Husband Wants Me To Be Hospitalised - Scared Of Being Sectioned

[^^FlyingSolo^^]

I am sure that should they think I need to be then maybe I do??

Worrying about the unknown is the worst kind because it seems we always assume the worst.

The more information you get the better you will probably feel. If at all possible arrange a phone call with
your Dr. or make some phone calls to that hospital and speak to the admin staff about their previous experience with this.

What's the worse case scenario? If they do section you isn't that for a short period of time as well?

To answer your question, yes I think you should let the professionals make an educated decision as to your care. And you really should cooperate.

Prepare yourself, and your kids, whatever care you receive will be of great benefit to you and your family in the long run.

Best of luck to you,
Solo

 

[Wordgirl]

I sympathize with your fear of the unknown, but the fact that you are hurting yourself, even just a little, is a huge red flag that indicates you need immediate help. For myself, I try to keep the damage done to me hidden from my peers, neighbors, etc., as much as possible. For some strange reason, I'm afraid of what they will think of me if I show any indication that I'm not totally in control - and losing control is a terrifying aspect of my ptsd. So, know that I truly do have great sympathy for what you are going through.

That said, get going. Let the chips fall where they may - you are on a journey of recovery, and the opinions of others don't matter. YOU matter. Your kids matter. Your husband matters. I have faith that once you get started with treatment, even if you are hospitalized for a few weeks, you will have crossed a giant threshold on your way to safety and happiness.

I am keeping you in my thoughts. xo

 

[Srain]

My thoughts are with you. I have been hospitalized many times over the years, the last time without my consent which was very much needed - I was hurting so bad and so was my husband, in the end I got the treatment I so desperately needed and in really a short period of time. I was horrified but everyone safe and that was the plan we had drawn up prior in case something like this should happen.

All in all everything went the way it was suppose to. Isn't that what help is there for?

You are very brave for allowing others to know how you are feeling. There is nothing simple or easy about doing that, there really isn't. You should remember that and feel proud of yourself for reaching out and asking for help when you need it, many don't and those hurting among us tend to die untreated.

It's always scary to reach out but what's even scarier is to not do so.

My thoughts are with you, you are not alone in this journey.
(((((((((((((hugs))))))))))))))))
Rain
Peace

 

[timetorecover]

Hey guys thanks for your support.

I have come back from my breakdown, I was NOT sectioned!!! Just given appropriate care for someone who managed to convince the docs that I was not going hurt myself or anyone else just cracking up slowly. Luckily it was during the day when I am more in control.

I am on new pills and feeling more level. Well actually feel doped out of my head all day and cannot get up.

Kids are fine, Husband finally helping me and actually I am on the mend!

Appreciate all of your comments. Thanks again.
xxx

 

[amethist]

Good to hear that, and you got the help you needed now and further down the line.

Good for you.

 

[Wordgirl]

I'm so happy to know you're doing better. You've been in my thoughts.