Psych ward?

Question

I am planning to go to a psychiatric hospital tomorrow morning as my depression is very bad. I haven't really left my bed in 3 days and I'm just out of it. I am not suicidal and I am on medication for all my diagnosis. I just feel like I hit a low and my medication isn't helping get me out of it. My bf has been mad since I mentioned going and my mom says it's pointless and that I should just suck it up and get over it. I have no support with this but I honestly feel like it's something I need to do. 
Does anyone have any advice or want to tell me about their experience in a ward?

I don't need any hateful comments. Keep them to yourselves.

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I just want to say that it takes great strength to seek help. So do remember that and realise that there are others out there who will be able to provide some support for you.

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I've been a ward 3 times. In all honesty, I have nothing bad to say. I got a lot of help. There's so much support. People who understand you and care for you. I have good memories and it helped me heal and it's safe to say without the help I got, I wouldn't be where I am today.

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Hi, sweetheart. I was in a psychiatric hospital for 9 days in January after a suicide attempt. I didn't want to go but it was a life changing experience. I definitely feel like you should do what's best for you. It's a very mature thing for you to be able to check yourself in because the entire situation can be frightening and intimidating. But taking care of your metal health is imperative. You'll have psychiatrists and psychologists there to help you find a treatment plan that's best for you since your medication alone is no longer cutting it. I pray for nothing but the best for you. Get better soon! 😘

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My husband battles severe depression. He got to an all time low last month and was on the verge of being suicidal. He voluntarily went  to the hospital where the admitted him as an inpatient. He was there 8 days and it was the best thing he could have ever done for himself. They got his meds all straightened out and new ones added. He had intensive therapy every day and he says he does not regret going. It has made him a better dad and husband and although he's not 100% better he can at least function now.

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That's an awful thing to say to someone with depression. You can't just suck it up. I also am battling with depression and I'm on meds for it too. If you feel you need to go, you should. I'm sorry you're feeling down and out of it. I've had those days too. Praying for you hun <3

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I commend you for getting the help you need. Your a very strong women. I hope u get the help you need to enjoy life. I wish you the best. Hugs.

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I was in a psych ward for 6 days because of postpartum depression on top of my usual depression, anxiety and PTSD. The doctors and nurses were nice and nonjudgmental, the patients were kind and we'd share our stories and dark secrets which felt really good to do. The food is hospital food, but it's alright. The beds were really comfy, nurses were readily available for one on one counseling whenever you needed it and a movie was always playing on the TV (mostly spider man and captain America lol). It was the best thing I could have done for my mental health and I'm glad I did it. There's no shame in having a mental illness and seeking help. If you had a broken arm you would go to the hospital for treatment instead of dealing with it yourself, right? Same thing. Best of luck to you!

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You do what you have to do to feel better. It's great that you are able to recognize your limits and know when it's time to get help. A lot of people don't have the strength or support or know how to get help. Depression can be a really scary thing. Hang in there. Hopefully your BF and mom will see that you need this and will be able to support you.

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You need to do what you feel is best for you. Don't let them tell you that shouldn't go if you feel you need to. It's great that you know that you need a little more help now. I hope you feel better soon and best of luck. 💙 hugs

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Go girl! Forget them. You're making this decision for yourself not them. As a child I went to the psych ward because I was extremely aggressive. I tell you that all the counseling and support has helped drastically.

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