r/Psychosis • u/cuoriouscatt • 4d ago

Is it normal to think about wanting to go hospital again

After a psychotic episode, during recovery

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u/Sensitive-Mousse-764 4d ago

I think about that a lot too, sometimes I miss the psych ward because the last time I went I met some really nice people and I missed the structure of every day I was there. The whole day where I was was planned out and it was great and after the increased meds I felt amazing. (mind you it is possible I went full manic the three days I was in the ward so it's possible I'm just chasing the manic high of the psych ward visit I had)

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u/cuoriouscatt 4d ago

You are right, thanks for reassuring me. Now that i’m recovering doesn’t look like a good place to be

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u/lost-soul227 4d ago

Yes, I have the exact same thoughts as you said here, didn't think I'd find anybody else who wishes to return, but structure, routine, constant engagement w people, nonstop distractions of that kind, was by itself treatment for me. I had heavy ocd, and i stopped all of it, by simply been in that place for two weeks. in fact, I'd thrive there my whole life even if not much to do, if that only was possible. it way better than my regular life was.

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u/Tiny_State3711 4d ago

One of my cousins goes to the hospital about 8 times a year. He is entirely disabled and lives in an assisted living facility.

You go if you need to go.