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alizadk t1_iuunqcx wrote

There are several previous threads on this subject. This is the most recent: https://www.reddit.com/r/washingtondc/comments/wqojib/emergency_mental_health_services/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=android_app&utm_name=androidcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button

(Figured this was faster in an emergency than waiting for people to reply, especially as many may be asleep).

Good luck!

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Camdc1234 t1_iuuxn9o wrote

Do not go to psychiatric institute of Washington. Google the news stories, it is not safe. I took my friend there for a voluntary admission and it was a nightmare.

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rachs1988 t1_iuxp1xn wrote

Wow, the Google reviews are heartbreaking.

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SirSqueekers t1_iv1azv1 wrote

Yep. I know someone who went there for detox. Bad experience and definite abuse and neglect at the least but also unsafe and potentially violent situations. So sad.

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Ineedacatscan t1_iuvtofd wrote

I’m of no help here. But best wishes….

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rachs1988 t1_iuxowe3 wrote

If you are ever in immediate crisis before getting to a treatment facility, 988 is the new national suicide and crisis hotline.

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marzgirl99 t1_iuyxq66 wrote

MedStar Washington Hospital Center has a psych unit. I haven’t heard much about it though. The only downside I know of is the ER wait times.

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