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I’m handcuffed in the hospital
- Thread starter A real sad boy
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I did read the thread, thanks for the reply
Dude is handcuffed/being taken to a facility and needs to get a hold of a contact in real life, not on a gaming forum where people are going to question his story and try to find holes in his logic
I'm not going to argue in this thread, but you need to read OP's reply again. He has tried to contact the people he can and is asking for some emotional support.
You do not need to post if you don't want to help
The guy is asking for some support. This would be horrible to go through alone.
I'm not a mod but either lock or curb the meta 'discussion' about ethics please. It's beyond stupid and petty given the context.
Not a single extra word needs to be added on that.
Not a single extra word needs to be added on that.
Some of you people are incredible.
I'm out, OP you can PM me if you need to talk with someone.
This will pass. It might be super hard right now but it will pass.
I mean they have to otherwise why would he be handcuffed to the bed?
It's not clear that's the reason.
It concerns me he's posting about it here rather than talking to hospital staff about it.
All we can do is assume and speculate. That does nothing for the OP's situation. Who knows what the actual circumstances are. It's not our place to know or understand. The OP is better off sorting this out with those he knows, people in his immediate vicinity, ideally medical or legal professionals.
Or you could give a little emotional support and not do the rest.
I don't want to argue with people ITT, I just don't see the value in playing detective here. This would be hell to go though all alone.
If you have been in hospital you will know sometimes no one is available to speak with.
https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/
Well, if you have your phone and have no one to talk to at the moment I highly recommend this chat line. They're great and are totally non-judgemental.
Well, if you have your phone and have no one to talk to at the moment I highly recommend this chat line. They're great and are totally non-judgemental.
- Eject the sim card from your phone
- Use it as a lock-pick on your handcuffs
- Throw your phone into the hallway as a distraction
- Escape out the window
- Track down Solidus Snake
That sucks OP. I hope you can recover.
If I have learned anything from my older brother and his crazy girlfriends, Do Not Engage with her personally (physical/electronic) anymore as that's just ammunition for her.
Just sleep for now.
If I have learned anything from my older brother and his crazy girlfriends, Do Not Engage with her personally (physical/electronic) anymore as that's just ammunition for her.
Just sleep for now.
Good post.
OP, if you're feeling distressed because you can't speak with someone, please try that link.
Or if you want to rest but can't perhaps ask for something to help you sleep? I'm not sure about cost of these things in the US though...
OP, I've been the nurse in a situation like this quite a few times. I'm sorry but it's going to be a long night for you. Get off here and talk privately with those in this thread that have come out as close to you. Get some sleep if you can or at least close your eyes for a bit. Nothing is going to happen for at least the next few hours before psych can see you. Be nice to the nurses that come in, vent to them how you're feeling if you want. Things will improve, alright. They'll get better but you need some rest right now.
OP
OP
The hospital knows I'm incredibly suicidal. That's why I'm handcuffed and under guard. Still waiting to hear from my parents.
Hey dude, things will be alright. Sometimes we need to hit rock bottom to pick ourselves back up. Try to rest now, and if you would like to talk, hit me up.
You'll get through this and one day this will be an amusing story you tell friends after becoming a stronger, better person. Keep living so you can see that day.
OK. Thank you for posting this, I feel better knowing you're hopefully going to get the help you need.
I've had a long road with depression myself. It seems hard now, but it will get better. Probably doesn't mean much now tho.
Try that chat line, as well as being good listeners they can point you to a lot of good resources in your area.
OP,
you need time.
don't forget, you are young and time is on your side.
That Ex will become a flash in the past and will be forgotten with time.
The Future is not written, you can re-write it and pave a new path.
Don't give up! Stick close to your parents for a while to recoop.
You'll bounce back
you need time.
don't forget, you are young and time is on your side.
That Ex will become a flash in the past and will be forgotten with time.
The Future is not written, you can re-write it and pave a new path.
Don't give up! Stick close to your parents for a while to recoop.
You'll bounce back
OP
OP
My life is legitimately a disaster. Like full stop 200%. There's no way I'm bouncing back from this. There's nowhere for me to go. Can't even get my fucking parents on the phone. Ive given up. I'll be in the hospital however long I need to be until they release me and then I'm killing myself. I cannot do this shit anymore.
Shark, life sometimes is a fucking disaster and we all feel like giving up from time to time. Going through a break up is always hard, and I think most of us can relate to that. What you need to do is understand that there is more to life than what you've been living right now, you deserve a lot more and you are capable of being happy. One of the hardest lessons I've learned with relationships is that regardless how much you love someone, it won't always work out. It sucks that your ex-girlfriend had an argument, but here's something I hope you understand: it's ok to love someone and walk away, because at least in that moment in time, things aren't working out. I'm certain that even with bad blood, you care about your ex-girlfriend, and she also cares about you, even if it's not working out. Remember that there are people that love you and would be destroyed with you around.
