General / Mental Health Support Thread

AliBobbyJ said:
A long shot, maybe, but consider either putting the place's contact details on here (if mods would allow) or message it to a few of the BM people locally who know your struggles so that they can phone the practitioner and speak on your behalf to say they know you're on the brink. Just somehow get others to back you up. Even a few calls on her number can make her think again.
Meanwhile, hold on.
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It's a difficult situation.
I obviously don't want to come over as threatening them because nobody likes that, in any context. If they assess me they'll no doubt research a range of things to do with me. This thread being an example.
My GP has asked to see me tomorrow. I don't know what state I'll be in then but they need to know I'm in serious trouble.
 
PinkFinal said:
Thanks. I've decided I won't be sharing as much on here.
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Just don't look at it as though you've done anything wrong by sharing.

You reached out and attempted to use this place to help you, I've done the exact same thing in the past.
Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't, but remember to realise that neither of those outcomes are a reflection on the person asking for help.
 
PinkFinal said:
It's a difficult situation.
I obviously don't want to come over as threatening them because nobody likes that, in any context. If they assess me they'll no doubt research a range of things to do with me. This thread being an example.
My GP has asked to see me tomorrow. I don't know what state I'll be in then but they need to know I'm in serious trouble.
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I don't think it's threatening them if you ask others (inc. local people you could DM on here) to speak on your behalf. Same as if a patient has a relative or friend go with them in person to an appointment with a doctor/lawyer/police.

Different situation again but last week a construction company here in the u.s. was considering turning a building it owns into one of Trump's "ICE" facilities. Local people petitioned against it and attended hearings where they pressed their case. The company changed their mind and thanked the public for what they called the "calm and dignified manner" in which they'd handled themselves. No yelling, just persuasive talking, and now no ICE facility. I think there's two or three on here who know your struggles and who'd make a phone call or write a polite but pulling no punches letter for you if you gave them the contact details. No one should see that as a threat, they might even be moved by the fact that folk cared enough to say something.
 
PinkFinal said:
It's a difficult situation.
I obviously don't want to come over as threatening them because nobody likes that, in any context. If they assess me they'll no doubt research a range of things to do with me. This thread being an example.
My GP has asked to see me tomorrow. I don't know what state I'll be in then but they need to know I'm in serious trouble.
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Good luck with the GP tomorrow and try sending an email explaining “you’ve tried everything” and now you think ECT or a similar treatment I copied this from the Telegraph about nerve stimulation

“Nerve stimulation therapies use low-voltage electrical currents to treat chronic pain, neurological, and urological conditions by either blocking pain signals or stimulating nerve activity. Common types include non-invasive TENS for pain relief, implanted Vagus Nerve Stimulators (VNS) for epilepsy/depression, and Sacral Nerve Stimulation for bladder/bowel issues.
  • Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS): A portable device uses skin-surface electrodes to deliver electrical impulses, commonly used for temporary relief of acute and chronic pain.
  • Peripheral Nerve Stimulation (PNS)
    :
    A minimally invasive procedure where electrodes are placed near specific nerves to treat chronic pain conditions.
    • Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS): An implanted device in the chest sends regular, mild pulses to the vagus nerve in the neck, used for treatment-resistant epilepsy and depression.
    • Sacral Nerve Stimulation (SNS): An implanted device helps control pelvic floor muscles, treating fecal incontinence and overactive bladder.
    • Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS): Wires implanted in the spine deliver electrical currents to block pain signals from reaching the brain.
    • Magnetic Peripheral Nerve Stimulation (mPNS): A non-invasive method using magnetic pulses for pain relief.
      Epilepsy Society
      Epilepsy Society +9
Common Applications
  • Pain Management: Chronic lower back pain, neuropathic conditions, post-herpetic neuralgia, and migraines.
  • Neurological Disorders: Refractory epilepsy, depression, and stroke rehabilitation.
  • Urological/Bowel Conditions: Overactive bladder, urinary retention, and fecal incontinence.
    The London Clinic
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Considerations
  • Effectiveness: Results vary, with some therapies (like VNS) being long-term, while others (like TENS) offer temporary, on-demand relief.
  • Side Effects: Generally safe, but can include irritation from TENS pads, or, for implanted devices, risks related to surgery like infection or soreness.
  • Consultation: Always discuss with a healthcare provider, especially for implanted
 

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Just seen someone curled up in a ball on the steps of Guide Bridge railway station. Wasn't drunk. Looked like he was looking for attention. I asked him if he was OK. He said "yes" but I wasn't sure he was.
 
