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Can anyone share what it is like to be admitted into a mental health ward? I thought it was something to be scared of, but after talking to several people who have been there I have decided that it is the best thing to do when there is no help in site. The dr.s don't have the time that we require to get our meds adjusted and our pain and moods under control. I understand that the mental health ward can do that for us. They keep you and get you regulated and adjusted so you can have a life again.
For those of you who have gotten this kind of help, will you share your experience. Tell us why we should not be afraid. Tell us how it helped you because some of us need that help now. There are many still out there that , like me, are scared of this help. Please share.
For those of you who have gotten this kind of help, will you share your experience. Tell us why we should not be afraid. Tell us how it helped you because some of us need that help now. There are many still out there that , like me, are scared of this help. Please share.
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I was admitted 5 years ago. My life and pain were out of control. This was before I was diagnosed with FMS. My Ex husband was literally driving me crazy because I was in so much pain and no meds to help back then. He thought it was all in my head, and said I needed to "get off my ass" and get back to work. I had a car payment and he reufused to pay it. I was so, so depressed, I had suicidal thoughts with a plan. I was going to drive that car just as fast as it would go, down the interstate and run it into a tree. HIS problems would be solved! I scared myself so bad with these out of control thoughts I went to a counselor. She called my SIL and told her to take me to the ER. The hospital "Baker Act"ed me into a local mental Health Facility. I was so scared! But it was the best thing I could have done for myself. I stayed 7 days, while they started me on anti-depressants, and did group therapy. I learned a lot there, and it gave me my self-esteem back and helped me to take control of my life again. It wasn't long after that I left that RAT ex-husband of mine, and I have been ok ever since.
I agree with whoever said it gives you time to put things in perspective and take care of yourself. Sometimes it's the only answer for us. It doesn't mean we are crazy, we just need some help to learn how to cope. All of the staff there were so caring and good to me, and everyone else. The best thing about it was, I was around other women who were going through alot of the same things I was, and that helped me, also. At least I knew I wasn't the only one who felt like they couldn't function. I still give that experience and those Dr.s and nurses a huge thank you from my heart.
I was on close observation for a few days which meant that I had to stay in the day room during the day and in my bed at night. Someone had to be able to see me every 15 minutes. That ended and I was able to go to my room and take a nap if I wanted to. At some point, you will take some psychological testing which helps the docs know the best way to help you. We had group therapy, exercise classes, arts and crafts (I was really tempted to weave a basket), and community meetings. My meds were changed and I got out after two weeks.
The second time was for a few days before I started ECT. And then I had ECT done as an outpatient.
I had insurance, but my insurance decided not to pay. The hospitals involved simply wrote it off.
Baker Act or form 52 is used to place someone in the hospital against their will. The state will pay for the stay. You can also get yourself admitted by saying you are afraid you might hurt yourself. Usually the state will pick up that tab as well.
Medicaid can be helpful as well. You can receive medicaid help by collecting all your bills, including medical, and a paycheck stub for proof of income. If the outgo is far enough over the income, Medicaid will usually pay the medical bills.
All in all, Psyche ward stays are helpful. Any fears you may have will go away. You are surrounded by people who care and people who understand.