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mjones0608
mjones0608
I am having a hard time right now. I don't know what else to do about it. I got a few books on depression from the library today. I hope learning more about it will help out a bit. My mom doesn't want to take me to the ER. She says my situation is not an emergency. I wanted to go because I don't know how else to get the meds I need that quickly. I have enough of my current meds to last a while, but I need a stronger dose or something or maybe a different med all together. My mom does usually help me out quite a bit, but this time around I am rather frustrated with her. I am not sure what to think about it.
Part of the problem is that I can't get in to see my psych until July 11th. That might be too long.
gramybear
gramybear
Can you call your therapist and ask for a sooner appointment? Let him/her know your situation? Most of them will fit a person in sooner if they feel it's an emergency. Does your mom understand what a person goes through with depression? That is really helpful. Do you have insurance? The ER would probably not change your dosage or up it if you are already seeing someone for it. They will just suggest you make an appointment with your therapist, which you have already done. I hope you will call your therapist and try to get in sooner. Hugs GB
deleted_user
deleted_user
I am so sorry I hope you feel better. Sometimes parents just don't understand. I'm sure your mom loves you. Be careful and please do not do something you will regret. You are worth it & your life is worth it. Wait to speak with your psychologist. I'll add you as a friend if you want to talk sometime on here. Wishing you the best. Stay encouraged.
mjones0608
mjones0608
I already tried calling and that's the soonest they have with him. I was thinking I might try calling again though. You're probably right about the ER not really helping me though. I will try calling tomorrow.

Thanks for your advice.
sadiegirl13
sadiegirl13
I'm sorry you are feel bad and you can't get in to see your doc. That is the WORST!!! I agree with GB that the ER probably won't help much. If you are not a direct danger to yourself or someone else, or are not able to keep yourself safe (like you're too psychotic to keep yourself out of danger) then they will admit you; anything other than that and they are likely to send you home.

I'm so sorry that the news isn't good...if I were you I would just push, and push, and push your pdoc. I mean, if you need help they need to make room in the schedule for you, even if it's just 15 mins, or at least a 15 minute phone call so you can talk about your concerns. Unfortunately, mental health resources are often not abundant, and good ones can be difficult to find, so you've got to advocate to yourself! This may mean p!ssing some people off, but you've got to look out for you. Keep pushing, be professional and generally courteous (don't swear at them), but be firm and stick up for yourself...hopefully they will find room for you.

I have high expectations of my practitioners, but I think that everyone should, and we've got to push some to get the service we deserve.

Sorry if you don't like that I'm saying "you've" got to do these things. I don't mean to bully, I'm trying to encourage. I would never really TELL you what to do because I don't know you, and I don't know what's best for you. But I do hope that you will advocate for yourself.

Good luck
-Sadie
mjones0608
mjones0608
I called my regular doctor and made an appointment for in a few days. I really hope he can help me especially since I can't get into see my psych for a couple of weeks.