What should you do if you are contemplating suicide?

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Seek help if you are possibly contemplating suicide as it is not the answer to anything. It only causes grief.

You can call people for assistance.

• In the US you can call 1-800-784-2433 (toll-free)
• In the UK you can call 08457 90 90 90
• In Ireland you can call 1850 60 90 90

I urge you to call one of the Suicide helplines. This site has numbers in the United States and worldwide: http://psychcentral.com/helpme.htm

Suicide is illegal in many countries, Wikianswers will not facilitate the commission of any crime.

And besides we like you just as you are. Please talk to a counselor about your problems, nothing is bad enough to take your own life over.

No matter how bad it is right now, it can only get better- when you are down try doing something nice for someone else. It sounds a little lame but it works, scientifically it's called a helper's high. It gets your mind off depressing things and helps you add value to society and confidence for yourself.

Try planting a tree, writing a card to your friend/family member, volunteer a day at a the boys and girls club or even answer some questions on WikiAnswers! Feel better and harness your Awesomeness!

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First answer by Nirel. Last edit by Ben6523. Contributor trust: 25 [recommend contributor]. Question popularity: 14 [recommend question]