They say it builds character. They also say "what doesn't kill me makes me stronger."Guess I'll be hard as a rock when Im dead. Wouldn't it make them happy to see me smile? I'm way beyond the attention stage, I NEED them. I'm too frustrated to go on.
2007-01-12 15:59:17 · 22 answers · asked by Technics 2 in Social Science ➔ Psychology
Children need attention. And they will find a way to get it whether good or bad. I think neglecting your children does nothing but hurt them and causes emotional distress. I am sorry your parents are so self centered that they can't give you the affection you need:(
I hope it does make you stronger I struggled with the same things you do. I was very close to suicide myself you can learn more about my story at http://www.testriffic.com/story/jayzmeg82/495
2007-01-12 16:04:08 · answer #1 · answered by OMeganO 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
You should state the case. This general question cannot be answered intelligently as I being a parent do not drive my children to suicide and I do not think any other parent drives his child to suicide. There are other reasons. I read in the newspaper yesterday that a parent who wanted his child to excel in table tennis made his 14 year old child play so hard that the child died. I do not think even this article is the absolute truth. So nothing is the truth when the argument does not state the case and is not logically reasoned.
2007-01-12 16:09:39 · answer #2 · answered by Kool-kat 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are serious you need to get help, it sounds like your parents aren't there for you so don't go to them. It hasn't worked in the past, no reason to think things will change. You need help, if you are truly suicidal call a local counseling center or the national suicide prevention line. Don't do anything stupid, harming yourself will only make it worse. If you are being abused or neglected and you report what is going on, agencies are in place to help you. Your parents should be caring for you, if they aren't a decision can be made by authorities as to what changes need to be made or even if you need to be placed in other peoples care. Possibly family members or a short term facility that can help you all work on communication and support. Call some friends, friends of the family, clergy...call anyone and don't sit alone thinking you can't get help. Maybe it will take others getting involved to make your parents see they have a real problem. Will pray for you, God does hear my prayers!
2007-01-12 16:13:03 · answer #3 · answered by Mawm 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I don't always believe in the what doesn't kill you makes you stronger bit because unfortunately suicide is a reality for many people. Neglect is never a form of effective parenting. Human beings are social creatures that require interaction and care. Anything otherwise only creates stress and depression.
2007-01-12 16:03:08 · answer #4 · answered by ♪ ♥ ♪ ♥ 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
My parents treat me in a similar fashion. I've been driven to the edge too before but luckily, I found a mother figure in my grandmother. She's been like a mother to me and I spend as much time with her (and away from my parents) as I can. No one should be alone. If you can't rely on your parents, look to someone else, maybe a close friend or relative. I wouldn't have made it without my grandmother, when I'm at home I often find myself stressed to the point where suicide seems a plausible solution. Teens may not want to admit it, but they need their parents.
2007-01-12 16:43:15 · answer #5 · answered by Tyler 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
No, that is not an efective way of parenting. Instead of inflicting harm on yourself... try seeking attention from a teacher or school counselor. They will probably talk to your parents about your situation and maybe then they will get the idea you relly need their love and attention. Good luck kid, life is hard but it gets better as long as you keep going. Keep on searching for someone to listen to you until you get the help you need.
2007-01-12 16:03:58 · answer #6 · answered by Me 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Is there another family member that can give you attention?
or a parent of a friend? Sometimes people get so wraped up in their lives that they miss the realy important things. I feel sad for them and you. What builds Character is having strong roots. Without strong roots it is hard to have a base to build from.
2007-01-12 16:06:48 · answer #7 · answered by DDLynn l 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
No matter what you are going through in your life you are not alone you are worthy of a happy life. Please talk to someone about how you feel its OK to cry but you can not give up. There are domestic hot lines and free counselors that you can talk to without even revealing your identity. school counselors priests BFF's talk to your parents sometimes we as parents get so wrapped up in our own lives and daily responsibilities that we just simply forget to be there. I do not know you but my heart and prayers go out to you. I hope it makes you feel better to know some people in the world still have compassion and empathy.
2007-01-12 16:13:49 · answer #8 · answered by LADY L 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Suicide is never the answer. I was on the brink once--I know what it's like.
Don't worry about your parents. In no time you'll be off to college and you can forget about them.
2007-01-12 16:02:11 · answer #9 · answered by substance_of_desire 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I guess this is an attempt to be in the Guinness books of records: The ten most idiotic questions.
2007-01-12 16:24:07 · answer #10 · answered by Dr. Sabetudo 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