| We are born with the abilty to take our own lives , Millions of people each year make that choice , Even in soicietys where it is illegeal or taboo. For many people who feel suicidal there seems to be no other way out. Death describes their world at that moment , and the strength of their suicidal feelings should not me Under- Estimated. They are real and powerful and there are no magic cures. Suicide is often a permantant soloution to a temporary problem. When we are depressed we tend to see things through the very narrow perspective of the present moment. A week or a month later things may look completly different. Most people who once thought about killing themselves or attempted suicide are glad to be alive they wanted to escape the feelings and not actually die. The most Inportant step is to get HELP NOW Don't cope with these feelings alone talk to someone. Talk to your family and friends. Go talk to your Doctor. Get in contact with a Befriender they are trained volunteers who offer a listening advice there are a non- judgemental service for people in crisis. |
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| In the UK if you need to talk to someone in confidence, You can call the Samaritans on 08457 90 90 90. If you're in the Republic of Ireland call 1850 90 60 60. They are avaliable 24 hours of the day so you can call at any time of the day or night. If you prefer you can send an email to [email protected] you can click the link above to email us straight away. You will get a reply within 24 hours of us recieving your email. Alternatively you can write to your local branch , or drop into your local branch to talk go to www.samaritans.org for more details. |
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| Suicide and Depression |