Is My Life Worth Living?

Published: April 11, 2018
Dear TeenHealthFX,
Is my life worth living?
Signed: Is My Life Worth Living?

Dear Is My Life Worth Living?,

If you are contemplating suicide, it is critical that you reach out for help from a trusted adult immediately. You can talk to your parents, teacher, coach or doctor. Your trusted adult of choice can recommend a therapist who is trained to provide emotional support and help you identify coping strategies.

If you live in northern New Jersey and need help finding a therapist 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. You can also contact your insurance company to get a list of in-network mental health providers or check with your school social worker or psychologist to get a list of referrals in your area.

If you get to the point that you are seriously considering suicide or are afraid of your impulses then you need to seek help immediately. You can call 911 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 National Suicide Hotline at 1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433), available 24 hours a day, or the Suicide & Crisis Hotline, 1-800-999-9999, 24 hours, 7 days a week.

Signed: TeenHealthFX

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