On 14th October 2014 I awoke feeling like I had woken with the worst hangover imaginable. I looked around and had no idea where I was or who these strange people were around me. I walked in a daze to a locked door and was eventually allowed to eat something that resembled breakfast. Yes, I was sectioned. This was for my own safety and just like police custody the staff ensured there were no means available for me to take my own life.
It began in 2009 when I was crippled with anxiety and a sense of worthlessness, fear, and shear heartache after finding out my father had been having an affair for a number of years behind my mum’s back. I was the one who found out. I was the one who kept it from my mother for 3 weeks, until one night I couldn't cope with the guilt. I broke down crying hysterically as I told my amazing, beautiful, strong and courageous mother that her husband of 24 years, had been having an affair.
Sophie and Abbie both lost family members to suicide, and in this video they talk about their experience of the stigma around suicide and mental illness, how it has affected them, and how they would like to see a more open and supportive attitude to mental health.
Watch their video:
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Can someone please take me to hospital?