u/Rose_Davies2026

Hi everyone,

So, I overdosed on sleeping pills last Wednesday morning and practically slept until early Friday morning. I felt unwell for the remainder of that day but recovered relatively quickly. I just wanted to sleep, but I wouldn't have been too bothered if I didn't wake up.

I just don't know if I should tell my therapist about it tomorrow. He already knows I'm actively suicidal and I did spend two weeks in a psychiatric hospital a month ago.

I'm mainly worried that he may leave me or refer me out if he found out I went ahead with an actual attempt.

Hi everyone,

So, I'm 26 and going to commence my psychology degree full-time next year.

At the moment, I don't know if I should work full-time or part-time. I work in healthcare administration.

I completed my BA while studying and working full-time. I ended up hospitalised for 3 weeks owing to malnutrition and severe exhaustion throughout it.

As a psychology qualification will take at least 6 years, I would rather complete it as soon as I can and would prefer to do it full-time.

Just wondering what everyone else is doing? I really don't know what would be the best option at the moment.

Hi everyone,

So, I overdosed on sleeping pills last Wednesday morning and practically slept until early Friday morning. I felt unwell for the remainder of that day but recovered relatively quickly. It wasn't a suicide attempt - I just wanted to sleep - but I wouldn't have been too bothered if I didn't wake up.

I just don't know if I should tell my therapist about it tomorrow. I'm worried he's likely going to call an ambulance or police if he found out.

Hi everyone,

Just wondering if anyone else struggles to apply for jobs everyday?

I often apply with 5 - 10 high applications per day but some days I struggle to find "suitable" jobs. So far, I often receive between 4 - 7 interviews per week.

Hi everyone,

Just wondering how long it takes for your medication to start working?

I was on Lexapro for 2 months and it had no effect.

I was put on Quetiapine, Risperidone, Fluvoxamine and Promethazine at a psychiatric hoapital 6 weeks ago and still haven't noticed any improvement. I'm in the process of getting a referral back to the psychiatrist that I saw at the hospital.

In the meantime, I was just wondering how long it takes medication to work for you all?

Hi everyone,

Just wondering if anyone plans on what they want to talk about each session, or do you just speak in the moment?

I always have ideas on what I want to talk about but struggle with picking up the courage to bring certain matters up.

Hi everyone,

Just wondering how many jobs you're all applying for per day?

I'm looking for healthcare administrative work and usually apply for 5 jobs per day, although this can increase up to 10 jobs depending on what appears on Seek and other career websites.

I'm trying to apply for a specific sector of healthcare that is in alignment with my studies and so far I have managed to receive a number of interviews.

Just wondering what everyone else is doing?

Hi everyone,

So, I know this is just my BPD talking but I am so worried my therapist is going to leave me.

I have been seeing him since February and he has so far been the only person I have been able to open up to. However, I'm constantly over analysing every body language and everything he says and now I have convinced myself that he's going to leave me even though he has made no suggestion that he is doing so.

I feel as though I should probably tell him about these thoughts as they're occupying my thoughts almost all day and get so stressed simply thinking about it all. I'm scared to tell him because I'm worried about his answer.

Hi everyone,

I'm just in a really depressive state right now and really don't want to do anything other than lay in bed, cry or watch films I loved as a child - not sure what thats all about.

Anyhow, I'm currently unemployed but am starting a new job in the next few weeks so that is one positive in all this.

I just really don't know what to do. I see my psychologist once a week and he has been really helpful, but it's another 6 days until I see him next. I usually go to karate 3 times a week, but for the past few weeks I've been struggling to go at all. I don't know if I should just push myself out of the house or simply allow myself a few days to bed rot.

Hi everyone,

So, I had a really difficult session yesterday.

I really wanted to discuss my increased suicidal ideation, depression and general anxiety. As I'm severely introverted, I'm really bad at bringing up things I want to discuss.

Anyhow, my psychologist spent most of the session discussing something else entirely - still completely relevant, just not particularly imperative. It was only when I started crying during the last five minutes did we slightly discuss what I initially needed to discuss.

