Dear Dish-It, I Want to Commit Suicide

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Dear Dish-It,
My family and friends are all mixed up right now. We have so much going on and it's driving me crazy. I'm manic depressive, so I'm really scared I'm gonna commit suicide. I feel like I should, but I'm scared to. What should I do? Please help me!
Chicka

Dear Chicka,
You've made the first step by opening up to someone. It's very important that you talk to someone about these feelings - and there are definitely a lot of options. You say your friends and family are all mixed up right now, so it's probably best to discuss this with someone who is impartial and doesn't have their own probs - like a professional.

How about telling a trusted teacher, or the school nurse exactly what you told me? They'll be able to help you. Do you already have a doctor that you have gone to or still go to about your manic depression? They really need to know how you feel right now. If you're not comfortable with talking about this with someone you know, there are a few anonymous options too. Check out this site for a number you can call (toll-free) day or night. Just keep in mind that suicide is never a solution.

Dear Dish-It,
I really want to commit suicide. My life has no reason to live for. I only told my closest friend. I don't know what to do. I already tried to slit my wrists, but it didn't work. I'm not sick or anything. I don't know. Help.
SmAlLfRy01

Dear SmAlLfRy01,
Okay, here's the truth - you are sick. Well, at least you might be. Suicidal thoughts can be a sign of an illness called depression. There are different types and degrees of depression. Basically, it means that some chemicals in your brain aren't at the right levels. There are medications that can help you and also people who you can talk to. Please check out what I told i_luv_hot_boyz and funkygirlz950 earlier this week. You need to know you are not alone. Unfortunately, a lot of people feel this way. Your life is FULL of meaning and IS worth living, you just might need someone to help you figure that out. And believe it or not, people will miss you terribly if you take your own life. If there is no one you know that you feel comfortable talking to, then try the numbers I have listed on this page. Hang in there.

Dear Dish-It,
My life sucks like heck. Okay, first let me start with my boyfriend. I keep getting him things and I think that's the only reason he's going out with me. We have been togeher for a month and a few days. He doesn't seem to like me too much. Am I gonna get hurt here? He means a lot to me cuz I had my first kiss with him. I don't wanna break up with him cuz I will miss him a lot. I don't know what to do. OK, that's my boyfriend. Now, my parents - they fight constantly and I don't now what to do. Also, my mom takes out a lot of her anger on me. She is very abusive. I have already tried suicide two times, but everytime someone stops me. The main reason I got a BF is to get my mind off other things but also my grades fall cuz of my home life. I don't know what to do, I am so confused - please help me!!!
badlilshedevil9

Dear badlilshedevil9,
Whoa! There is a lot going on in your world and, unfortunately, a lot of it seems tough right now. First things first - ditch the boyfriend. If you feel like he's using you for all the cool things you give or buy him, he probably is. Also, you say you don't want to get hurt, but aren't you already hurt? I would be if I thought I was being used like that. And the last thing you need right now is more hurtin'.

I think the best advice here is to try not to get overwhelmed by your feelings and do What I told SmAlLfRy01 to do - talk it out with someone. Another source/helpline especially for teens is Teen Suicide Hotline. And as for your mom takin' stuff out on you, maybe you guys need to go to counseling together. Sounds like she might have some stuff to work out as well.

So gotta burnin' question? Need some love directions? Thinkin' about stuff like teen suicide, depression, sex, low self-esteem, boyfriends, girlfriends, losing old friends, bullying or peer pressure, but are too scared to ask the 'rents? Don't be scared to Dish-It. Just remember, if you hang out in chat with other Kidzworld members who know you by your nick, you might wanna use a secret nick when you write in. That way, no one will ever know it's you. Remember though, Dish-It gets tons of letters a day, so she can't answer 'em all. But keep checkin' the column cuz chances are, she'll be answering something very similar to your question soon. Thanks! Got some words of wisdom you wanna share? We'll dish them up too.

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