Reply To: I'm only alive because of my sister

[Scattybird]

Hi – I think I understand the difference between depression and suicidal intent.  If one talks openly about committing suicide it’s usually a call for help out of desperation and is borne out of depression and isn’t likely to happen. But statements can be made by actions that aren’t intended to end a life,  but to act as a wake up call to others. Sadly these statements may go wrong with tragic and unintended consequences. The other worry is where ADHD is a companion, people can do harm to themselves on a sheer impulse but not really have meant it, the impulse takes over with unintended consequences.

I think  I was beating about the bush before – if you feel any impulses to harm yourself or if your suicidal thoughts develop into a reality then please tell someone and be hospitalised rather than do something bad to yourself.

That said, despite your depression you have your head screwed on and as you say the key thing is to get a job. Easier said than done I know. What sort of jobs are you looking for?

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