Posted by finelinebob on January 27, 2002, at 10:28:18
In reply to Hospitalization, posted by crinn on January 27, 2002, at 9:05:35
Glad that you're doing it "shamelessly". There's nothing wrong and quite a bit right about looking for support when you need it =^).
I haven't done it, but my best friend (whom I consider a much stronger, stable person than myself) did. Twice. Both times helped her immensely.
Feeling safe is important and a great reason to do this. Getting others to take your condition seriously is something you shouldn't feel guilty about. First of all, it sounds like you could use the support for more, for lack of a better term, "genuine" reasons. Getting folks to take you seriously is bonus, if it happens.
Some people just need a sledgehammer to open their minds.
be well,
flb
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