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Suicidal thoughts

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Cat2014 · 18/05/2015 20:31

Do these still 'count' if there is one thing (my dc) stopping me from doing anything?
Sometimes they are literally the only thing stopping me. The impact on them. But I feel there must be something rational there if I feel I can't do it because of them. So are they really suicidal thoughts? Sorry for the ramble.

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NotAJammyDodger · 19/05/2015 09:12

I think probably most depressives get these. For me it's a way of fantasizing a way out of my current problems and feelings. Usually, I don't want to act on them, just sometimes wish I wouldn't wake up. I also think that suicidal ideation is something that doctors and therapists are used to hearing without automatically rushing to conclusion that you will act on them.

Are you able to discuss them with someone you trust? Talking can help. I found that because I knew I 'shouldn't be having these thoughts' I then started to obsess on them and lose my sense of perspective, which made me think about them all the more .

If you genuinely feel that you are seriously intending to act on them then you should urgently see your GP or go to A and E.

You don't say is you are on any meds. I know that my suicidial thoughts abated as a result.

elementofsurprise · 19/05/2015 10:44

Cat, may I ask why you're wondering about this? Is it to do with how the professionals will react - ie. will they take it seriously? Or more to do with wondering if you should seek help?

Either way, it sounds like you are struggling at the moment, and that matters, even if there is (thankfully) something stopping you acting on these thoughts.

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Cat2014 · 19/05/2015 22:41

Thanks. Yes I am on meds but frequently feel like the only way out is that, but I couldn't because of dc. I have been on a higher dose now for 4 weeks and I guess it still hasn't kicked in?

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Cat2014 · 19/05/2015 22:41

I'm wondering because of how seriously I should take it.

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djrmrcbhyvf · 21/05/2015 01:33

I would mention it to your GP / CPN at the next appt just so they know.

NotAJammyDodger · 21/05/2015 10:25

If I am obsessing about suicide it's usually a good indicator that I'm getting depressed again. I think only you can know how serious you are. If you are actively putting plans in place (i.e. physically doing things - rather than thinking about how you would do it) then for me that would be a serious concern.

I have heard that some people get a bit worse before they get better following a meds increase. Again, different people and different med take different amounts of time to kick in so you might need longer than four weeks.

But either way I would go see your GP as its a horrid place for you to be in right now.

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