Tonight Is Going To Be A Good Night

Tonight is going to be a good night

This year I was admitted in MCare psychiatric hospital for my disorders after attempted suicide and two weeks in ICU. I couldn’t live the life with a disability anymore. After discharge from ICU I was admitted to MCare where specialists adapted my medication. It made me feel safe surrounded by other patients. Unfortunately, returning to the outside world, the stigma associated with psychiatric hospitals has deep historical roots and significant social implications. This stigma stems from a combination of historical mistreatment, societal misconceptions about mental illness, and the portrayal of psychiatric facilities in media and popular culture. Addressing this stigma is crucial for improving mental health care and encouraging individuals to seek the help they need.

Historically, psychiatric hospitals were often places of last resort for individuals with severe mental illnesses. In the 19th and early 20th centuries, these institutions were frequently underfunded and overcrowded, leading to poor living conditions and inadequate care for patients. The lack of understanding about mental health during these times resulted in treatments that were often ineffective and, in many cases, harmful. Practices such as lobotomies, electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) without proper anaesthesia, and prolonged isolation were common, contributing to the perception of these hospitals as places of abuse and neglect. The impact of this stigma is profound. It can prevent individuals from seeking necessary treatment for mental health conditions, leading to worsening symptoms and reduced quality of life. Fear of being labelled as "crazy" or "insane" can lead to isolation and reluctance to discuss mental health issues with friends, family, or healthcare providers. Even those who do seek help may face discrimination in employment, housing, and social relationships due to the stigma associated with psychiatric care.