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I don't know about the UK, but in the US talking to people about this is likely to lead to losing your freedom (getting committed and losing other rights such a
by joesmo 11y ago
I don't know about the UK, but in the US talking to people about this is likely to lead to losing your freedom (getting committed and losing other rights such as gun ownership) so I'm not surprised that most people, men or women, avoid talking about this entirely, and certainly never with a "professional."
- DanBC 11y agoYes, people's fear of what MH treatment involves is one barrier that causes avoidable harm. Suicidal thinking covers a range of severity. In England you are unlikely to be detained in hospital against your will (detained under section of the mental health act; "sectioned") or admitted informally to a mental health hospital for suicidal thinking unless you're at the most severe end. This is partly because there is a lack of inpatient beds, but also because inpatient treatment isn't suitable for many people and you should get better results from outpatient treatment. (Although there are pressures there too). There is anonymous support available from the Samaritans or CALMZone. Or you could see your GP, who would probably (hopefully) refer you to your local crisis team or MH gateway team.