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Question: Please help me understand “why” some people actually commit suicide. We’ve all been depressed at one time or another but how does someone get that low? Answer: People who attempt suicide are searching for a way to stop emotional pain. The individual is so focused on there own exaggerated fears and circumstances that they tragically believe death is preferable to life. Those who do this only want to escape, find a permanent solution to their problems and believe that their friends and family would be better off without them. However, the reality is that suicide effects loved ones for generations and leaves more pain in its wake then it alleviates. In situations where someone is considering suicide, prompt intervention is vital. Encourage or take your loved one to a mental health professional to any hospital emergency room. Answered by: Dr. Robert Rice |