I just don't know what I should do next week. I feel terrible for crying and guilty that I probably wasted both our times. I'm not sure how to mention what I want to talk about at the start of sessions.

Hi everyone,

I'm just in a really depressive state right now and really don't want to do anything other than lay in bed, cry or watch films I loved as a child - not sure what thats all about.

Anyhow, I'm currently unemployed but am starting a new job in the next few weeks so that is one positive in all this.

I just really don't know what to do. I see my psychologist once a week and he has been really helpful, but it's another 6 days until I see him next. I usually go to karate 3 times a week, but for the past few weeks I've been struggling to go at all. I don't know if I should just push myself out of the house or simply allow myself a few days to bed rot.

Hi everyone,

So, I really don't feel safe by myself at the moment and I think I need somewhere to stay safe.

I have an appointment with my psychologist tomorrow and I think I'm going to ask him to call for an ambulance.

For those who have been through this before, how does this process usually go? I don't know if he will have to wait with me until either an ambulance/police arrive, or if I'll just have to sit in the waiting room. I'll be his last patient of the day and I feel guilty if he will have to stay behind after work.

I live in Australia as well if this helps.

Hi everyone,

So, I've been offered a job yesterday and also have a few interviews for other jobs next week as well. They're good jobs and I do want them but I just don't know what to do at the moment.

I've been dealing with chronic depression, insomnia and active suicidal ideation for a while now and it is very likely that I'm going to be facing another inpatient admission soon. I just don't know if I should accept the job and simply hope I'll get better.

I'm fortunate that I don't need to pay rent anymore and that I'm quite lucky that I generally receive 5 - 7 interview offers per week. As such, I'm not too concerned about my chances of getting a job, but naturally, I don't want to leave it too long.

Hi everyone

Just wondering if anyone has ever managed to book an urgent session with their therapist?

Whenever I call a crisis line they usually recommend booking an urgent session. The problem is, my psychologist is usually quite booked out - one reason why I book weekly appointments in advance.

On the off chance I forget to book in advance, I was wondering what's the best way to go about booking an urgent appointment? Do you all call up the practice and state the urgency?

Hi everyone,

I'm absolutely mortified! I passed out in my psychologist's office today.

I haven't slept for the previous 6 nights and haven't been able to eat for 4 days. Anyhow, I was obviously exhausted and emotional. I had a severe panic attack, began hyperventilating and passed out. I woke up on the floor with my psychologist placing me in the recovery position.

Just wondering if anyone else has passed out in their therapist's office? I could really use some comfort right now.

Hi everyone,

So, I haven't slept for almost 6 nights - I have an appointment with a specialist in a few weeks. I'm quite exhausted but still able to function to a reasonable extent.

I have a job interview tomorrow morning and really don't know what to do. This was the only day the recruiting team was available.

Just wondering if anyone has any advice on how to make myself more alert and awake? I doubt I'll get the job but it's worth a shot.

Hi everyone,

So, I really feel as though I need to cry but can't seem to do so. The tears aren't coming naturally but I know it will be a relief when they do.

Just wondering if anyone has any advice on how to make yourself cry? I'm open to anything at the moment.

Hi everyone,

Does anyone else often cry when severely sleep deprived?

I often goes days without sleep - longest ever was 6 nights with no sleep - and can usually function. However, when it gets beyond the fourth day I find myself considerably emotional and usually start crying.

Just wondering if anyone else finds themselves crying or emotional as well?

Hi everyone,

Just wondering if anyone has any advice for how to "refresh" yourself when you're severely sleep deprived?

I often struggle to sleep for days at a time (I've spoken to my GP and have a referral for a specialist) and usually can fresh myself by drinking a glass of cold water with electrolytes or drinking coffee.

Just wondering if anyone has any other suggestions?

Hi everyone,

Just wondering how often you all attend therapy?

I have been with my psychologist since February and attend sessions once a week.