The world is full of wonder, mate. There is SO MUCH that you can do with your life. So much things to look up to. I know it looks bad right now, but trust me, it gets better. No one can give a chance to you other than yourself. Allow yourself to cry, relax, wait for the doctors, allow them to help you and once you are ok, please come back here to tell us of the all wonderful stuff that you will be doing with your life. Who will help me convince Kevin Feige to get the Midnight Sons film going?
The world is full of wonder, mate. There is SO MUCH that you can do with your life. So much things to look up to. I know it looks bad right now, but trust me, it gets better. No one can give a chance to you other than yourself. Allow yourself to cry, relax, wait for the doctors, allow them to help you and once you are ok, please come back here to tell us of the all wonderful stuff that you will be doing with your life. Who will help me convince Kevin Feige to get the Midnight Sons film going?
I feel there's more to this story that were not seeing here or maybe I'm totally naive to the American law system.
Edit: regardless. Hang in there Op, I've been through some tough spots with EX girlfriends and in time you'll be over it, I promise you.
Edit: regardless. Hang in there Op, I've been through some tough spots with EX girlfriends and in time you'll be over it, I promise you.
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OP
OP
I'm being transported to another facility to begin my in patient stay. Still haven't heard from my parents. Or any other family.
Awesome advice. Thanks. I'll just sneak away in a second and hop on a train and go west.
Awesome advice. Thanks. I'll just sneak away in a second and hop on a train and go west.
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No mate that is fucked up advice. Forget the wistfulness of it. I messaged you. You're not done yet.
where do your parents live? can the hospital contact them on your behalf?
Please don't do this. You can always recover and find something that brings you joy. Call one of the aforementioned suicide prevention hotlines. Let someone care for you. Please, let someone take care of you, and do not feel ashamed about it.
Hey man, you are in a bad place right now but things can get better. It may not seem like it right now, but this situation could be a very good thing. You need help, let them help you. Be open, be honest, and know you are not alone. Stay strong.
If he's in the process of being transported, his phone either has been taken or will be very shortly.
If he's in the process of being transported, his phone either has been taken or will be very shortly.
Try to use your time as a patient to rest as much as you can.
Speak with professionals openly and honestly.
You can get through this as impossible as it seems right now.
I've been there.
Thia ia 100% true. I have had crazy patients BITE COPS and still not get cuffed. Chances are OP is on a 72 hour hold for suicidal ideation and then will have some legal stuff down the line.
I grew up with my mother's boyfriend who physically and mentally abused us while my mother allowed it to happen.
One time when I was old enough, I fought back and got him on the ground. I held my hand above his head showing I could now beat the shit out of him if I wanted to, and told him to remember I didn't and that he could never hurt me again.
He called the police and told them I had beaten him by punching him multiple times in the face and they arrested me on his word because when they arrived I was upset (not angry, or in any way violent, just fucking crying) and he was calm. This is a man who once stamped on my head on Christmas eve in an argument over me leaving a pen on the kitchen table.
Thankfully, even my mother couldn't put up with this and she kicked him out afterwards.
My point is police sometimes do just go on another person's word.
Hey OP, you've been under a lot of stress and things might seem fubar right now but sleep, give it some time and you'll be okay. You're not thr first person to go through something like this and come out the other end, and you won't be the last. It's amazing how thought processes can change. You'll see. Take it easy.
Can't speak for other hospitals but normally in situations like this you're not supposed to have your phone. Personally I think it's a bad idea for you to be posting on this forum and this thread should be locked if for no other reason than to protect yourself.
What time is it where you are? Are your parents asleep maybe?
Regardless, getting moved to a facility so quickly is a good thing, OP. Depending on your situation your phone might be confiscated there. In the case that it is here's some quick advice.
Tell them everything. Everything you feel. They will not judge you for feeling suicidal, for feeling that life is worthless right now. It's OK to feel that way right now because honestly you've had a really bad day by the sounds of it.
I've seen people get better. I'm not going to say it's easy or that you'll like the process. But know that the mental health staff advocate for you and your safety. They care about you and want to see you well and leaving the facility in better health.
All the best, OP. You have value and are worth staying alive.
Regardless, getting moved to a facility so quickly is a good thing, OP. Depending on your situation your phone might be confiscated there. In the case that it is here's some quick advice.
Tell them everything. Everything you feel. They will not judge you for feeling suicidal, for feeling that life is worthless right now. It's OK to feel that way right now because honestly you've had a really bad day by the sounds of it.
I've seen people get better. I'm not going to say it's easy or that you'll like the process. But know that the mental health staff advocate for you and your safety. They care about you and want to see you well and leaving the facility in better health.
All the best, OP. You have value and are worth staying alive.