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Discussion: Depression, Self-harming & Suicide
Member Since: 8/19/2013
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Depression, Self-harming & Suicide
This thread is for the serious and mature discussion of depression, self-harm and suicide. It seems like many people in society today (particularly teenagers, who make up a large percentage of members on this site) battle with these problems. I basically want a safe, trigger-free environment where people can discuss and give advice on the aforementioned topics.
Have you been affected? Has anyone you know? What is your opinion on the issue?
I would also like to say that if anyone would rather discuss this privately they are welcome to PM me or other members who are willing to help. I hope we can achieve not only thoughtful and insightful opinions on the matter, but also a calm and welcoming place to help others in need.
RULES:
- No trolling
- No personal attacks
- No overtly-explicit posts
For anyone who breaks these rules, I will request an immediate thread-ban.
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Member Since: 8/19/2013
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I suffer from anxiety. One time I got the urge to harm myself, and I had to sit on my hands to stop myself. It scared me.
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Member Since: 8/19/2013
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this is a really nice thread to make <3
i wont say much but yea ive had problems with these things in my life & i hate that so many people just make fun of things like self harm/suicide cos they obviously do not understand
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Member Since: 1/1/2014
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I suffer from bipolarism, depression, anxiety and an eating disorder.
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Member Since: 8/19/2013
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Originally posted by Tigre
I suffer from anxiety. One time I got the urge to harm myself, and I had to sit on my hands to stop myself. It scared me.
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I'm sorry, that's awful . But at least you were able to stop yourself. I know it might sound silly, but if you ever feel like that again you should trying cutting a piece of paper (or something similar) instead. You're still going through the motions but with no adverse affect on your body, it helps some people.
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Originally posted by Penny.
this is a really nice thread to make <3
i wont say much but yea ive had problems with these things in my life & i hate that so many people just make fun of things like self harm/suicide cos they obviously do not understand
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Thank you <3.
Well I hope you stay strong and get through it, it's hard but life is worth fighting for in the end. I agree, it's pretty sad. I think they view it more as a joke - and are ignorant on the subject - and aren't really malicious or nasty, I hope so anyway.
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Originally posted by Scorpio King
I suffer from bipolarism, depression, anxiety and an eating disorder.
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I'm sure that's really tough but you just need to keep your head up and try your best. You're not gonna be positive all the time and everyone slips up or does something they regret, but that's natural. You just need to try your hardest to do what you want in life and don't dwell on the negative things.
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Member Since: 7/13/2010
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I have had depression, have symptoms of bipolar disorder but do not want to go get help because it could make it harder for me to get future employment, an eating disorder, and anxiety.
Ive been doing a lot better this past month later and really trying to harness my energy into producing positive feelings and results. Exercise, healthy eating, and work have all increased my happiness a lot.
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Member Since: 8/19/2013
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Originally posted by L/\DY G/\G/\
I have had depression, have symptoms of bipolar disorder but do not want to go get help because it could make it harder for me to get future employment, an eating disorder, and anxiety.
Ive been doing a lot better this past month later and really trying to harness my energy into producing positive feelings and results. Exercise, healthy eating, and work have all increased my happiness a lot.
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I'm glad you're feeling better but I assure you getting help is really a benefit! It helped me so much!!! You have no idea how important it is to let your stressors out to people
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Member Since: 11/11/2010
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I was at the pits of hell when I was a teen. After my niece died I attempted suicide and I began cutting myself. I'm 25 now and at peace if I could pull through it anyone can. I struggle with my illness everyday but I've learn how to keep my mind stable.
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Member Since: 11/17/2011
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Once depressed and attempted suicide twice by swallowing panadol and muscle relaxant pills. Also, also used to cut myself on my stomach and got drunk like 3x a week. I was a mess, it was the closest i have been to experiencing hell.
And then i fell in love with someone for the very first time in my life, he was my best friend for 4 years and it felt completely magical.
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Member Since: 5/25/2009
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my internet went down 3 hours ago , i was on the phone waiting for more than an hour i was getting
antsy i wanted to scratch my skin till blood poured out
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Member Since: 9/22/2011
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Sending love and positive vibes to you all. It's not much but its something
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Member Since: 8/19/2013
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I've been bullied mentally, physically & emotionally from kindergarten through 9th grade. It lead to a lot of issues that I still deal with today; Depression, low self esteem, social awkwardness, and pushing people away. They made fun of my appearance, voice, clothes, mannerisms and every thing. They would always hit me and try to beat me up at the bus stop and get me in trouble at school by lying on me and setting me up. The teachers actually believed them because I did act up in class. One of my teachers almost choked me because this girl lied and said that I stole something of hers. People would always pretend to be my friends and then ditch me by embarrassing me in the process. I've been kicked in the crotch, had my head slammed against brick walls, beat up in the bathroom, and someone even threw chalk into my eyes. That was just in elementary school. In middle school, I was pushed down steps, had food thrown at me, , tripped, glasses stepped on and slammed up against lockers. I've never been bullied specifically because I was gay. I've been bullied because they didn't like my face, shoes, clothes, haircut, voice, or my body (I was skinny) I cried a lot. I ran out of classrooms and off buses because it was that bad. I completely gave up in 8th grade and wanted to drop out. I didn't want to be in school if I was treated like crap, and the faculty didn't do anything. After that, I started cutting myself, and eventually I attempted suicide in the 9th. I tried to hang myself in school because I had a complete mental breakdown. I passed out, but someone saw me and called security to try & help me. That was the climax of literally everything...because I started getting help with therapists, and talking to counselors. I started making new and ACTUAL friends and they kept my spirits up and made me feel like I mattered. They made me happier and gave me someone to talk to. I still suffer with depression, I'm still EXTREMELY EXTREMELY EXTREMELY self conscious, and I guard myself from people so they won't hurt me and I sometimes get them to hate me or I pretend that I hate them so they can get out of my life before they hurt me.*
