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zentox
zentox

This is the first time I've tried something like this. Here goes nothing.


A loved one is very discontent with their life and has a plan for suicide within the next few years if they're still feeling the same. I'm not in a healthy mental state either but I want to help. Although, I don't know how. I've tried talking to them but everything I say is being refused. This situation does also affect me strongly so I don't know what to do. They don't care how the people that surrounds them will be affected. Please, anyone?   

Stormy13
Stormy13
Oh, this isn't good for any of you guys. I would recommend calling a suicide hotline to ask for advise or your Pastor, or doctor. I hope you reach out to professionals who know how to help.
MammaBear02
MammaBear02
What she said. We are here because we need help and support and/or because we have been there. We are not professionals.
robotnik
robotnik
https://everydayfeminism.com/2015/03/supporting-people-with-depression/

https://psychcentral.com/blog/9-best-ways-to-support-someone-with-depression/

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/depression/in-depth/depression/art-20045943
snflwrgrl
snflwrgrl
I’m so glad you reached out! :) Have you considered calling the National Suicide Prevention Hotline? It’s completely confidential and they may be able to give you the direction you so desperately need. I wish I had known my dear friend of five years was suicidal. I knew she struggled with a little depression from time to time but I had no idea to what extent until I received a call on December 13th of last year that she had hung herself. :’( It has left so many of us devastated, heartbroken, and searching for answers. What could we have done differently? What signs did we miss? Could this have been prevented? I don’t think people who commit suicide always realize how many people love and care about them and how much they matter. Maybe they are so deep in their despair they just can’t see out. I will be praying for you and for your loved one. You mentioned that you are not in a healthy state mentally either. Have you considered talking to a local pastor or seeing a counselor? You don’t have to live like that any longer. There is hope for you too. People care. I have spoken with my pastor and I have seen a Christian counselor at low points in my life. Both have provided me with good, sound advice and support. Maybe one of those can help you too. :)
angryapril
angryapril
At least this person has reached out to you. That is a sign that they have not completely given up. People who are going to kill themselves, don’t generally say anything unless they want help. Asking for help is one of the hardest things to do. And knowing where to start is even harder. If this person is leaning on you, lean back. Help each other. Try and give each other purpose. It’s a terrible feeling when death seems easier than life, don’t give in to the temptation.
AshMarie
AshMarie
Try to recommed help for them. If they refuse tell someone. It can't be ignored. I am not in a great mental state and now I have a therapist also soon I will have to see a psychologist.