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Posted by Dr. Bob on April 22, 2004, at 3:31:04
In reply to Re: Can I talk of suicide here?, posted by deirdrehbrt on April 21, 2004, at 22:15:15
> Similarilone (Hope I spelled that right)
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> I wanted to let you know that you're not alone at all. I'm 43, divorced, have two kids and I'm in the hospital about 3-4 times per year. My kids live most of the time with my ex.
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> I have DID (formerly MPD), Bipolar 1, Borderline, and to top it off, Gender Identity Disorder. I am trying to find another place to live, but I'm currently living where some of my abuse took place.
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> Things are really, REALLY tough. The days that I don't at least think of suicide are very rare. I really try to get help before I get to the point that I try something. Honestly, I don't always succede. I can tell you this though, sometimes that road is extremely slippery. As someone told you, unless you are more than a few steps away, you should be talking to SOMEONE.
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> I don't know if anyone has ever explained to you what the usual requirements are to determine safety. Here are the requirements where I live.
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> 1. Is the individual saying they are suicidal?
> 2. Does the individual have a plan?
> 3. Does the individual plan on acting on that plan?
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> If you answer yes to all three, you need to get help right away.
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> If you get the help, you WILL feel better. Going to a hospital is NOT a sign of weakness. Even if you someday do make an attempt, if you're alive, if you can get yourself out of the situation and call, please DO SO. I've been there before too. Trust me, drinking charcoal is better than dying.
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> The most important thing about being alive is staying alive. I KNOW. I've been there. My depressions keep bringing me there. I've been very fortunate in not succeeding. I've come close, but something inside wants to live. I'm certain that that something is inside of you too.
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> If your next appointment with a therapist is still a month away, call your local community mental health center. They should be able to help you, and they usually work on a sliding fee scale.
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> If you still need it, Please PLEASE don't fight this fight alone. It's too hard, and the stakes are way too high.
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> If you think that people just don't care, I already care. I've read your posts here, and I care about you. I care because I've been there.
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> Dee.
Posted by silmarilone on April 22, 2004, at 13:54:07
In reply to Re: talk of suicide » silmarilone « deirdrehbrt, posted by Dr. Bob on April 22, 2004, at 3:31:04
ok well here i am at the redirected site. thank you dr. bob i wasn't sure where the discussion belongs.
yes, every week during the study visit we discuss everything. I have one tomorrow.
thanks everyone for your posts, they are very helpful.
Posted by MrSandman on April 22, 2004, at 20:57:23
In reply to Re: what would klonopin 14mg do, with alcohol?, posted by silmarilone on April 22, 2004, at 13:54:07
Simarilone:
NOW I'm beginnning to relax. I hope you keep heading in the right direction.
Posted by silmarilone on April 23, 2004, at 20:10:01
In reply to That's a Relief » silmarilone, posted by MrSandman on April 22, 2004, at 20:57:23
Thanks all. Going out of town for the weekend, feeling pretty good. c y'all monday
cheers
Posted by Dr. Bob on April 26, 2004, at 1:57:46
In reply to Re: talk of suicide » silmarilone « deirdrehbrt, posted by Dr. Bob on April 22, 2004, at 3:31:04
A suggestion
Posted by shadows721 on April 22, 2004, at 7:21:00
In reply to Re: Glad to hear back, posted by silmarilone on April 21, 2004, at 10:29:10
Silmarilone, I sure hope that you notified the people conducting the study of your suicidal feelings and the attempt on suicide. Someone else may not have survived an attempt on suicide. You may save others lives. Please communicate your feelings. Keeping it all in doesn't help you and potentially another. You have the power to impact your own life and someone else's too.
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Re: A suggestion » silmarilone
Posted by Dinah on April 22, 2004, at 8:54:10
In reply to A suggestion, posted by shadows721 on April 22, 2004, at 7:21:00
At the risk of being redirected to the meds board, I would say that shadows has a great idea there. Didn't you say that you were on Wellbutrin and feeling restless and agitated? There could be a connection between the meds and the feelings.
It's definitely worth mentioning to the people conducting the trial.
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