I still feel like complete and utter **** from time to time, but not as bad as I did then. I almost had a meltdown of sorts a few weeks ago, but I got myself together because I didn't want to go back to that place..one day I will be happy. At least I hope so. Sorry for posting this wall of text
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Member Since: 8/18/2013
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Member Since: 9/22/2011
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Originally posted by Ryanicorn
I've been bullied mentally, physically & emotionally from kindergarten through 9th grade. It lead to a lot of issues that I still deal with today; Depression, low self esteem, social awkwardness, and pushing people away. They made fun of my appearance, voice, clothes, mannerisms and every thing. They would always hit me and try to beat me up at the bus stop and get me in trouble at school by lying on me and setting me up. The teachers actually believed them because I did act up in class. One of my teachers almost choked me because this girl lied and said that I stole something of hers. People would always pretend to be my friends and then ditch me by embarrassing me in the process. I've been kicked in the crotch, had my head slammed against brick walls, beat up in the bathroom, and someone even threw chalk into my eyes. That was just in elementary school. In middle school, I was pushed down steps, had food thrown at me, , tripped, glasses stepped on and slammed up against lockers. I've never been bullied specifically because I was gay. I've been bullied because they didn't like my face, shoes, clothes, haircut, voice, or my body (I was skinny) I cried a lot. I ran out of classrooms and off buses because it was that bad. I completely gave up in 8th grade and wanted to drop out. I didn't want to be in school if I was treated like crap, and the faculty didn't do anything. After that, I started cutting myself, and eventually I attempted suicide in the 9th. I tried to hang myself in school because I had a complete mental breakdown. I passed out, but someone saw me and called security to try & help me. That was the climax of literally everything...because I started getting help with therapists, and talking to counselors. I started making new and ACTUAL friends and they kept my spirits up and made me feel like I mattered. They made me happier and gave me someone to talk to. I still suffer with depression, I'm still EXTREMELY EXTREMELY EXTREMELY self conscious, and I guard myself from people so they won't hurt me and I sometimes get them to hate me or I pretend that I hate them so they can get out of my life before they hurt me.*
I still feel like complete and utter **** from time to time, but not as bad as I did then. I almost had a meltdown of sorts a few weeks ago, but I got myself together because I didn't want to go back to that place..one day I will be happy. At least I hope so. Sorry for posting this wall of text
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But you do matter
I think you were/are pretty strong to deal with those situations, people and emotions. Sure it gets rough and you tried to stop the pain but you have to understand that it's your life, it's you that matters not what other people say/do to you.
If you feel good about yourself no one can bring you down. Let those bitches seethe in hell because you are far better than them.
Reading you story made my temper go off. I went through a parcial situation like yours because I was gay in middle school and it made me self conscious too but once you surround yourself with love, friends and peace you will be trully happy.
I don't think violence solves the question but I got mad reading your text. I'd slap some bitches because at some point you have to stand up for yourself.
Sending love and happiness to you
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Member Since: 8/19/2013
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Originally posted by DavidSMateus
But you do matter
I think you were/are pretty strong to deal with those situations, people and emotions. Sure it gets rough and you tried to stop the pain but you have to understand that it's your life, it's you that matters not what other people say/do to you.
If you feel good about yourself no one can bring you down. Let those bitches seethe in hell because you are far better than them.
Reading you story made my temper go off. I went through a parcial situation like yours because I was gay in middle school and it made me self conscious too but once you surround yourself with love, friends and peace you will be trully happy.
I don't think violence solves the question but I got mad reading your text. I'd slap some bitches because at some point you have to stand up for yourself.
Sending love and happiness to you
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Thank you
i tried to stand up for myself on several occasions but just ended up getting knocked back down again, so I just stopped fighting. But I'm in a better state now thankfully.
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Member Since: 9/22/2011
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Originally posted by Ryanicorn
Thank you
i tried to stand up for myself on several occasions but just ended up getting knocked back down again, so I just stopped fighting. But I'm in a better state now thankfully.
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I don't want to act all Lady Gaga on you but "just love yourself and you're set"
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Member Since: 1/1/2013
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Quote:
Originally posted by Penny.
this is a really nice thread to make <3
i wont say much but yea ive had problems with these things in my life & i hate that so many people just make fun of things like self harm/suicide cos they obviously do not understand
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That's not entirely true, you need to accept that everyone is different and some people need that to be able to cope with the problem of depression and suicide....I like joking about this kind of stuff once in a while, because it makes this issue, which is very serious and sad, a lot more bearable... I've lost several people who committed suicide because they were depressed and joking about it, how rude it may seem, is my coping mechanism to prevent me from getting depressed as well... what I've seen in lots of families and on a lot of funeralds, is that it's actually very common for people to joke during funerals and about the dead, just to make it more bearable... for most people it has nothing to do with not understanding, a lot of them understand better than you think
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Member Since: 8/19/2013
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Originally posted by DavidSMateus
I don't want to act all Lady Gaga on you but "just love yourself and you're set"
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Now I have the overwhelming urge to bop to Born This Way
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Member Since: 9/22/2011
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Originally posted by Ryanicorn
Now I have the overwhelming urge to bop to Born This Way
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mah impact
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Member Since: 1/1/2014
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I would explain my situation and struggle with depression and anxiety but I am in no mood to do it now.
But I do wish you all the best, I really do hope you all make it through to see happiness in your lives. You must live through the night time to see the sun <3
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