Why is suicide looked down upon?

[kilojules64]

I always think about what it must be like to have a brain that doesn't work like it's supposed to. Whether it be chronic depression or bipolar disorder or schizophrenia, I can't even imagine it and I'm thankful for that. I'd never judge anyone who couldn't handle going through that because handling everyday life is hard enough.

 

[kilojules64]

I always think about what it must be like to have a brain that doesn't work like it's supposed to. Whether it be chronic depression or bipolar disorder or schizophrenia, I can't even imagine it and I'm thankful for that. I'd never judge anyone who couldn't handle going through that because handling everyday life is hard enough.

 

[retrojoe]

Because it is selfish, you don't realize the pain you put everyone around you through.

 

[retrojoe]

Because it is selfish, you don't realize the pain you put everyone around you through.

 

[whyhellothere]

meh, if i wasnt such a {()} i'd be gone already.
mom will get over it one day, could careless what anyone else thinks

lol @ because it's illegal.

 

[whyhellothere]

meh, if i wasnt such a {()} i'd be gone already.
mom will get over it one day, could careless what anyone else thinks

lol @ because it's illegal.

 

[mp3911]

Originally Posted by kilojules64

I always think about what it must be like to have a brain that doesn't work like it's supposed to. Whether it be chronic depression or bipolar disorder or schizophrenia, I can't even imagine it and I'm thankful for that. I'd never judge anyone who couldn't handle going through that because handling everyday life is hard enough.

But how is a brain supposed to work? Your brain probably works much differently than mine, or many other individuals', but I haven't been classified with a "disorder." Why do they get labeled as having a dysfunctional brain but I'm functioning perfectly in the eyes of a psychologist?

 

[mp3911]

Originally Posted by kilojules64

I always think about what it must be like to have a brain that doesn't work like it's supposed to. Whether it be chronic depression or bipolar disorder or schizophrenia, I can't even imagine it and I'm thankful for that. I'd never judge anyone who couldn't handle going through that because handling everyday life is hard enough.

But how is a brain supposed to work? Your brain probably works much differently than mine, or many other individuals', but I haven't been classified with a "disorder." Why do they get labeled as having a dysfunctional brain but I'm functioning perfectly in the eyes of a psychologist?

 

[kiendienn]

Originally Posted by mp3911

Originally Posted by kilojules64

I always think about what it must be like to have a brain that doesn't work like it's supposed to. Whether it be chronic depression or bipolar disorder or schizophrenia, I can't even imagine it and I'm thankful for that. I'd never judge anyone who couldn't handle going through that because handling everyday life is hard enough.

But how is a brain supposed to work? Your brain probably works much differently than mine, or many other individuals', but I haven't been classified with a "disorder." Why do they get labeled as having a dysfunctional brain but I'm functioning perfectly in the eyes of a psychologist?

In terms of the limbic system, your brain works very similar to those around you, so when your hypothalamus isn't able to control specific neurotransmitters as a "healthy" individual would, then there will always be consequences.  in this case, chronic depression

 

[kiendienn]

Originally Posted by mp3911

Originally Posted by kilojules64

I always think about what it must be like to have a brain that doesn't work like it's supposed to. Whether it be chronic depression or bipolar disorder or schizophrenia, I can't even imagine it and I'm thankful for that. I'd never judge anyone who couldn't handle going through that because handling everyday life is hard enough.

But how is a brain supposed to work? Your brain probably works much differently than mine, or many other individuals', but I haven't been classified with a "disorder." Why do they get labeled as having a dysfunctional brain but I'm functioning perfectly in the eyes of a psychologist?

In terms of the limbic system, your brain works very similar to those around you, so when your hypothalamus isn't able to control specific neurotransmitters as a "healthy" individual would, then there will always be consequences.  in this case, chronic depression

 

[cocotaso1]

Originally Posted by scshift

It's a waste of a life. Often the person committing suicide has it much better off than many others in this world.

 

[cocotaso1]

Originally Posted by scshift

It's a waste of a life. Often the person committing suicide has it much better off than many others in this world.