Hello

My kitchen is still a bomb site, i have had to trust other traders which is difficult after my recent experience, i have been mega stressed out, the kitchen is full of mould and moisture in the air because the drains are blocked round the back of the place and the room will never dry until that back wall stops getting drenched add to that a washing machine fail or two hidden by the double layered carpet

All of the carpet has had to come up , i thought i would tackle it, stanley knife was shit so i got out the big bread knife and off i went, my kitchen is massive but i have got it all up with the help of every painkiller known to man! and it felt really good to do something physical tbh, the first day i did a bit and was shagged so sat down and fell asleep for nine hours where i was sat, 4am i took a load of painkillers went to bed and slept another four hrs! Each day and i slept like a log

I had two surveyors round last week and i heard the magic words that even though the damp is extensive, under the floorboards as well, nothing major needs spending except for drains and extractor fans and mould removal and open all the doors and windows and spring and summer will dry the place out, i could have kissed them but that would be weird lol, i dont have to rip out all the lower cupboards just empty them and let them dry

I had made an appt to discuss taking a lump sum out of my tiny pensions, i was that scared it would need a huge amount to fix that twatty room, i might take some anyway as it will need some kind of flooring, curtains and redecorating, my lovely sky blue wallpaper is mostly gone, i will go again with the same colour

Talk about stressful 13 months, it is never ending, sorry for the boring post lol

And breathe

Much love xx
 
kaz7 said:
Hello

My kitchen is still a bomb site, i have had to trust other traders which is difficult after my recent experience, i have been mega stressed out, the kitchen is full of mould and moisture in the air because the drains are blocked round the back of the place and the room will never dry until that back wall stops getting drenched add to that a washing machine fail or two hidden by the double layered carpet

All of the carpet has had to come up , i thought i would tackle it, stanley knife was shit so i got out the big bread knife and off i went, my kitchen is massive but i have got it all up with the help of every painkiller known to man! and it felt really good to do something physical tbh, the first day i did a bit and was shagged so sat down and fell asleep for nine hours where i was sat, 4am i took a load of painkillers went to bed and slept another four hrs! Each day and i slept like a log

I had two surveyors round last week and i heard the magic words that even though the damp is extensive, under the floorboards as well, nothing major needs spending except for drains and extractor fans and mould removal and open all the doors and windows and spring and summer will dry the place out, i could have kissed them but that would be weird lol, i dont have to rip out all the lower cupboards just empty them and let them dry

I had made an appt to discuss taking a lump sum out of my tiny pensions, i was that scared it would need a huge amount to fix that twatty room, i might take some anyway as it will need some kind of flooring, curtains and redecorating, my lovely sky blue wallpaper is mostly gone, i will go again with the same colour

Talk about stressful 13 months, it is never ending, sorry for the boring post lol

And breathe

Much love xx
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Definitely not a boring post.

And it’s good that what needs doing is hopefully not going to be as expensive as you thought.

Back to the Newcastle game…
 
They've given me an appointment to see an actual psychiatrist next week.

I guess this is a "significant moment".

I've pretty much decided that I have to leave this world as my existence has just become agony.
If I don't get what I think I need or want god knows what happens next.
I've told relatives that I'm not going to be around.
I don't think they are grasping how serious this is. Perhaps they think it's an empty "threat".
It's not as if I've said it before.
The thought of not being here is the only thing that gives me peace
 
PinkFinal said:
They've given me an appointment to see an actual psychiatrist next week.

I guess this is a "significant moment".

I've pretty much decided that I have to leave this world as my existence has just become agony.
If I don't get what I think I need or want god knows what happens next.
I've told relatives that I'm not going to be around.
I don't think they are grasping how serious this is. Perhaps they think it's an empty threat.
It's not as if I've said it before.
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Positive step! Try and sleep well knowing someone is going to try and help you.
 
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