Getting admitted to hospital

[LostLily]

A cop and a crisis worker came to my house because I ordered Sn from dmc.

Now I'm being waiting to get admitted to an hospital.

Does anyone have any tips for surviving it? What was your experience?

 

[swankysoup]

What if you just say you got it for curing meat or something like that? Have they searched your browser history?

 

[LostLily]

they let me talk inside my room , out of earshot of my parents. So I broke down and told them was I was gonna use it for.

They didn't search my browser

 

[3FailedAttemptss]

Does anyone have any tips for surviving it? What was your experience?

I've been more times than I can count so I feel like I can say that you'll be alright.

It will seem shocking or uncomfortable at first. If you want to get through it fast, then just put up a front as best as you can - alternatively you could also be honest with them, I've done both several times and sometimes it doesn't matter how honest you are cause some people just don't care. This time I've been honest and I'm looking at being here in the ward for more than a couple weeks - so I guess it's a little random. I don't know you're situation but it might be worth seeing if you could actually get some relevant "treatment" out of your stay.

Though I suppose it depends on the staff, rules and the ward you're admitted to. I don't know how I'd get through being here without my phone, so I can't really provide much advice if that's disallowed. Well.. only other advice I have is don't try to CTB while you're in hahah T-T

 

[Rynalia]

I don't know how I'd get through being here without my phone, so I can't really provide much advice if that's disallowed. Well.. only other advice I have is don't try to CTB while you're in hahah T-T

Piggybacking off of this.

I'm used to not having anything so I got this (≧∇≦)b

In the event that you don't have access to personal electronics you'll have to bank on ward provided entertainment, which could range from having state-of-the-art amenities (which I personally have never had ever), average (TV, books, board/card games, arts & crafts), to literally jail (suffer).

"Surviving" mostly comes to how good you are at keeping yourself occupied whilst navigating through often rigid daily routines, interactions with other people in the unit, and managing your appearance/behavior.

I don't recommend being a perfect little angel, that's suspicious. Nor do I recommend being overly non-compliant (could lead to consequences such as 1-1 monitoring, isolation, moving to higher security unit, tranq/sedated/restrained, etc. depending on where you're staying).

Ward programming is hit or miss, but it helps pass the time. Could include therapy-esque sessions, lessons on skills, all the way to fun activities. Give it a shot, even if you have to bullshit your way through it.

If you arent against it, try to make some friends or at the very least acquaintances. Sometimes the best part about the ward are the other patients. They have their own stories, their own quirks, and sometimes are up for some devilish fun around the unit.

Expect to at least be in for a week minimum. Your discharge is highly dependent on what types of people are on your care team on the unit and how stable and safe they perceive you. Play your cards right and you'll be home free sooner than later.

 

[bus catcher]

A cop and a crisis worker came to my house because I ordered Sn from dmc.

Now I'm being waiting to get admitted to an hospital.

Does anyone have any tips for surviving it? What was your experience?

The quality of care can vary between hospitals. In my case, I had a very positive experience with caring staff and medication that made a difference thanks to my family's input (I have a nurse sister). However, I've also heard from my sister about a friend who had a much much tougher time, which shows how different experiences can be. Two tips I can give is to get to know the other patients and staff if you feel comfortable with that. And as long as you don't give the impression that you are violent you won't be admitted with the other violent patients who are kept separate. I truly hope that wherever you're admitted, you'll be in a good place with supportive, kind nurses and staff. Wishing you well.

 

[hopeless-believer]

Hey LL

You'll probably feeling quite nervous as alot of this is new to you. I'm proud of you for having the courage to tell the police and crisis worker how you've not been coping/how bad you feel. Truly when we are honest with how we feel, and honest about all the problems and setbacks and even simple things that can make no sense, it gives opportunity hopefully to get some structured support and clarity.

I would be as honest and open as you can, and try to receive and get what you think might be most useful for you at this time. Its an opportunity that few actually get, and it may seem daunting, odd, scary, but there is that little possibility that it could change things for you.

Take care,
Let us know how you get on. X

 

[LostLily]

The quality of care can vary between hospitals. In my case, I had a very positive experience with caring staff and medication that made a difference thanks to my family's input (I have a nurse sister). However, I've also heard from my sister about a friend who had a much much tougher time, which shows how different experiences can be. Two tips I can give is to get to know the other patients and staff if you feel comfortable with that. And as long as you don't give the impression that you are violent you won't be admitted with the other violent patients who are kept separate. I truly hope that wherever you're admitted, you'll be in a good place with supportive, kind nurses and staff. Wishing you well.

So far everyone has been so kind and attentive

 

[-nobodyknows-]

Does anyone have any tips for surviving it? What was your experience?

I've been hospitalized three times - twice in the UK and once in the US. UK hospitals were way better for quality of life reasons. Better food, more things to do, etc. Staff were also a lot more chill. However, UK hospital stays are typically way longer than those in the US.

As for what you can do… I would say to try and find ways to keep busy. Try to stay awake during the day and do all the group activities that the staff want you to do. If you are cooperative, you will have a much better time.

Some of the other patients will be assholes and do stupid shit. Do not associate with these people. Try to be friendly to everyone and don't pick fights.

 

[Pale_Rider]

DMC again.
I have been in the hospital more then a few times over my life. The advice to be honest is the best. This is the fastest route to going home.

 

[Martymcflyismydog]

it's not so bad. Probably a 3 day hold, in pine rest or something. I've been there repeatedly, I came off heroin/fentanyl on the 4th. Tried over and over before that to quit and couldn't do it. Then I cut over 100 times that night, tried to hang myself, felt like my face was going to explode, plus I was sick off my ass. I ended up calling my mom who lives out of state to ask if she could have someone get my dog in the morning so he doesn't eat my corpse. Then cops and paramedics came. They all seemed decent so I changed my mind from forcing them to shoot me to talking to them. Probably some fear there too. Then I went to a shitty little hospital for about 5 hrs then up to pine rest. I was there like 5 days and someone from church had been taking care of my puppy. I was surprised anybody was willing, and I was severely worried I'd go home to a dead dog. I didn't have my phone, so I didn't think anyone was watching him. They put me on clonodine for 48 hrs, then suboxone, which fucked up my heart and gave me permanent dizziness, pitting edema, and shortness of breath. I took myself off of it and those symptoms are still there weeks later. There were groups in there, I was too sick to get out of bed the first few days, except to shower and get nicotine lozenges. I talked in groups like the last day or two I was there, but mostly kept to myself. And now, I'm back home alone, miserable as ever, and I've made my decision. It's almost comforting to not have to worry about anyone really being upset with me gone. Makes me feel more committed, and with only the puppy and getting him to a better happier home to concern myself with. Please though, a lot of people go through hard situations in life, if you think a helping hand, or some time, or some lifestyle changes would cure you, I'd try those first. Lot of young people have gone out on a whim, over a girl, over bullying, over things that only hurt for a short period of time. I'm just saying we should really think for a few days before dying. If there's a possible decent life to be had, if you just get through this hard time…I'd recommend giving it a chance. We have all of eternity to be dead, only this short time to live. But if there's not, and you've been suffering too long, I feel it's our right as human beings to be able to end our own suffering.