Posted by James K on March 6, 2006, at 23:31:54
In reply to Re: Am I the only one?, posted by MidnightBlue on March 6, 2006, at 22:40:10
I'm going to speak on this, based upon the original question, and what I remember was Dr. Bob's question as well.
First off, I am one of the posters who has put extremely graphic and sensitive information on this site. I have been guilty of not warning potential readers ahead of time. I apologize for that. I didn't know it could and/or was affecting people to the extent described.
This is a place of mental health. I assumed that everyone here was either a patient, a student, a professional, or an uninterested observer. My only other exposure to people with mental illness has been in mental health facilities. I never had to ask people to leave the room before I talked in group, so it didn't occur to me that it was as big a deal as it obviously is.
My whole life is a trigger. Childhood physical and sexual abuse, violence, substance abuse, cutting, suicidal ideation, gestures, and attempts. Axis 1 through 7. Past present and future. There isn't a single part of having dual diagnosis that is pretty or pleasant. I have desensitized myself to the point of dangerousness.
I didn't know other people couldn't handle this stuff. I cry when I read posts. I cry when I write posts. I use trigger warnings when I realize I should, and have had people step in and give me trigger warnings after the fact. I promise to do better on this. I would be supportive of a check box if Dr. Bob feels this is the way to go. But, there is no way I'm going to vote yes on a system that is likely to increase my likelihood of being blocked. Voting isn't actually an option, but input was requested by multiple parties.
I am not in remission right now. I am in full fledged mental illness and this is my only support and social contact until I figure out my next step. I couldn't support something that would jeopardize that for me.
I will be watching my step, because I don't want to get blocked over the solid and fair rules that already exist. I will also be more aware of the issues and feelings of my fellow babblers. That's the best I can offer.
Thank you for reading,
James K
poster:James K
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URL: http://www.dr-bob.org/babble/admin/20060225/msgs/616904.html