When we openup our suicidal thought why people think we are attention seeker or imature 😭

@bijouxbroussard I understand where you are coming from but often suicidal people feel that way often until they find some treatment that works and come out of it.

@bijouxbroussard there is also a lot of stigma around getting help with mental health help. Often going to a hospital has so much stigma around it that people avoid it even if they are desperate. That in itself can create a ripple effect as well. Some people don't feel comfortable saying stuff out loud either. I do think it helps that there are now chat and text crisis lines now. I would never call a suicide hotline but I was able to text a crisis line since they have been created. I felt more comfortable talking over text and less afraid of being overheard.

@rokrchik1211 I attempted suicide twice, after losing my husband and only child in a car accident many years ago. I also suffer from periodic bouts of depression. So it can’t be said that I don’t understand. And I do have empathy, but after a few times having reached out only to have a few of the same people back with no indication of any of it helping, I’ve become less invested, for the sake of my own mental health. I’m speaking of experiences here and several years on EP, too.

@bijouxbroussard Sometimes you have to let go and pray for the best or wish for the best.

@bijouxbroussard I never said you didn't understand. From what you have said you do understand. It can be hard to help people especially if they aren't ready for it and yes your mental health is important. Don't help anyone if you feel unable to the last thing I'd want is for you to go down with them. You do what is best for you.

@rokrchik1211 No worries, I didn’t feel accused. I just wanted to clarify how I came to feel somewhat skeptical sometimes. 🙂

That's good. @bijouxbroussard