Coping in the emergency department

[Centaured]

Sometimes in mental health crisis's we end up in the emergency department. And that totally ok, being safe is important.
but how do we cope with our crisis while waiting?
What are some helpful strategies you have found useful during your stay in the department?




I often get stuck in the emergency room waiting room overnight due to the fact there is no mental health team 24/7 where I live. I'm really struggling being here tonight. My usual strategies of listening to music isn't really working so I'm wondering if there is anything else I should try. Please note my concentration and attention is limited due to being in crisis. I feel trapped and stuck.
I wish lifeline text was 24/7 coz I could really use someone to talk to. Are there any other online options as I cant really call someone due to the nature of a waiting room.

[Centaured]

The stupidest shit happened. I end up in department (A-gain) been here since 4:39 find out at 8:15 they stuffed up my triage and have to be retriaged coz I'm not in the system. Still hasn't happened.

Im over this shit. Should not listen to my CM. Why come here. Why try. I should run and shut up

[Centaured]

I attempted suicide this morning....I don't feel too good.

I am safe but I just want to go home and do it again.

[Sophie_M]

Hi Centaured,

We are so sorry to hear what you've been through today, we can hear how much you're struggling at the moment. But please don't forget that you don't have to go through this alone. We are currently getting in touch via email to check in with you.

We hope you keep updating our community here on how you're feeling, whenever you feel ready. 

[Guest_1643]

I'm so sorry to hear that you've been through so much. I'm glad you are safe and posted here to let us know that.

[Centaured]

It's been a long few days since I attempted Saturday morning. I was admitted to the psych ward on the coast coz there were no beds at my hospital. I started a new med there then was transferred back here yesterday. I'm probably going home tomorrow.
I'm trying to stay offline while I'm so unwell. Chat later.

[Centaured]

I got home today.

Im scared of myself so much.

[Sophie_M]

Hi Centaured,

Thanks for checking back in with us, and please know that you are never alone here. If you would like some extra support tonight to talk through these feelings, the Beyond Blue Support Service is available to you, anytime, on 1300 22 4636 or you can get in touch with us on Webchat 3pm-12am AEST here: www.beyondblue.org.au/getsupport Our friends at Lifeline (13 11 14) and Suicide Call Back Service (1300 659 467) are also available 24/7 during any overwhelming moments. 

Please feel free to continue updating the community on how you're feeling, whenever you're ready. We're all here for you.

[blondguy]

Hi Centaured

Do you have 1 or 2 people that you can call when you are stuck?

I understand that being offline is a lot easier on our brain when we are doing it hard

we are here listening...Paul

[Centaured]

....in emergency again....Dr consulting surgeon this time...shit.

Im kinda scared.

[Guest_1643]

maybe surgeon will be good? take care, this sounds like a tough time and scary for you.