After another bout of #MajorDepressiveDisorder thought patterns, #Selfharm and #SuicidalIdeation I started to self-isolate. I eventually managed to ask for help and was referred to a mental well-being rehabilitation clinic by my psychiatrist. Protocol due to the pandemic, upon arrival, patient is put in isolation and a #covid-19 test is taken. After waiting 2 weeks for an opening, I got ready and completed the admission process, looking forward to the support, and understanding and people going through the same struggles can relate . The help I so desperately need. Six hours after being admitted, my test results came back. I tested positive for COVID-19. The only person in the household who didn't leave the house, barely left my room.

I am now on day 7 of 14 days of self isolation at home. I am not coping very well at this stage and the thought of another 7 days being alone, trapped in my head with my catastrphising thought patterns, depression and anxiety is taking it's toll... I feel like the fire hydrant on fire.

#Selfharm
#SuicidalIdeation
#MajorDepressiveDisorder
#GeneralizedAnxietyDisorder
#ParentingWithAnIllness