 

[mp3911]

Originally Posted by kiendienn

Originally Posted by mp3911

Originally Posted by kilojules64

In terms of the limbic system, your brain works very similar to those around you, so when your hypothalamus isn't able to control specific neurotransmitters as a "healthy" individual would, then there will always be consequences.  in this case, chronic depression

Thanks for the explanation, makes sense.

 

[mp3911]

Originally Posted by kiendienn

Originally Posted by mp3911

Originally Posted by kilojules64

In terms of the limbic system, your brain works very similar to those around you, so when your hypothalamus isn't able to control specific neurotransmitters as a "healthy" individual would, then there will always be consequences.  in this case, chronic depression

Thanks for the explanation, makes sense.

 

[luckyp90]

Originally Posted by kiendienn

Originally Posted by mp3911

But how is a brain supposed to work? Your brain probably works much differently than mine, or many other individuals', but I haven't been classified with a "disorder." Why do they get labeled as having a dysfunctional brain but I'm functioning perfectly in the eyes of a psychologist?

In terms of the limbic system, your brain works very similar to those around you, so when your hypothalamus isn't able to control specific neurotransmitters as a "healthy" individual would, then there will always be consequences.  in this case, chronic depression

 

[luckyp90]

Originally Posted by kiendienn

Originally Posted by mp3911

But how is a brain supposed to work? Your brain probably works much differently than mine, or many other individuals', but I haven't been classified with a "disorder." Why do they get labeled as having a dysfunctional brain but I'm functioning perfectly in the eyes of a psychologist?

In terms of the limbic system, your brain works very similar to those around you, so when your hypothalamus isn't able to control specific neurotransmitters as a "healthy" individual would, then there will always be consequences.  in this case, chronic depression

 

[dubstyledj]

it may be selfish to some yes, although you don't always know what's going on with someone inside...

it's your life so it would be ultimately it's your choice and yes you're family and the people close to you would be devastated but yet we're wired to grieve and move on...

*personal experience* my son just passed away October 20th 2011...my only son and only child...Ryan Jr...

i've dealt with alot of death growing up and seeing my good buddies die in war and that did affect me in many ways...

but to see you're only child die..to have to pull the plug on an innocent baby not even 2 years old and have him flat line in your arms does something to you...

since then i have had many thoughts about ending my life....would i be justified in doing so? i have no family close to me...nor do i let people that close to me...

so i feel i wouldn't be hurting the people around me nor would it be selfish...if "god" or whoever saw fit that it was necessary to take my child why wouldn't i be able to take my own life to try and

see him once again...but yet i haven't done so....why you might wonder? i can't answer that...i have good days and bad days..mostly bad ones...

life to me is just about how much $&%* you can take...i don't believe in the whole "what doesn't kill you makes you stronger" because i am mos def not stronger in the aftermath of what

happened to me... just gotta learn to deal with your issues..be it with groups..counseling sessions...or maybe even a self-help book... one day i will be brave enough to do that..until then

it's a day at a time....

just my 2 cents....

 

[dubstyledj]

it may be selfish to some yes, although you don't always know what's going on with someone inside...

it's your life so it would be ultimately it's your choice and yes you're family and the people close to you would be devastated but yet we're wired to grieve and move on...

*personal experience* my son just passed away October 20th 2011...my only son and only child...Ryan Jr...

i've dealt with alot of death growing up and seeing my good buddies die in war and that did affect me in many ways...

but to see you're only child die..to have to pull the plug on an innocent baby not even 2 years old and have him flat line in your arms does something to you...

since then i have had many thoughts about ending my life....would i be justified in doing so? i have no family close to me...nor do i let people that close to me...

so i feel i wouldn't be hurting the people around me nor would it be selfish...if "god" or whoever saw fit that it was necessary to take my child why wouldn't i be able to take my own life to try and

see him once again...but yet i haven't done so....why you might wonder? i can't answer that...i have good days and bad days..mostly bad ones...

life to me is just about how much $&%* you can take...i don't believe in the whole "what doesn't kill you makes you stronger" because i am mos def not stronger in the aftermath of what

happened to me... just gotta learn to deal with your issues..be it with groups..counseling sessions...or maybe even a self-help book... one day i will be brave enough to do that..until then

it's a day at a time....

just my 2 cents....

