obsessive thoughts

I Was Baker Acted and Received a Bill From a Mental Health Center?

...  by Lorraine: I was Baker acted and received a bill from a mental health center? I was Baker acted by a cop and spent 12 miserable hours in a mental health facility. I called a mental health help line because I suffer from obsessive thoughts and panic disorder and the cops came to my house and took me in, even after I said I would be alright. I am just furious–it’s for $ 1450.00 for 12 hours of “treatment” against my will. What will happen if I don’t pay it. I am unemployed and live in Florida. Best answer: Read ...

How Long Would It Take to Diagnose Bipolar Disorder or Manic Depression?

Question by Meredith: How long would it take to diagnose Bipolar Disorder or Manic Depression? I am a nineteen year old female and I’m fairly certain I may be bipolar. I have the family history and “symptoms” to support this, however I know the dangers of self-diagnosing so I have opted to see a psychiatrist. My appointment is tomorrow, but I was just wondering if he will diagnose me after one session, or if it will take multiple sessions before he diagnoses me. I know that I will have to seek prolonged treatment if I am in fact bipolar, but I’m just curious as to how long it will take for him to come to a conclusion, whether it be Bipolar Disorder or something else. Read more... ...

Do You Have Any of These Mental Illnesses?

...  by irritatedteen: Do you have any of these mental illnesses? I was wondering how many of you have these mental illnesses: -Depression -Eating Disorder -Anxiety -Anger Problems -Bipolar or if anyone has these symptoms: -Nightmares/problems falling asleep -Obsessive thoughts What are your ways of coping if you have any of these. I am doing a research paper about mental illnesses. Besides that, I also have depression, anxiety, and anger problems. Best answer: Answer by MotzieI have depression…and Im starting to wonder about bi-polar…..idk maybe not. I also have obsessive thoughts. Read ...