Posted by yesac on July 13, 2003, at 16:39:53
In reply to hospital visit?, posted by Penny on July 13, 2003, at 11:05:09
Yeah, I never really have known the point to decide if hospitalization would be good for me. I think my therapists were pretty convinced I needed it on numerous occasions, but I've never gone. I just couldn't bring myself to do it, even though looking back I really think that anyone would say I should have gone.
I also have had the thoughts that it wouldn't help me and would possibly even make things worse. But I think that there are some key components: it can keep you safe and get you away from your pills, and it can be a brief reprieve from dealing with your life. That's what my doctor emphasized. Not that it's some kind of great experience, but is just some "down-time" away from all of your stressors.
Just a thought - I myself have decided there's no way in hell I would go to UNC - but I do work in psychiatry and it would be a bit more risky personally. I've decided that if it ever comes down to me deciding to go, I'll go to Holly Hill. It's private, and a bit more "upscale", there are no residents I don't think.
But obviously, UNC is closer and if you need to get somewhere right away it would be the better option.
If you get this, and you want someone to go with you, or anything else, call me!
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