Piglet, I agree with you on the trust thing. I was never really honest with my last psychiatrist either, bc I didn't trust her. She really didn't understand my history.. and any time I went into the hospital, it was bc I chose to or reached out to my counselor or good friend for support in going. Important thing is to have someone you can be straight with.

Canucklady, your doctor is there is be supportive and provide medical insight. She can't make you do anything. Believe me, I can appreciate the fear of being vulnerable... Also, many people struggle with suicidal thoughts... A true professional should not freak if his or her patient expresses suicidal ideation. It's when there is a plan (ie. how one would act on thos thoughts) that concern for a patient's safety comes in to play. Practicing being immediate can help you not so feel isolated (feel crazy, alone, like a freak, etc) with the feelings you are struggling with.

If it is not your doctor upfront, so be it. But it needs to be someone who can help support you in making a healthy decision. Perhaps your counselor can help build that bridge with your doctor.


If and when you do go to the hospital for inpatient support, your doctor can be instrumental in working with the hospital staff in developing and fine- tunning your treatment plan. Please don't let your pride/fear prevent you from getting the support available to you.