800-448-3000Contemplating Ending It All
Question
I feel completely alone. My parents and I fight constantly and I'm so anxious at school that my stomach hurts and my grades are suffering. The only place I can escape is my job but now even that isn't helping. I've been contemplating ending it all for a while now. I can't take it.
Counselor response
Obviously you are really hurting if you wish that your life would end. It is difficult to feel so much emotional pain. It really does sound like you have been going through a lot but know that suicide is never the answer.
It really sounds like you are struggling with a variety of emotions. Depression and anxiety can build up quickly if not addressed. Here are some things that we would like you to try:
- Make a safety plan: Your Safety
- Take steps to improve your emotional health: Emotional Health Checklist
- Talk to a trusted adult.
We recommend that you keep reaching out; please know that you are not alone. You can get through this and with help, things will get better. We will be here for you anytime you would like to talk.
Take care,
Nicole, Counselor