suicide: right or wrong?
440502
First let me just say Suicide is never the answer... No matter what the question is.  When people come close, or actually commit suicide, they are at what they think is the emotional low point of their lives.  Their thinking is so clouded by depression, and despair, that they fail to see the actual truth... No matter how low a person feels, somebody out there cares about that person.  I know at one time, I had considered ending my own life, For reasons still unknown to me, I did not do it, I got professional help.  That therapy showed me that no matter how low you may get, there is always something to live for.  \n\nI am terribly sorry you lost a friend to suicide.  Even though you may hold a bit of anger with him for ending his own life, and effecting so many others in a bad way, try to forgive him.  True what he did could be considered a selfish move, But, when it comes right down to it, his decision to end his own life was not made with a clear head.  All you can do is pray for him, and hope he has gone on to a better place.  Also, you can pay attention to how your friends react to this event... If any of them show signs of deep depression, or suicidal thoughts, be sure to let somebody know about it, and try to suggest they seek help. We would not want this terrible event to ever happen again.\n\nYou will be in my prayers... God Bless!
980306
Tell an adult, counselor, teacher, parent.  Break the trust, its time.  Suicide is no joke.
47978
Suicide is a sad and tragic ending to a beautiful life. Obviously if you are thinking about suicide you must not feel like you have anything left to live for. Most of us have felt that way at some time in our life. Such thoughts as: I would be better off dead, everyone would be better off without me, I wish God would just take me home, are all common feelings that people occasionally get when they are tired and discouraged about the pressures and problems of life. \n\nOne friend told me of his suicide attempt.  He was so depressed and discouraged that he went out in the woods with a gun to end his life. Just as he was about to take his life a large snake crawled right between his legs. It made him think of Satan, since he is referred to as that old serpent the Devil. Well my friend concluded that Satan was trying to trick him into taking his life. So he stopped and said no, I am not going to let the Devil beat me. He got some counsel. Then he turned his life over to the Lord. He has been doing much better ever since. That was over 20 years ago. \n\nOne woman, who was in a similar predicament, also got some counseling. Afterward she came to this conclusion, I don't need to die because someone already died for me. Jesus Christ took all the horrible things about my life and put them on himself when he took my place on the cross. He died as me on that cross, to put an end to that old wretched life of mine once and for all. In fact, I have already died with Christ. I just needed to give up my life to Him and accept His death on the cross for me. Then by faith I received Christ into my life. He came in and gave a brand new life.  I was able to start all over with His indwelling presence and power to sustain me. Now she said I have such peace and rest that I can even sleep good at night without worry or fear.\n\nDo like these people did. Talk to someone and get some counsel. If you are being mistreated in an illegal manner then you must go to the police authorities. Recognize that Jesus Christ died to free YOU from the sinful effects of your past. Receive Him into your life so He can forgive you and give you a new life. Then you can start over with His life within you. Jesus Christ will take care of you if you will let Him. You have much to live for so hang in there!
1056271
That needs to be asked because sometimes people kill themselves by accident or it's very possible it may not have been suicide but murder and it was covered up. All people do not kill themselves because they are depressed however a large percentage are depressed.
146761
This should be a personal choice addressed by every adult with a trusted loved one who will follow the wishes of the person with terminal disease.  I am not saying the loved one should kill the person, just support the decision of the person to continue life no matter what or to be allowed to die with no extra measures or....in Oregon...with assistance.  You decide what is right for you and give that right to decide to those you love and respect even if you don't agree.  For any other than yourself....it is NOT your choice.  We have laws to allow our animals....and criminals to have as humane a death as possible, but we somehow believe it is wrong to allow the same for ourselves and our loved ones.  There is something wrong with this .....
657116
Doesn't a failed suicide call for an arrest? Whatever the case, it's wrong. You don't punish persons who're depressed and want to die. You get them help. On the otherhand, if a failed suicide isn't suicide why is this illegal in some countries? It makes little sense.
6917
Murder-you have no right to inflict harm unto another living soul. But sin and suicide are almost equally as bad. There is always an alternative.
571531
If the person is a therapist (in my state) they are responsible for taking action, in accordance with a specific "standard of care".  But a regular citizen is not responsible.  However folks tend to feel pretty guilty when they didn't do anything.  Do whatever is reasonable to protect yourself from possible guilt.  But do not let the suicidal person manipulate you by this method.  If you can get them to a therapist then it is off your shoulders.
953245
In the end, every judgement is based on our own selfishness and ego-self.\n\nIt is wrong to kill. What that means is that it is only wrong if "you" kill "me". It may not be so if "you" kill someone else beside "me".\nIt is right to help. What that means is that it is only right if "you" help "me". It may not be so if "you" help someone else beside "me".\n\nThat's why you can see why some people propound one thing and they practice something else. They propound one thing for others to follow, but they make their own selfish rules for themselves to benefit from. That's a lie not only to others but also to themselves. But then, we are all like that, whether the person reading this like it or not.
