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I've been thinking about going back, when my T called they said it was about 3 weeks, which makes sense to me, mental health gets busy at the end of the year and winter in general. So I might try to wait it out a bit. They are very selective which is a good thing. Also the level of processing...

Yes, I agree Quinn is amazing. Emily the RN is amazing, and Angela the day time BHT is also amazing....they're all pretty much amazing honestly.

use the FAQ section to get what to bring/not bring. really stick to that spandex rule. I only brought things with 1-2% spandex and had no issues. Just get sweatpants & pull out the tie instead of yoga pants. And NO hair oil or serums are allowed. As for what type of treatment happens eg teach...

Hi Shells, I've been off the forum for a while and just got your PM and replied. SP TDU is a TON of work to get in. They want to really make sure you're a good fit for the Unit and that the Unit is a good fit for you. It's not like a general unit where you walk into the ER say you're suicidal...

you can have hair ties (hair elastics) like the little pony tail holders, everything just has to be under 8". it's actually pretty max as far as inpatient's go (where I've worked and been). so like elastic HEAD bands are out, but most pony tail holders are ok. that was super confusing though...

YES! I feel this way all the time. Sorry you feel that way too, but it's kind of relieving that I'm not alone in the thinking. I've attempted three times in my life, twice in the last year (& one was generally considered a highly lethal way). And While I don't currently have a plan or time, I...

Hey OneNightOwl :) I hope HB got there ok. IME and in hearing other's experience, SP does a pretty good job with the messy insurance Auth's, especially when you're coming out of state like I did. I found the beds comfortable, they're your standard psych hospital box beds that most psych...

yay! good luck. you will do great! & I'm so sorry about your little sister, :( thats horrible, I had a similar experience at a different hospital (that was otherwise great) and have heard f this happening other places (rarely) too, good places tend to take care of things quickly though if it...

It's ok. trust me there is NO WAY your abuse is any more extreme than things they see everyday. EVERYONE there has LONG history of severe unspeakable abuse. I know your abuse was terrible I'm sure, but sadly your case in not unique, it's very common, and your history is MORE of a reason TO...

I hope you get in! I think you can have SI, escpially if it's passive, I know I certainly did, in fact one of my goals was to work on the chronic suicidality. I became slightly more actively suicidal while there, but still able to rely (heavily) on staff, so no need to drop my level or transfer...

I'm glad NightOwl! I know having as much info is possible helps, at least it does for me. :) It truly is a wonderful program, everyone has their own experience, and there will be ups and downs, but it is one of the best, if not the best out there. best of luck if you get accepted! the best...

Hi Laurie! I actually just went as well, we probably just missed each other (I started 1st week of Aug). Thanks for your response. I was there for about 3 weeks. I just wanted to add my experience here incase others are wondering. First I LOVED the program. It's truely unique. I'm a...

I too am looking to the trauma unit at SP. I know there are older threads about it, but things change so fast in hospitals. has only been there recently who is will to share their experience? I'd be coming from chicago, so it's a big scary commitment to do treatment so far from home.