Posted by Dr. Bob on January 21, 2006, at 17:47:34
In reply to Re: change to FAQ » Dr. Bob, posted by Dinah on January 20, 2006, at 23:32:25
> Ok, but since the questions have already been asked, can you answer them publicly? It's a new policy, and I'd like to know the permutations.
>
> You've always been clear on wanting to administrate publicly so that others can learn.OK, here are some hypothetical examples:
> I'm so upset that I want to OD.
> I'm thinking about jumping off buildings. These thoughts are in my head, but I don't want to die.Those I think I'd see as posting about suicidality without treating it lightly.
> People here are making me very upset and making me want to OD.
> Dr. Bob wants me dead again.Those I don't think I'd see as treating it lightly, either, but could lead others to feel accused or be jumping to conclusions.
> It's fun to think of ODing.
> Hmmm...just for the heck of it I think I'll learn to tie a noose.
> I really don't want to write my exam, I think I'll take an OD.
> I think it would be a good idea to OD so people will take me seriously. ODing is a very bad and serious thing.And those I think I'd see as treating it lightly.
I hope that helps,
Bob
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