Posted by JadeKelly on November 28, 2008, at 23:08:39
In reply to rehab for self injury? severe mental illness, posted by dondon on November 25, 2008, at 11:44:02
> Is there any rehab centers for people who are injured due to drug overdoses? I tried to kill myself by taking several bottles of cough syrup.
> I was seriously injured(liver, kidney, pancreas damage) My stomach and bowels are messed up as well.Hi dondon,
Depending where you live, I would find the best hospital you can get to, make an appt with the appropriate specialty (tell the receptionist what you told us, you'll probably get in a lot quicker) so that you will understand the extent of your injuries, how to not injure yourself again (even by accident), and find out what treatment, if any, would be helpful at this time, or in the future. If you have done all this, and your Doc's feel you need a rehab situation, ask for a referral.
Ideally, this Hospital has a psychiatric wing that you can coordinate services with at the same time. Or a referral to a good Psychologist and psychiatrist. If not, ask around for a recommendation or at the very least, call a hotline that can put you in touch with local psychiatric help. Remember though not to take meds or drink anything that could harm you further in the mean time.
I'm so sorry you are/were feeling so bad. Please find good Psych doctors as soon as you can. I know its hard to do when you feel so bad but you deserve and need help right now so don't wait! And in the mean time, be nice to yourself, please.
Things WILL get better. Just get the help you need dondon.~Jade
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