Do normal, every day, non depressed people have suicidal thoughts?
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Yes, I believe that thinking about suicide is not dangerous unless you choose to act on it. Thinking a question through and finding the answer is better than not thinking at all. It is healthy to think about suicide: to think long and hard and realize that suicide is not the answer. The dangerous thing would be if your friend never thought about suicide, and then thoughtlessly did it. If you truly think about suicide then you will find that it is not an option you should take. Ever.
518719
i've answered a similar question to this before and my answer is still the same...if we took the time to listen to people in this day and age instead of being obsessed with our own lives and happenings then maybe there wouldnt be the need to post as many suicide questions or as many suicidal people out there. The human race as a whole is just becoming selfish.
533762
Some people commit suicide because they aren't accepted in their society [like if they're gay or "ugly"], or thats what most of them think. Some people at my school cut themselves cause they think its cool o.o i thikn the best way to deal with pain and sadness is to talk to someone
248160
I'm sure everybody has but to different degrees i mean you could have a really shitty day and think i just want my life to end...or you could suffer from deep depression and really want to end your life ....i hope that's not the case with you?
533760
I SEE A DOCTOR AND TAKE MEDICINE EVERYDAY IT  MAKES A HUGE DIFFERENCE.  PEOPLE CAN ALSO BECOME DEPRESSED FORM THEIR LIFESTLYE.  EXERCISE AND HEALTHY EATING MAKES A HUGE DIFFERENCE YOU'D BE SURPRISED
787292
Suicide is an ordinary, but largely outmoded, biological response to feelings of worthlessness which can be brought about through many different disorders and circumstances. In the primitive human world suicide might have served the useful purpose of removing certain individuals from the community gene pool in order to make for a stronger human population.\n\nWhat seems madness to me is that someone might still have to face difficult situations without feeling like they had any friends or loved ones to whom they may turn for help. We should all be way past that point I would hope.\n\nWK
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There really isn't such a thing as normal.  It depends on the person/people.  I'm sure there are some who think once a week is too often and some who think ten times a day isn't enough.  Whatever seems like the right amount to YOU is the correct answer.
784167
I think many people would die without having to commit suicide.
1170426
yes. and very severe.....please understand that suicide is a permanent solution to a short term problem...and all problems are temporary...all problems pass WITH TIME. I pray you get the help you need....be patient with yourself....god put you here on this earth to enjoy life...don't be hard on yourself...it will get better
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Although, dying is a natural part of life and we all think about it occasionally, if you're obsessively thinking about it, you may need to see a professional. Seeing someone doesn't make you unstable, it can only help you remain stable.  My concern is that your thoughts are persistent but also are intense and graphic at times, and you may need a medication to help with your thinking. If you've had a past history of depression, than this type of thinking is not uncommon. It wouldn't hurt to see a psychiatrist before your thoughts get out of control.    -a psych nurse
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Anyone can experience depression, regardless of age, gender, race, creed or income. Every year millions suffer from some type of depressive illness. Although depression is common, it is a serious illness and can even lead to suicide. \n\nOne of the most common myths about depression is that it is "normal" for certain people to feel depressed – older people, young adults, new mothers, menopausal women, or those with a chronic illness. The truth is that depression is not (and should not be accepted as) a normal part of life for anyone, regardless of age or life situation.
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Well, I hope you don't recommend suicide.\n\nI have attempted to kill myself by drowning, hanging, crashing into something (by car), suffocating, etc.\n\nWhy? Um, hereditary mental illnesses like depression and borderline personality disorder. When I get upset, I think irrationally. I had an abusive mother (who suffers from the same illnesses but denies them), horrible grade school experiences, etc.\n\nI used to inflict harm upon myself. I would still do it but my fiance threatens to leave me if I ever do it again.
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Scientific evidence has shown that almost all people who commit suicide have a diagnosable mental or substance abuse disorder, and the majority have more than one disorder. The feelings that often lead to suicide are highly treatable.\n\nSome common symptoms of these disorders include:\nExtreme personality changes \nLoss of interest in activities that used to be enjoyable \nSignificant loss or gain in appetite \nDifficulty falling asleep or wanting to sleep all day \nFatigue or loss of energy \nFeelings of worthlessness or guilt \nWithdrawal from family and friends \nNeglect of personal appearance or hygiene \nSadness, irritability, or indifference \nHaving trouble concentrating \nExtreme anxiety or panic \nDrug or alcohol use or abuse \nAggressive, destructive, or defiant behavior \nPoor school performance \nHallucinations or unusual beliefs \n\nWhile the reasons that teens commit suicide vary, there are some common circumstance. These include major disappointment, rejection, failure, or loss (breaking up with a girlfriend or boyfriend), failing a big exam, or family turmoil. Since the overwhelming majority of those who commit suicide have a mental or substance-related disorder, they often have difficulty coping with such crippling stressors. \n\nSince people who are thinking about suicide feel alone and helpless, the most important thing to do if you think a friend or loved one is suicidal is to communicate with him or her openly and frequently.  Also, get that person psychological help asap!
266646
i would think most healthy-minded people don't have thoughts about killing people
36880
OK. Why not?  Are you in control of when you die?  We can all "Kill Ourselves" if we wanted to.  Obviously, more people than not, don't want to die by their own hands. Other words, today is just as good of a day as tomorrow, except, we don't say when it ends.  Fate does.  Or call it what you will, but really any day to die is bad.  There's a good phrase that derives from the "American Indians" which says "Today is a good day to day".  And believe me, If we're all gonna die, isn't even a possibility.  WE ALL ARE GOING TO DIE.  NOT IF.  BUT WHEN.
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Technically suicide is selfish because it really hurts the loved ones left behind but for the person committing suicide it is anything but selfish.  I have counselled people who considered suicide and I have wanted to commit suicide so I speak from experience. To tell someone thinking suicide thoughts they are selfish is a ridiculous ignorant thing to do. A suicidal person is usually so depressed that they honestly feel that they are horrible losers and that everyone will be better off with out them around they are in fact not thinking of themselves at the time but about their perceived injustice to their loved ones and feel that everyone will benefit from their death. I can not stand it when people call suicidal people selfish it really hits a sore spot having been there on both sides of the fence.
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I myself know six people who've committed suicide...all men....3 relatives, 2 high school friends and one friend from college. I think that everyone has a different method of coping and everyone's method isn't as good as others. And I also think everyone has limits to what they can handle and if people haven't learned how to cope with life's struggles, it's easy to see how they can succumb to suicide.\n\nI've forwarded the following link to friends and acquaintances many times who've said they've reached their limit. I tell them to read just page 5, if not the entire book.\n\nhttp://www.hopeline.com/docs/suicide.pdf#search='suicide%20the%20forever%20decision' \n\nIt's a PDF, so you'll need Acrobat Reader to view it.\n\nThere was a time more than a dozen years ago when I reached my limit and someone who could tell, saved me by asking me to read only page 5. I ended up reading the entire book. And I'm still here, so it must be good stuff.\n\nAnd luckily after surfing the Internet one day I found the book, now free on the Internet as a service to others.\n\n:)