I’m 18 years old and suffering with anxiety, depression and isolation. I been to 4 ER’s in the last month to get help, but get sent home because they can’t do anything. I’ve been without a med for a month now, suffering from not having it due to insurance not approving it. They did yesterday, so now I wait to get it on Monday. My family comes tomorrow so now I have to isolate in my room all day tomorrow till family leaves. My psych can’t do anything till the 23rd and my case worker can’t do anything/ won’t because I’m not suicidal at all. So I’m hopeless. Idk what to do. I’m up till 4 am every night for a month due to high anxiety. But idk what to do till Monday. I have to go now.
Help Yourself
- Thank you for reaching out. It takes a lot of courage to ask for help.
- First, have you considered looking up walk-in clinics in your area? These clinics specialize in mental health and they provide someone to talk as well as have a Dr on premises if a prescription is needed.
- Below are some contacts/ resources that you can use if you feel like you need immediate help
Crisis Textline
Available 24/7
Support to all individuals in crisis
Text “HOME” to 741741
www.crisistextline.org
National Suicide Hotline
Available 24/7
Helps individuals in suicidal crisis with support.
Counselors are also available 24/7 DIAL or TEXT 988 or CHAT at 988lifeline.org. from your phone or by visiting their website at www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org.
In order to reach the National Suicide Hotline you DIAL or TEXT 988 or CHAT at 988lifeline.org.
DO NOT put in the old number. The information above is correct and it is National. It does not matter in which state you live.
In the Meantime
- What coping skills have you found to use to help yourself when you’re feeling out of sorts that don’t include your medication. You may want to look at these and find some things to get yourself to the 23rd. Do you have any hobbies/ interests that you can participate in right now? Art? Music? Sports?
- Sometimes sitting in isolation can makes thing more difficult. You may want to consider finding places to meet friends, talk or just be around others. Maybe even try talking to your family about what you’re going through. Do they have any ideas that could help?
- Sunshine and activity is actually a great mood lifter. Have you tried going outside and getting some vitamin D? Or maybe going for walk in the fresh air. While you’re doing it, pay attention to the things around you and pick out positive things you see.
- Most of all, be proud that you’re looking for help and trying to game plan ways to keep yourself safe and healthy. It’s not easy, but it is worth it!
