Amy I have never been in that type of hospital and I'm so sorry that you are there now. It must be horrible being with constant observations. I have been in a hospital before and every 2 hours they would come and do blood pressure and temperature even in the night and it was horrible and also embarrassing. It must be even worse if it's like 1:1 the whole time. I hope you feel better soon and can go home. I'm sending you a hug x.

I'm surprised they allow you to have access to the internet! The ones I've been in they take EVERYTHING from you.. they don't even let you wear proper clothes.. they strip you down.. it's very abusive and not at all helpful. I'm sorry you are stuck in there. I hope you get out soon! I does make you feel worse being locked up without treatment. It's useless. I don't understand why they put people though that! It's traumatizing.

I was in a hospital but not what you're going through. Like the above poster said we'd all get checked on every 2/3 hours. It wasn't so bad though because we had groups to play games and things. Just remember all of what you're going through is for your own good. You're not useless, you're just in that deep dark hole of depression and needing help to get out of it! Big big hugs!

Thanks for your comments. The nurses here are quite nice. you are allowed your phone but it has to be said not much else. They did search my things and they did a body examination when I was admitted. I have been restrained a couple of times since being here which was pretty scary. I think I'm going to be here for a while yet though unfortunately.

Aw im so sorry hun im here for you and i have been in the hospital before for self harm and depression,anxiety. I understand not wanting to be alone however i sometimes like being alone but everything will be okay i promise:)

I would rather you be there and safe. I hope you come out of there stable and in control. Good luck to you.

I was in the psychiatric ward of a regular hospital years ago. It was not pleasant, but necessary at the time. I was able to be moved to a regular room in a few days. Prayers for you to do likewise. God bless.

I went to inpatient this past january. It led me on the right path to hope and happiness. Just know it caan get better

I was hospitalized a few times in the past year for severe depression with suicidal thoughts and it was not bad at all. I knew I was in a safe environment where I wouldn't harm myself. You are with others going through similar things and there are therapy groups to help deal with your issues. I am surprised they allow you your phone because wherever I've been you're not allowed access to it.
I wish you well and hope you feel better soon! An important part of treatment is follow-up after discharge.