If you haven’t yet read On behalf of the mentally ill, a request for sensitivity, please do so, that you understand this diary and place it within the appropriate context.
NEW: A number of comments attached to this diary said the quoted bits in the body weren’t enough to warrant the response I and others had, and that we were being thin-skinned and too PC. I intentionally did not include the thread that was so hurtful and out of line; the thread had been HRd, the writer banned. In retrospect, that is exactly what I should have done. I hope that those who felt I was being over-sensitive and PC will read these and reconsider, and agree that this language doesn't belong at Daily Kos.
I'd also like to point out that the system for banning someone so abusive on the site worked very well in this case. A big thanks to the administrators.
UPDATE II: The actual comments
Please note that not all these responses were directed to me – I’ve highlighted those that were - but I’ve included others to illustrate the point. Nor have I included all that person's comments or those of other commentators involved in the thread.
You're clearly in need of therapy
by XXXXX on Fri Mar 06, 2009 at 01:32:07 AM EDT
Again. The therapy. That'd be a good move for you.
by XXXXX on Fri Mar 06, 2009 at 01:34:59 AM EDT
Seriously, you need therapy.
This isn't a joke. You actually need to see a psychiatrist.
These paranoid delusions of grandeur that you're nursing are literally insane.
by XXXXX on Fri Mar 06, 2009 at 02:24:50 PM EDT
Psychiatrist. You need one.
... Do you truly believe in your own paranoid delusions or is this a joke?
It's hard to imagine someone as crazy as yourself isn't already getting the treatment they need, but it's certainly possible.
by XXXXX on Fri Mar 06, 2009 at 02:26:22 PM EDT
You calling anyone batshit insane
is awfully rich. I hope you get the help you need before you hurt someone.
by XXXXX on Fri Mar 06, 2009 at 02:49:28 PM EDT
The paranoia is so thick. It's like pea soup.
Therapy, all around. I'm buying. Don't be ashamed of your problem, confront it!
by XXXXX on Fri Mar 06, 2009 at 03:31:12 AM EDT
What you said is of very little importance at this point, let me assure you.
The therapy suggestion doesn't seem to hold much promise.
Have you tried an exorcist?
by XXXXX on Fri Mar 06, 2009 at 04:22:58 AM EDT
They're nuts. [Referring to me, the diarist]
Their first comment in that thread was actually certifiably insane.
You both need psychotherapy. Possibly exorcisms.
by XXXXX on Fri Mar 06, 2009 at 03:06:37 PM EDT
Therapy for you
by XXXXX on Fri Mar 06, 2009 at 04:01:17 AM EDT
As I said in my comment below,
I've never made a secret of my mental illness, the profound impact it has had on my life, and the struggles I have dealing with my disability. Your frequent slings of "seek therapy" are ignorant and insulting.
by sboucher on Fri Mar 06, 2009 at 04:06:11 AM EDT
Then that makes sense.
I'm not making light of the fact that you need help.
I think you honestly need therapy.
Not a healthy mind at work.
So yes, seek more help. Much more. That's my advice.
by XXXXX on Fri Mar 06, 2009 at 04:09:42 AM EDT
Did you just say what I think you did!?
by sboucher on Fri Mar 06, 2009 at 04:11:13 AM EDT
That you're mentally unbalanced?
I thought that's what YOU were saying?
But I definitely agree with your diagnosis
.
And it was pretty clear in your first insane comment.
by XXXXX on Fri Mar 06, 2009 at 04:14:30 AM EDT
I said I have mental illness.
That includes brain damage from injury. You are so simplistic in your cruelty to suggest I'm mentally imbalanced -- which I never said I was. Despite my disability, I'm still able to recognize unbridled bigotry and hatred, no matter who you fling your venom at - teh joos, teh gays, teh disabled.
You are vile and won't be missed.
by sboucher on Fri Mar 06, 2009 at 04:23:10 AM EDT
I'm not suggesting it.
I'm telling you.
You're mentally unbalanced. Your first comment to my initial one in this thread is crazy time.
Koo-Koo bananas time. Seek more help, or medication.
Try an exorcist. Something.
by XXXXX on Fri Mar 06, 2009 at 04:25:00 AM EDT
Alright, I'll have sympathy on your
poor beleaguered mind.
You don't sound like you've got much left.
G'night bananas.
by XXXXX on Fri Mar 06, 2009 at 04:30:53 AM EDT
I think you may officially be the craziest Jew
I've ever known. I could save you some sanity if I could convince you you're paranoia is running rabid, but I don't think you're able to hear much at this point.
Or rather, maybe I don't. Maybe if you deplete your sanity in this quest of yours, you won't bother me in the future.
Anyway, g'luck. The Truth is out there!
by XXXXX on Fri Mar 06, 2009 at 04:40:22 AM EDT
What compels people to hang out here
in order to feel wanted? That's the more important question.
Your therapist can help you with it. Maybe you and your friend can share time and go halvsies?
by XXXXX on Fri Mar 06, 2009 at 04:16:36 AM EDT