaded a copy from the Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law, and am presently filling it out. Because I am pregnant, and have had numerous hospitalizations due to bipolar disorder, it is important to me that my wishes are met (certain hospitals, doctors, no ECT or teratogenic drugs). I live in California and was wondering if anyone has done anything like this, and if so were their wishes met? I hope no one thinks me paranoid, but I have many horror stories when it comes to involuntary commitment, and I am looking to protect my baby and myself. Thanks for any info- Judy
Posted by Brenda on August 31, 2000, at 19:32:34
In reply to Anyone with experience with a Psychiatric Advance , posted by judy1 on August 28, 2000, at 12:54:22
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Judy1, I don't have any information or advice to offer - just some encouragement. Good luck to you with your pregnancy. I'll keep you in my prayers.
Brenda
Directive? I have downloaded a copy from the Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law, and am presently filling it out. Because I am pregnant, and have had numerous hospitalizations due to bipolar disorder, it is important to me that my wishes are met (certain hospitals, doctors, no ECT or teratogenic drugs). I live in California and was wondering if anyone has done anything like this, and if so were their wishes met? I hope no one thinks me paranoid, but I have many horror stories when it comes to involuntary commitment, and I am looking to protect my baby and myself. Thanks for any info- Judy
Posted by judy1 on September 1, 2000, at 11:17:30
In reply to Re: Anyone with experience with a Psychiatric Advance , posted by Brenda on August 31, 2000, at 19:32:34
Thank you for the words of encouragement; since nobody seems to have any experience with it here, I've written to John who puts out a bipolar newsletter. He was kind enough to offer to see if any of his readers have had any experience with directives. Take care.
Posted by pullmarine on September 28, 2000, at 6:32:16
In reply to Brenda, posted by judy1 on September 1, 2000, at 11:17:30
HI,
here's my recomendation. try to find a doc that you trust who will respect your wishes, and make arrangements in advance as to how the situation should be handled should you enter a crisis. that's what i did with my doc, and overall, I'm quite happy with the result.
I was getting really ill, and i wouldn't take neuroleptics, until he said that i was not coherent, and that he couldn't have a conversation with me. I got to chose the neuroleptic, and the dosage.
should you need to take a neuroleptic at any point, i strongly recommend risperdal.
all my love and support,
john
ps, let us know about your baby.
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