Serious question... what would others do about a person here who seems to be in mental health crisis but doesn't engage? I guess there's nothing really, but I feel bad just scrolling by.
@rpardee I can't quite bring myself to mute but I probably will soon. Not a bad person, we just feel helpless I think. xx
@Florence I actually responded to one of the posts (just casually, responded to the substance). No reply. So she may not be processing input at the moment.
@rpardee Yes, I think you're right. It's troubling though.
@poemblaze @rpardee It appears to be a serious problem and I just worry for them. Paranoia creates fear and whether real or not, can end very badly if the person's not able to get help. Sorry, I just worry.
@poemblaze @rpardee I haven't muted. It seems to go through phases. Loads of short toots, then nothing, then loads of short toots.
@poemblaze @rpardee It's difficult, isn't it.
@Florence Talk to them, ask a few questions... if they don't respond and aren't willing to share just let them know you're there if they need someone to talk to. That's what I do. 🤔 It's tough because not everyone in mental health crisis will open up to someone, especially someone they consider a stranger.
@Brisse z they won't engage. With anyone.
@Florence Then it's probably best to leave it be, let them try and handle it themselves. 🤷♂️ If you think it's more serious than that, then the next step is probably to report it to J. But normally here when I'm having issues and post about them, so many people offer help it's overwhelming.
@Brisse This appears to be a psychosis of some type and I'm just concerned for them. It's hard to reach out if you don't realise you have a problem - which people in these moments or situations, often do not.
@Florence Mhmm... I've been working with NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) for over 10 years. Like I said, if you think it's a serious matter report it to J.
@Brisse Yes. You're probably right.
@Florence if no response given, nothing you can do, simply mute and move on
sounds asshole-ish but your own mental health comes first
@Florence Heh--I think I know just who you mean. I muted the account, but I'm possibly a bad person. :(