Thinking of checking into a psych ward

[Darkangst]

Yesterday I was extremely anxious. And I thought to myself, you can’t sustain this much anxiety. So today I kept looking for more information and found there’s a lot of literature on checking yourself into a psych ward. Like what you can and can’t bring with you.

I feel I need to get out of this vicious cycle. Frankly, thinking about it kind of soothes me.

I’d been in a psychiatric ward involuntarily (also in rehab). I guess not all wards are the same. Anyway Have you ever been committed or checked yourself into a hospital?

What should I expect when checking in? (I can’t seem to remember what happened when I was committed)

What was your experience like?

For how long were you there?

Did it help?

[Agora1]

Hi Darkangst, There came a time at the beginning of my Anxiety that I felt I needed

more help than having therapy and medication. I wanted to escape from the fear but

knew I couldn't just run.

Run to where? The issue was inside of my head. And so...I told my psychiatrist I wanted

to be able to walk into the psych ward at my hospital rather than wait and be carried in;

He agreed, made the arrangements and I walked in.

It was the best decision I had ever made for myself. I didn't know what to expect but was

open to anything that would make me better.

Things are taken away from you that might harm yourself or others. I actually felt safe

for the first time in a long time. There were no longer any surprises. Each day was

structured around meals, therapy and free time.

I chose to have no visitors or phone calls. This was my time to work on myself.

I actually didn't want to go home once being there. Having someone to talk with

24/7 felt comforting. I've never regretted going in. I think we all know when the

time comes where we need that extra help. Good Luck with your decision xx

[Darkangst in reply to Agora1]

thank you Agora. It’s certainly something I’ve had my mind on

[Agora1 in reply to Darkangst]

Good Luck dear...it's always better to make the decision before you are

forced to. xx

[Downinil]

Hi Darkangst! Have you discussed this with your doctor? I can tell you the times I was volume rally admitted it was a place of refuge but got to be homesick.

[Darkangst in reply to Downinil]

I have not discussed it with doctor. He did know i was interested in partial hospitalization. Alas, the hospital i was interested in doesn’t take my insurance.