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How to deal with a newly committed friend

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She is being committed tomarrow. I know, she doesn't. I'm not to tell her. I don't know how long she'll be gone or what will happen to her. I'm scared for both of us. What am i supposed to do?
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i'm new to the site so idk who you are talking about..

but i would say talk to them about it and how it can help them out. if they have any questions try to answer them in the best way possible. there are always fatcs online you can pull up.

i hope this helped some
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Does committed mean going to a locked ward to be safe? maybe you could reassure your friend that those places arent too bad and that they are there to help her feel better. It just means she needs more support right now to get through. A locked ward will ensure that she remains safe while her mind starts to get better. It takes time but its worth it. Thinking of you and your friend. It will be okay.
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do not feel bad, being committed is better than being dead, she will thankyou when she is better and herself
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I think if a person is committed by the State, medical doctor, etc for their own safety, I think they can keep them 2-4 weeks. It will vary as to when they can begin to have visitors. The primary emphasis will be to get her stabilized on medication. I believe either the family or the patient has to put your name on a list of approved visitors who can see her when the time comes.
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Sometimes thats a good way to get an evaluation and started on the right meds. i hope this helps your friend. When my son was in the hospital i went to see him eberyday and he was only in for three days. it did no good because he didn't tell the truth only his perspective. Hope it helps.
susan
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