758667
It is right for people that choose to have it done.\n\nIt is wrong for those who wouldn't have it done.\n\nIt is neither right or wrong, it just is.
862675
Adolescent suicide is an interesting topic. Just about every teenager I know has either considered it as an option or tried it. Many have friends who have succeeded.
947701
Yes you can, but you'd probably lose.\n\nIt's against the law to commit suicide and is against the law to watch someone commiting suicide. You must help that person wether she/he likes it or not.\n\nMugsy's place what the hell does that mena?
361708
Now, I'm not clinical psychologist although I am a psychology major in university so take everything I say with a grain of salt.\n\nFirst I'm going to give you the party line and say that suicide is never the answer.  It is a long term solution to a short term problem.  I can honestly tell you that I had one of the most difficult and troubled childhoods of anyone you will meet but I'm extremely happy and very glad I'm alive now.  If you seriously are contemplating suicide then you need to speak to your parents, friends, and doctors.\n\nSecondly, none of us, and no online test is capable of giving you an accurate diagnosis of what might be "wrong with you."  Only a clinical psychologist or a psychiatrist can do that and only after long periods of examination.  Don't trust anyone who wants to diagnose you over a two paragraph yahoo question or your responses a series of 20 mispelled and grammatically incorrect questions on the internet.  Please use your doctors as much as possible, that is what they are there for.  Don't ask us what's wrong with you, ask them.\n\nThirdly, Depression is not a weakness of personality or a physical lack of strength, it is a psychological disease.  Let's say that you broke your leg or you had a terrible burn or some other sort of physical injury and you went to a different hospital, you wouldn't lie about not being burnt or having a broken leg and run away from treatment.  But thats the difficulty with psychological diseases is that people are afraid to seek treatment.  Don't be afraid.  It can be difficult and it can take a lot of effort but it will make your life better.  Growing up can be extremely difficult for many people, the ages of 12-15 for boys and 11-14 for girls especially. For some people this adolescent angst, or anger, is more pronounced and others much less an issue but it does fade in time.  So trust, me and stick to it.\n\nAs far as the medications, one of the most major critiscm of  anti-depressants is that they can have a tendency to make sucidal thoughts more powerful at first.  However, stick with it and it will go away.  Remember, that ultimately the decision to do damage to yourself is in your hands not the drugs so remember that suicide is murder.  Murder doesn't hurt the person who dies but everyone who knows them.  Don't  do it to your parents and your friends and your grandmother and everyone else who cares about you.\n\nOn another note:\nI think that you can rule of Schizophrenia because that develops in people normally from the ages of 20-35.  Also the anti-psychotics that your Grandmother is on are extremely different and more powerful then the anti-depressents you have been prescribed.  Psychotic disorders are terribly sad and very poorly understood.
1103859
I think anytime anyone MENTIONS suicide, then they at least are thinking about it.  Whether they are "trying to get attention" or not is NOT the issue.  Maybe they NEED the attention.  If a person is depressed constantly, starts giving up on things, eating habits can change, starts giving things away.  Or if a person is depressed and then all of a sudden happy - that they came to the decision they won't be in pain anymore.  ALWAYS take suicide seriously. I have a friend who's son committed suicide at 16 about 12 years ago and it did her in.  She said there were no signs and that is possible.  I've been to that deep dark place myself and it's not a good place to be.  When you are "there" you CAN'T think about others because your pain went that much deeper and your brain functions differently.  That is why - when people say "they are selfish by com. suicide" -- I get angry because until you walk a mile in someone's shoes.........don't get me started.
250938
none!!!There is no **best** way. Suicide is a long-term solution to a short-term problem!!! All problems/solutions can be resolved but suicide cannot be reversed. Therapy,medication,etc. are all available.  Remember, God said, "Lean not on YOUR OWN UNDERSTANDING". Tough times pass and beautiful days appear. If this was your personal question, I have you in my prayers at this very moment.  Please call a hotline or a close friend.  All things pass...and they get better, and sometimes bad...but,remember, when you're down, there-s only one way you can go....AND THAT'S UP!!!! God Bless YOU!!!!
528703
That's a hard question.\n\nI guess I would probably say for, but with mandatory regulations.\n\nI agree that the person should be over 18. I also think it should be proven by a doctor that they are of sound mind. I also believe they should have some time (a week? Two weeks? A month?) to think it over so that it is not a spur-of-the-moment decision. Also, I believe at least two people besides the person in question would have to witness the person's request to be assisted in suicide. I believe papers should be signed and a video should be made proving that the person in question truly does want to die.
60248
I was taught to believe that this was a great sin, whether saved or unsaved. Thou shall not commit murder. Suicide is like murdering yourself. Whether a saved individual who commits suicide will go to hell, I do not know.\n\nI believe that desires of suicide are works of the devil, who comes to kill, steal and destroy. "The Lord giveth and the Lord taketh away, blessed be the name of the Lord!" (from the Book of Job). It is up to the Lord to call you Home.