Is it normal to think about killing yourself?

Question

I know "thoughts of suicide" is a symptom of depression and I do think about it a lot..probably daily. But I never actually plan it out or anything.

I'm 17. I do a LOT of philosophical thinking, though. And I'm introverted. So I think that has a lot to do with it. The thoughts mostly occur when I'm stressed/overwhelmed.

Answer 1

I was suicidally depressed for 7 years and had it totally planned , until my Doctor ran a blood test on my thyroid. As it turns out I have an under active Thyroid. In ONE month on Thyroid medication the depression was totally gone.

See your Doctor and get tested, it is simple and one tiny pill a day.

Good Luck

Answer 2

It's not normal for me. I've had thoughts before, but very rarely. Usually I feel trapped during those times. Like something bad is happening and I can't stop it. Or I'm stuck in a low place and can't seem to get out of it. Maybe if I was in those states of mind normally, i would think about suicide normally.

One thing that has helped me is to "count my blessings". Start with the fact that air is free and go from there.

Answer 3

As we go through our day and we put our thoughts on certain things, that means those things interest us, especially if we think of them often.

You do have a choice whether you want to think about that or not. If you feel you do not have a choice about it and that thought is running you instead of you running it, I would definitely talk to a counselor.

I really don't know what normal is, people are so variable, but, I would say it was dangerous to set your mind in that direction.

You can cross that off your thoughts list. You can make that something you just don't "go to". A counselor can help you do that. You have the power to do it you just may not know how.

Answer 4

I don't think it's abnormal - everyone has thought about it from time to time. How old are you though (I'm 30)? Think about it - there's somebody, probably a lot of people, who are related to you and for them a part of them would die w/ you and there's never any real healing for them so please try to think about that. Lot's of people - myself included - think about it from time to time, but no matter how bad it gets I could never ever do that to my mom.
EDIT - It's ok to feel bad and suicidal I was exactly the same when I was your age. You sound like a female version of me! Yes our personality type is like that; just repeat after me: I won't get so wrapped up in myself that I can't see how much eveyone around me loves me.

Answer 5

Well, my mom is a doctor and she said it may be from all of the stress you are under (then it is normal) but if u are toally stress free then maybe you should go see a coucler(not to be mean or anything)

Answer 6

why are you thinking about it? Are you under stress or having problems? No, it isn't healthy. I'd talk to someone you trust like a clergyperson, teacher, parents, etc.

suicide is a permanent solution to a temporary problem.

Answer 7

I don't think its normal at all, in fact its abnormal to think of taking ones life, unless your under the influence of a drug of somesort., or perhaps backed into a corner and can't get out somehow, trust me it's very abnormal to consider it. And its really a cowards way out of responsibility.

Answer 8

no it's not normal. that doesn't stop it being fairly common, but still, if you're considering/thinking a lot about suicide, it would be in your best interests to seek help

Answer 9

No it's not normal. you should at least talk to someone like a friend or a counselor or someone you trust. Hope you figure something out.

Answer 10

isolation coupled with philosophical attitude is a major cause. get involved in constructive and creative activities which are beneficial for mankind.