I was wondering what causes people to dislike themselves and cause so much pain and sadness. I mean, why would one want to hurt themselves by thinking "I'm ugly..." or something like that? Animals do not throw themselves off of cliffs, so why must humans jump off of emotional bridges?
2006-06-14 17:29:49 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Arts & Humanities ➔ Philosophy
Animals do get depressed and some will even "suicide". Low self-esteem, like so many psychological problems has both a nature and a nurture side. Chemicals in the brain can alter a person's thinking to cause negative and even suicidal thoughts. There is also the nurture side where a person is told through people in their environment that they have no worth. If there is a combination of nature and nurture factors in a depression, then the person is really in a dangerous state of mind and in serious need of help.
It's difficult for "healthy" people to understand. Especially the type of depression that is chemical. A person can be popular, well-loved, have a great family, etc., but still have suicidal ideations. How many times have we heard people say about those who are famous or wealthy that have attempted suicide, "oh yea, life was SOOOO rough for them". Well, it probably was. A chemical depression leaves a person feeling as if they are in a pitch black pit, there is no way out, nothing gives them pleasure and all is either numb or pain. It's a horrible state of mind to be in, and the person is often incapable of getting themselves out of it without assistance.
Those that are picked on are forced to see only their negative sides and never learn to see what gifts they have. Like brainwashing, if a person is told they are worthless often enough, they will begin to believe it. Once again, it takes assistance to help change their perspectives on their own self-worth.
Hope this answers your questions a little...
Many Blessings,
Lilyth
2006-06-14 17:44:17 · answer #1 · answered by Lilyth Rose 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Depression is what causes this. Depression may be caused by different factors or a combination of some or all of these factors.
* Chemical imbalance in the brain
* Unhealthy social environment
* Unhealthy personal relationships
* off-balance diet (Specially lack of vitamin B12)
* Lack of mental or phisical activity
* Bad habits in your behavior (Need to learn to think differently and positively)
*Others?
2006-06-14 18:50:01 · answer #2 · answered by asestra 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not all of those who have low self-esteem are emo and want to commit suicide. Low self-esteem is often just a feeling, that sometimes passes over quickly and sometimes does not. It can be caused by anything that makes you feel inferior or useless, like your girlfriend cheating on you for example.
2006-06-14 17:35:15 · answer #3 · answered by Joey 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Each person will have different kind of capacity of handling things..some may be fussy over small things and others may be very brave..some people talk things out and lighten their hearts but others keep all the problems in their hearts and think and think and they almost get into depression...its all their own capability to get over hardships..those who are brave get over it and others who are very much depressed take their own lives which is not a wise thing to do..life has its own ups and downs and we have to take both equally..
2006-06-14 17:44:09 · answer #4 · answered by Deep 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depression, If one is depressed, they need to seek professional help and if their despression is severe, the doctor will prescribe an anti-depression drug. Only people with severe depression throw themselves off of cliffs.
2006-06-14 17:42:40 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Everyone has their up and down days, eat chocolate. But if this is an ongoing problem, you should see a doctor. Depression is caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain.
2006-06-14 17:34:02 · answer #6 · answered by jstanotherqwtchic 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
because, some people have low self-esteem or they had a bad childhood or got teased alot. alot of things can cause u to want to cutt or hurt yourself. u just have to believe in urself and have faith.
2006-06-14 17:36:03 · answer #7 · answered by tatiyana g 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The main reason is usually failure.It is a powerful force which can drive a person to do all negative things.
2006-06-14 17:34:01 · answer #8 · answered by Eternity 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
many of these people suffer from chemical imbalance there serotonin (sp?) levels are off. once diagnosed there are many types of treatments. PS choc candy does not help it gives you short lived sugar rush and then you crash hard.
2006-06-14 17:38:24 · answer #9 · answered by luckyloyalleo 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Losing trust in ourselves and others. Not getting the things we always wanted. Heartbreak and disappointments.
2006-06-14 17:36:54 · answer #10 · answered by mr._slick 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