Posted by Dr. Bob on September 14, 2008, at 16:27:47
In reply to Re: deputies having information/acting, posted by Partlycloudy on September 9, 2008, at 14:56:43
> I had the experience of being on chat at a time when another participant was actively suicidal. The members of the community who were also on chat at the same time expected me to take action, and told me so. ... Things turned out OK that time, but I was frustrated by the expectations ... of me as a deputy, and my inability to have any real consequence
That's a tough situation. Under stress, people can feel helpless and turn to an authority figure. And expect a lot from them!
Bob
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