I need more help but I’m scared to ask for it, I’m not talking about seeing someone I think I need to be admitted. It’s just I’m so scared to go and when I get back everything will be different. I know if I go I’m going to be just like my dad, I don’t want to go but if I don’t I’m afraid I’ll do something to myself. Just how do I say I need to go to the hospital?
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Say it just the way you have said it here. say >I’m afraid I’ll do something to myself. I need to go to the hospital <
might as well be to the point.
Getting whatever your problem is off your chest and sharing it with another will make you feel better i promise, I’m sure your parents are on your side if you bare all.
Why not test the waters here and others will offer their perspectives.
One of the most difficult things has to be admitting to yourself theres a problem. The second most difficult thing is acting on that problem. I admire you for taking these steps. I’m not sure how old you are but depending on your personal situation perhaps mentioning to parent/s or a close friend would be a good first step. Then you might have a support network during your time in hospital and for when you come out. One difficult scenario will be getting others to understand what you are going through and how to help but I’m sure there’s light at the end of this tunnel. My spidey sense is tingling…
If you are unwell and you’re dads been unwell don’t be too dissapointed. Mental health can run in the genes. Just get some help and work through it. I’ve been involuntarily admitted a few times which sucks big time. Once they wouldn’t even allow me to voluntary be admitted I was so manic and psychotic they even told me to drive home I think at one point lol. But yes get some help!
really consider seriously if the psych ward would be helpful for you. it can be dangerous, poisonous and toxic. use caution. but if YOU feel its best. do that.
I actually (seriously) two weeks ago had to say those very words… a little different. I was having issues with medication and said to a friend of mine “I need you to take me to the hospital.” It was hard…. extremely hard but she knows my struggle with depression and anxiety.
If you can’t muster the strength to verbally say it… write it down on a piece of paper and give it to them. You can also put it on your phone (like a text message) and show them.
There’s nothing wrong asking for help. It took me a long time to realize this… I wish you peace.
… something I should have added is that while yes, things will be different going forward. Look at it from a positive standpoint where i) you WON’T have to struggle alone; ii) you WILL have communication channels open; and iii) you won’t be alone with your struggle anymore. These are far greater positives than keeping it on the inside and struggling alone—struggling alone sucks.
Mental illness affects 1 in 5 (at least according to Canadian statistics and is based on what has been reported). Mental illness is so incredibly common (sadly). While mental illness still remains stigmatic, it is becoming more and more openly discussed. I personally am very open with my mental illness with people close to me… you’re not there yet but you’ll get there.
Try to say what you said here. I wish you well.