ive been in-patient twice, once for six weeks and another time for four months....its hard thats for sure, but its really worth it....try not to be scared they are there to help you, and they know what their doing...just be honest and try and trust them to help you and give you back the life and the future you so much deserve....if you need any more adivse or you just want to talk then pm me anytime....i hope you stay strong and stay well....remember your never alone...you have all of us to help you!!!

Although you are hesitant it is great news as you now have the opportunity to go and get the help and support you need to get healthy. Good luck!!! You can do it, just stick with it!!

I was at The Remuda Ranch residential part for about 4 months. It was very helpful. I'm grateful for the treatment I did receive. I still read from my meditation book I rec'd from there. You're in my prayers

I was hospitialied this past summer for a short time. Both for depression and my ED. It is a very scary time, but you will meet the most incrediable people in the world. You will be surrounded by constant support and love from people going throught the same things you feel. I did not miss my family and friends at all, I was too tied up with my own emotions and dealing with me for once. You will be fine. Did deep inside for that inner strength. Jill

I'm going through the same thing, just haven't found a program to accept me yet. It's good if insurance is covering 90% (that's really good). I've been to residential and know the feeling of being petrified, but don't be. The people are there to help you, not judge you. If you are ready to get help, then do what they tell you to and you'll get through it. I agree with Jann and the most important thing is to be honest! There is no sense in bs-ing the doctors. It's rough, I know, I am facing detox, rehab and another residential program, so I understand your fears. But keep your head up and if you need someone to talk to, I am here.

I have been Inpatient at a few places before. None were right for me though... I just wasn;t ready to get better.

But I think you should go! Take this chance thatyou have. Forget about the cost, and go for it! This could really help you. Even if you are feeling ambivalent righ tnow, you might change when you get there... just give it a shot. It'll be worth i, you'll never know if you don;t try!

I've been IP and I think residential will be so much better. You will actually get to go outside instead of being locked up on a hospital ward. Take this chance and make the very best out of it. Good luck.

I've been inpatient twice and I think it has helped me. But don't expect it to me a sudden thing that you will suddenly stop having all the feelings that you've had for years. I thought that after treatment I would be better, but it just takes years, that's how it is. Also, in my second treatment center I was very honest about the fact that there was still a little part of me that was not committed to recovery. The therapists kept telling me it would come, but it never did. I am nearly 3 years out of that center and I still have ED thoughts. But with a good treatment team you can start to see the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. You start to feel a bit more like you want to feel, even though you didn't know you hated how your were feeling so much. It's complicated, but have faith and take it slow, believe in yourself and don't be afraid to ask for help. We are all rooting for you here. Best Wishes.

Thanks so much for all the advice. I have been IP before at Hopkins, but all that did was make me gain weight as quickly as possible so they could get me out as soon as possible. I know it takes time to heal, and hopefully Laureate will get me on the right track. Again, thank you so much for all your support

I know it will be tough being away from your family and friends but really you need that space in order to really concentrate on recovery. Its expensive but you know what you are worth it and make the best of this opportunity it may be right for you and may well save your life, best of luck xxxxxxx