I want to tell my psychiatrist I planned to kill myself, but...?

Question

I'm worried about what the consequences may be. I planned my suicide by overdose of both my medications and I wrote a suicide note and instructions to my family to have a small funeral if they wish.

When it came down to it though, I couldn't do it. I haven't told anyone I almost did - I don't have anyone close enough.

I think I need to tell my psychiatrist who I also see for my OCD and Bipolar Disorder, perhaps he may be able to adjust the medications?

If I tell him, will I be hospitalized? I can't eat food that wasn't prepared at home by me and I'm terrified of contamination by germs so this would undoubtedly make my situation worse.

Does anyone know what would happen? I'm seeing him in a week's time (I only see him every month) and I need to make a decision. Thanks for reading, I'd appreciate any advice. x

Answer 1

It would be a good idea to tell them so they can help you, but they also may reccomend for you to be sectioned at worst. If you do decide to tell them, approach the situation carfully, maybe drop hints that your depressed before hand, and I also advise not to jump straight in telling them you have a plan, just say suicidal thoughts so they can still help you with it, just not get you locked up.

Answer 2

You should tell him. I had a similar experience, and told my doctor and they asked me if I thought I was a danger to myself and if I thought hospitalization would be wise. The doc will probably just alter your medication and want to see you more often. But you should definitely tell them, they need to know anything like that.

Answer 3

Tell him. That's he's there for.

Also, at your age, your medications may actually be making things worse, depending on what you're taking. He may want to adjust something.  

Answer 4

You know that you need to tell your psychiatrist. being afraid of eating food prepared elsewhere, while I understand is important to you, is a problem with a remedy and not a barrier to you getting treatment. Planning suicide is an extreme response and demands intervention. if you  have a week before you see him could you start now and prepare and freeze your own food to bring if you do need to be hospitalized? You might be able to have a grocery delivery bring you fresh food daily, you might be able to have a small dorm fridge in your room. Anyway, these are just ideas to share about the food end. Let yourself feel the relief of sharing with your psychiatrist how deep your pain is and how desperate you have felt and begin getting the help and support you need. Good luck to you.

Answer 5

"I couldn't do it"

Why not?  This is the most important thing to think about. Maybe just thinking about it is enough to relieve your pain.  This will probably always be the case. Talk with you doctor about why you did not kill yourself. Be proud that you didn't.

Answer 6

Dear one, I am very happy that you did not go through with your plan of killing yourself.  Please do not worry about telling your doctor - he needs to know this to help you get better.  Perhaps he needs to adjust your medication.   Life is a gift and has a purpose for every one of us.  Be well and take care of yourself.

Answer 7

HI,

It's important that you tell your psychiatrist what you planned to do. They can't help unless they know what's going on. I have been in a similar situation on a number of occasions over the six years, since I was only a couple of years older than  you. I was taken in to hospital four times, but the majority of occasions I told them I wanted to kill myself I wasn't.

If it's the case that going into a hospital would perhaps make you worse then you need to say so. This will reduce the possibility that it will happen. A common alternative is a member of what's called a Home Treatment Team coming out to see you each day for a set period of time to make sure you're ok. If you don't want to see them at your house then you could arrange to meet them somewhere else. This service isn't available in all areas, however. But you can ask your doctor about it.

I understand completely that going into hospital is a dauting experience, but if you life is in immediate danger then perhaps it might not be a bad idea. Being around people who are in similar situations can really help with the feeling of lonliness and isolation that comes with depression.

If you are taken into hospital then make sure you ask what your status is. i.e. are you a voluntary or involuntary patient. If you are voluntary that mean that you can leave without needing permission.

You should also ask about the possibility of seeing a Community Psychiatric Nurse (CPN). He/she can provide therapy to help you deal with the problems you are having. Maybe group therapy would also be an option.

I hope everything goes well! Good luck

s_v

Answer 8

You would not be hospitalized unless they thought you were really serious . Please tell him though so he can do what is best for you. I hope you feel better soon.

Answer 9

you probably wont be hospitalized if he doesn't think you're still in danger. maybe he'll just make your appointments more regular, like every week. but you do need to tell him. good luck. x

Answer 10

deff dont tell the phsycyatrist.

i thionk h**l try to put u in the nut house because "your a danger to yourself"

dont tell him

but dont kill yourself b.c youll regret it/

Answer 11

From some experiences I have had, with telling people I was going to kill myself or wanted to was having a change in medication, or going to a mental hospital for a week at most.

Don't worry about being hospitalized, for me it was best thing that I ever had happen.

I hope I helped.

:)

Answer 12

First congratulations, you choose life over death. thats a big deal. So yes I think you should tell your Dr. I think its important to your recovery not to hold anything back. and I think you should be very proud that you didn't do it. Took a lot of guts to hang in there.

Do you still want to hurt yourself? If not then no I don't think you would be committed.

Answer 13

The advice that I give to others - and am giving to you - is to ring the Samaritans - 08457 909090.  You'll be able to ask them all the things you've asked here without having to wait for an answer.  You don't have to be suicidal at the time either.

Answer 14

I can relate, having a very dear friend feel the same recently.

I will say this:

       Before making any decisions, talk to your doctor, who will make any necessary adjustments to your mediaction, but remember, suicide is never the way. I am always here if you need to talk to someone. I doubt you will be hospitalised. They can't hospitalise you if you don't want to go.

x

Answer 15

you might not be hospitalised, they will only section you off if you really are a threat to your self, i was suicidal and telling them i want to but they didn't section me of, just tell him because he will help you and in 5 years time you will be glad you never did

Answer 16

No, you won't be hospitalised as you have already been assessed as being Bipolar with OCD. Yes, he will definitely adjust your medication but you must be 100% truthful with your symptoms/feelings for him to prescribe the correct dose.

Sometimes it helps talking things over with people with the same disorder/s. Have you tried joining a forum ... it does help to talk.

http://www.bipolar4all.co.uk/

http://www.dbsalliance.org/site/PageServ...

http://health.dir.groups.yahoo.com/dir/H...

http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/OCD...

http://www.ocdforums.org/

Good luck and remember millions of people have these disorders so call on them for support when you need it. x

Answer 17

I'm glad you didn't.

If you're still feeling mentally unstable, it would probably be wise to tell him. I'm not sure what the outcome would be though :(