 

[patrick bateman]

Originally Posted by LuckyP90

Originally Posted by kiendienn

Originally Posted by mp3911

But how is a brain supposed to work? Your brain probably works much differently than mine, or many other individuals', but I haven't been classified with a "disorder." Why do they get labeled as having a dysfunctional brain but I'm functioning perfectly in the eyes of a psychologist?

In terms of the limbic system, your brain works very similar to those around you, so when your hypothalamus isn't able to control specific neurotransmitters as a "healthy" individual would, then there will always be consequences.  in this case, chronic depression

I think whoever is about to take their life should just step back and realize that they are the ones who control their confidence. They are the ones who control the world they put themselves in. Not even in terms of anything dealing with society, but in the mental aspect. 

"How you feel is not the result of what's happening in your life--it's your interpretation of what's happening."

 

[patrick bateman]

Originally Posted by LuckyP90

Originally Posted by kiendienn

Originally Posted by mp3911

But how is a brain supposed to work? Your brain probably works much differently than mine, or many other individuals', but I haven't been classified with a "disorder." Why do they get labeled as having a dysfunctional brain but I'm functioning perfectly in the eyes of a psychologist?

In terms of the limbic system, your brain works very similar to those around you, so when your hypothalamus isn't able to control specific neurotransmitters as a "healthy" individual would, then there will always be consequences.  in this case, chronic depression

I think whoever is about to take their life should just step back and realize that they are the ones who control their confidence. They are the ones who control the world they put themselves in. Not even in terms of anything dealing with society, but in the mental aspect. 

"How you feel is not the result of what's happening in your life--it's your interpretation of what's happening."

 

[214]

I'm never one to judge another person on how they deal with their life, as it is not my place, but many stories from what I've read or heard have been
from people who just dont want to deal with the heavy punches that life throws at them.

You have three options:

1. Basically, if you dont like the situation that your life is in, do something about it and change it. There is a way.

2. Do nothing about the situation and continue to live a miserable life.

3. Take your life

I like to think that life is an opportunity, grow some balls and live it. 

With that said, whenever I read an article about someone committing suicide, I dont look down on them because I have no idea what they were going through. But it does make me wish they looked harder for a solution to keep truckin. 

Situations like mental disorders or like the one DubstyleDj is going through, I agree its difficult to keep going. I have 2 little nephews and cant begin to think how it would be if I lost one of them. I know it dont mean much Dubs, but im pulling for you to keep your chin up.Good luck moving foward fams. 

 

[214]

I'm never one to judge another person on how they deal with their life, as it is not my place, but many stories from what I've read or heard have been
from people who just dont want to deal with the heavy punches that life throws at them.

You have three options:

1. Basically, if you dont like the situation that your life is in, do something about it and change it. There is a way.

2. Do nothing about the situation and continue to live a miserable life.

3. Take your life

I like to think that life is an opportunity, grow some balls and live it. 

With that said, whenever I read an article about someone committing suicide, I dont look down on them because I have no idea what they were going through. But it does make me wish they looked harder for a solution to keep truckin. 

Situations like mental disorders or like the one DubstyleDj is going through, I agree its difficult to keep going. I have 2 little nephews and cant begin to think how it would be if I lost one of them. I know it dont mean much Dubs, but im pulling for you to keep your chin up.Good luck moving foward fams. 

 

[hazeleyed honey]

What Anton said. For those who are judging, you are not even in the mindset of that person who wants to take their life. To be at that lowest point in your life to feel worthless as a human being and to be willing to take your life? I can't even imagine.

Also, the majority of the causes of suicide cases, about over 90%, are depression or a mental illness. When people commit suicide, they are unstable. How can you even judge them when the are not even thinking clearly? So easy to judge and call them selfish. Try living in their head through the hell they go through the point they want to take their life.

 

[hazeleyed honey]

What Anton said. For those who are judging, you are not even in the mindset of that person who wants to take their life. To be at that lowest point in your life to feel worthless as a human being and to be willing to take your life? I can't even imagine.

Also, the majority of the causes of suicide cases, about over 90%, are depression or a mental illness. When people commit suicide, they are unstable. How can you even judge them when the are not even thinking clearly? So easy to judge and call them selfish. Try living in their head through the hell they go through the point they want to take their life.

 

[buggz05]

I almost look up to it. The unknown.