TeenHealthFX - Answers - Please Help, Want To Commit Suicide

Suicide / Question
Published: September 2, 2004

Dear TeenHealthFX,

I really need help. I want to commit suicide. No one likes me. I can't get along with my step-dad, I get upset very easily and I know my friends don't really like me. I really hate my life. I mean I'm just a waste of space and time, I'm 15 and my life is been very bad I have turned to Wicca but I still wish to commit suicide. Please help me.

Signed: Please Help, Want To Commit Suicide

Dear Please Help, Want To Commit Suicide,

TeenHealthFX hears that you are hurting. It sounds like you are depressed and need to get help.

We suggest you try talking to a counselor. For help finding one, if you live in northern New Jersey you can call the Access Center from Atlantic Behavioral Health at 888-247-1400. Outside of this area you can log onto the US Department of Health and Human Services Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration website for referrals in your area.

If you get to the point that you are seriously considering suicide or are afraid of your impulses then get help immediately. Call 9-1-1 or go to your nearest hospital emergency room. In northern New Jersey you can also call the crisis hotline from Morristown Memorial hospital at 973-540-0100. Outside this area call the Suicide & Crisis Hotline, 1-800-999-9999, 24 hours, 7 days a week.

Signed: TeenHealthFX