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Daniel is found. As I sat here wondering what else I could do I thought of calling the hospital. Sure enough he was listed as a inpatient in Psych. They put me through to the ward. Contact said he had asked that family not be notified and told them I was on holidays. Apparently he was admitted after calling 911. That's all I know but much relief. As I was on phone calling RCMP to cancel missing person my cell rang. It was the officer assigned to case who had also just located Dan in hospital. Thanks everyone for your support during this time.
 
Thank goodness he asked for help. That's a very good thing. Glad he has been found. Hoping for a good recovery for him.
 
So good to hear that he has been found Tabitha. I am glad that he sought help when he needed it and that he is ok and getting the help he needs. Still keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers.
 
We need help for these kids. While I shared Tabitha's worry (I've met Dan), a 14 year old boy in this neighbourhood took his life. His sister was a school friend of Granddaughter who often played at their house and knew her friend's pesty little brothers. She's taking it hard.
Prayers and concern for all families dealing with mental health issues - children, teens, young adults.
Thank goodness he called 911 and got help.
Anyone out there who is suffering - there is help. Call a suicide hot line, call 911, call somebody. Get help!
 
Both of my kids struggle a great deal at times. Their background is a bit of a genetic nightmare of crazy; they've both received a variety of diagnoses over the years. The resources are very inadequate, especially as soon as one leaves the major metropolitan areas; I spent endless days and dollars travelling down the highway to Toronto to access the better teen resources there. Things are no better for seniors, in fact, except that they get drugged into submission so that it's not as noticeable.

Orientation (both my kids identify as bi-) and gender identity issues just add an extra layer to an already difficult situation. I am most thankful for my particular congregation over the years, as it has been fiercely protective and proactive when it comes to its inclusiveness to teens.
 
Tabitha - what a relief that you know he is safe in hospital. Hopefully you can touch base with social work tomorrow to let them know you want to help (if ur comfortable).

I would think that if he's coming home you should be included in his discharge plan.

You may want to consider sending me a care package (a new shirt, a magazine, a few dollars for vending machines or treats) - boredom is very hard in psych wards. It would let him know gently that you were thinking of him.
 
Oh and Tabitha I hope you get some care too - this is likely really hard on you especially with your other worries
 
He knows I've called the ward but has said no to talking to me today. I think no care packages until I speak to him. He has asked staff not to disclose info to me.
 
Tabitha said:
He knows I've called the ward but has said no to talking to me today. I think no care packages until I speak to him. He has asked staff not to disclose info to me.
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How frustrating. My step-son has not told us about his help either. At least he's safe.
 
Safe is good. Getting regular medication and meals is good. A change in hospital policy tho is needed to prevent un-necessary anguish and un=necessary use of police resources. How about a phone call to room-mates/landlord and one to work when a patient is admitted? Even just one saying Joe Smoe is under medical treatment and will be absent until further notice.
 
Tabitha said:
Safe is good. Getting regular medication and meals is good. A change in hospital policy tho is needed to prevent un-necessary anguish and un=necessary use of police resources. How about a phone call to room-mates/landlord and one to work when a patient is admitted? Even just one saying Joe Smoe is under medical treatment and will be absent until further notice.
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My nephew recently had a manic episode and was hospitalized. His mm other was considered part of the team. I believe he got better care as a result. I do understand the need for confidentiality and that some families cause more problems. At the same time, people get better w b end they have good supports. There needs to be a way to involve those supports.
 
Oh Tabitha - I was so relieved to read this news. I too had that spectre of suicide on my mind. I hope and pray that he will receive the help he is seeking, to get him through this obviously challenging time. Hugs to you, mom. Patience for the journey.
 
I hope he finds peace from whatever it is depresses him ... it is a personal search and few can assist ... ethereal personas .. or characters right out there ... been there don that although there are individuals that do not believe in "out-there" experiences ... a beyond the self syndrome ... tis a discomforting thing until discovered to be temporal!
 
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