What do I do if I think I need to go to a mental hospital?

If you’re in crisis, you can call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK or text “MHA” to 741-741 to talk to a trained counselor from Crisis Text Line. For a longer-term solution, you can schedule an appointment with a therapist or talk to your doctor about trying a medication.

How do I voluntarily commit myself to a mental hospital?

If you would like to be admitted as a voluntary patient, you can try the following.

1. Speak to someone in your community mental health team (CMHT), if you have one.
2. Contact your local crisis team.
3. Contact your GP.
4. Go to the Accident and Emergency (A&E) department of a local hospital.

Can I admit myself to a mental hospital Canada?

There are two ways that you or your relative with a mental health concern can be admitted into the hospital for care: Admission as a voluntary patient: this means the person with a mental health concern comes to the hospital willingly to get treatment.

How long are stays in mental hospitals?

The average length of stay in a psychiatric hospital now, is about two to three weeks. Many people worry about – what’s it going to be like with the other people in hospital. For many people, having a mental health problem can be quite isolating.

Is a psych ward free in Canada?

Treatment from a psychiatrist or GP is covered by public health insurance (such as OHIP in Ontario), and will not cost you anything.

What is the best mental health facility in Canada?

On November 14, 2019, Research Infosource released its 2019 rankings of Canada’s top 40 research hospitals.

When should I go to hospital for mental health?

“Self-harm, suicidal or homicidal thoughts are very clear-cut cases where you should go to the emergency room. And if you are experiencing severe physical manifestations of a mental health condition, anything that is a threat to bodily function or well-being, that’s a good time to go, too,” he says.