Reapentence
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- Feb 28, 2019
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After a failed suicide attempt, what are the best things you can say/do to give you a better chance of getting out of being hospitalised? For example, how would you answer "Why did you do it?" etc.
Don't talk about having a plan, thinking about suicide, self-harm, ever doing drugs, being depressed and other stuff that makes you sound unstable.
I would probably say that I acted on impulse and don't really want to die, because there is so much to live for etc.. Although I do think it is very likely to get admitted, even if it's just for a short period of time. But I guess, it depends on where you're located.
The thing is, I worry that if I say I acted on impulse, they will think I am an impulsive person so it won't take much for me to get angry and do it again. However, if I say I planned it out, that shows serious intent. You can't win!!
I didn't say that one made any difference --though to be fair, she didn't do any harm, either-- but she had every opportunity to have me sectioned had she wanted to, and instead chose to give me the reply that allowed her to not section me. I think that counts in her favor.@TiredHorse The therapists I met never made a difference there, but it is probably worth a shot.
I didn't say that one made any difference --though to be fair, she didn't do any harm, either-- but she had every opportunity to have me sectioned had she wanted to, and instead chose to give me the reply that allowed her to not section me. I think that counts in her favor.
Anyway, drawing the distinction between wanting to die and wanting to not exist might not work for everyone, but it's a good card to keep in the deck.
Yes, that is a good first step haha. But unless you have access to N or firearms, you cannot be 100% sure your plan will work. I will be using SN, which is in it's early days at the moment as a method so I have to plan for all outcomes.Have a plan that isnt likely to fail in the first place...
This.It also helps if you have someone advocating for you, like a family member (especially a parent). They can talk them out of admitting you and reassure the staff that they will look after you for the time being and that you will be "safe" to return home.